Mary Sibande Flashcards
1
Q
Influences
A
Cindy Shermans
Kara Walker
2
Q
Subject matter /themes
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Critique stereotypical depictions of women
Generational disempowerment of women
3
Q
Stylistic characteristics
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Developed Sophie in a series life size sculptures & photographic prints
Interest in fashion channeled
Sophie wears extravagant Victorian costumes handmade mainly out of blue fabric typical of domestic uniforms & workmen’s overalls in SA. But makes it extravagant
4
Q
Issues raised
A
Portray woman in more powerful light
