SOUL fury A new exhibition of work by contemporary female artists from across the globe. By Clare Needham, Curator, Bendigo Art Gallery
ABOVE: Hadieh Shafie working in her New York studio, 2021. Image courtesy of the Artist and Yavuz Gallery. Photography by Robert J. Fagan LEFT: Naiza Khan, Armour Suit for Rani of Jhansi II 2017, galvanised steel, feathers, leather. Collection of Paul and Saadia Durham. Image courtesy of the Artist and Rossi & Rossi, Hong Kong | London. Photography by Charlie Bettinson BELOW: Mehwish Iqbal, Seven Seas 2017, collagraph on Japanese paper. Image courtesy of the Artist. Photography by Mim Sterling
This August, Bendigo Art Gallery presents SOUL fury in collaboration with Nur Shkembi, independent curator and scholar of contemporary Islamic art. Centering the self-defining creative voices of 16 female artists from across the world, this premier exhibition traces points of connection across a global conversation in feminism and contemporary art. Resonating with the universal call for increased visibility of the creative practices and diverse perspectives of female artists, SOUL fury spotlights the contributions of leading Australian and international artists who are reimagining the possibilities of contemporary art practice now and into the future. Featured artworks reflect the unique interests, artistic expression and social conditions of artists across diverse geographical locations, spiritual perspectives and cultural traditions. Together, they highlight the breadth and complexity of the lived experience of women in the current social and political climate. SOUL fury brings together works from artists’ studios as well
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