Book Review: Historically, the practices of decorative and applied arts - including textiles and ceramics - have been regarded as better suited for women...
PlanetHeroines17th April 2024
In her book "In Search of Frankenstein - Mary Shelley's Nightmare" Chloe Dewe Mathews draws parallels between the themes of Shelley's novel and the environmental crisis.
PlanetHeroines19th December 2023
Since the early 2000s, visual activist Zanele Muholi has used photography to re-envision the realities of Black LGBTQIA+ lives in South Africa. Published in tandem with a Tate exhibition held in 2020, the Zanele Muholi Exhibition Book showcases the breadth of their ongoing photographic and activist practice.
PlanetHeroines28th November 2023
Recently published by MACK, Francesca Woodman: The Artist’s Books encapsulates the ethereal artistry of the late American photographer.
Katherine Riley26th July 2023
Rohina Hoffman's Embrace is a rich amalgamation of photographic projects exploring food, family, and multicultural identity.
Katherine Riley10th July 2023
You Refuse to Believe that You Ever Liked Pink is an account of Dena’s child's transition into becoming Alex, a non-binary, asexual adult.
PlanetHeroines14th June 2023
Laura El-Tantawy's latest book, Pang’Ono Pang’Ono, amplifies the story of a group of Malawian women in their daily struggle to access clean water.
Katherine Riley19th April 2023
Shyama Laxman reviews Dragana Jurišić's HER OWN, which weaves together the life stories of three women: the artist’s aunt Gordana, her own, and that of L'Inconnue de la Seine.
Katherine Riley14th February 2023
Collage showcases the work of sixty-four women in photography, all of whom have been shortlisted or nominated for the Prix Pictet award.
Katherine Riley9th January 2023
