{"id":1985,"date":"2023-10-08T21:47:15","date_gmt":"2023-10-08T19:47:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tuconnaispasdd.com\/?p=1985"},"modified":"2023-10-09T13:03:49","modified_gmt":"2023-10-09T11:03:49","slug":"lart-de-dd","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tuconnaispasdd.com\/en\/lart-de-dd\/","title":{"rendered":"Artistic SDGs (play on words ODD and ODE which doesn't work in English, sorry!)"},"content":{"rendered":"

How does art shed light on the SDGs?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Art as a mirror of nature<\/h2>\n<\/div>
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The artist draws his inspiration from the landscapes, shapes and colours of nature, while nature itself reveals itself as a priceless work of art. In this harmonious union lies the potential of art to serve the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which aim to build a more equitable, sustainable and prosperous future for all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Art is a form of expression that transcends linguistic and cultural barriers. It can capture the beauty, fragility and diversity of nature in a unique way. Paintings, sculptures, photography and other art forms have the power to raise awareness of the richness of our natural environment. They remind us that nature is more than a resource to be exploited, it is a treasure to be preserved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I've chosen a few artists who are helping to raise awareness.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1 – ONE APPLE A DAY KEEP THE DOCTOR AWAY<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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September 2nd 2006, 2006, Installation. Photo Oak Taylor-Smith, Zhao Zhao<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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I was lucky enough to see this incredible installation in Beijing (art district).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gu Dexin<\/strong> presents hundreds of apples spread out in front of a steamroller to denounce the tonnes of fruit and vegetables that farmers destroy when prices are too low.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

En Chine, la pomme repr\u00e9sente la bonne sant\u00e9, la paix et l’harmonie familiale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Les pommes pourrissent sur place… libre \u00e0 l’interpr\u00e9tation de chacun.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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2 - THE ART OF BEING A WOMAN IN A MAN'S WORLD<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

A small tribute to 10 women who have fought\/are fighting to express their ideas in art throughout history. The list could be much longer, of course...<\/p>\n\n\n

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  1. Frida Kahlo<\/strong> Mexican artist known for her powerful self-portraits and her exploration of pain, femininity and identity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Artemisia Gentileschi<\/strong> Italian Renaissance artist known for her dramatic paintings, often centred on powerful women from biblical and mythological history.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Yayoi Kusama<\/strong> Japanese artist who contributed to the pop art movement and is famous for her psychedelic works of art, particularly her pea installations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Marina Abramovi\u0107<\/strong> Performance artist renowned for her provocative and often physically demanding work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Kara Walker<\/strong> American artist who uses the silhouette to explore themes of race, gender and identity in post-slavery America.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Barbara Kruger<\/strong> Visual artist and feminist known for her powerful text collages and installations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Niki de Saint Phalle<\/strong> French artist known for her colourful, playful sculptures, notably her famous Nanas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. Tamara de Lempicka<\/strong> Polish artist who was active during the Roaring Twenties and is known for her art deco style and elegant portraits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. Coco Chanel<\/strong> Although she is best known as a fashion icon, Coco Chanel also had a significant impact on the art world through her clothing designs.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    10 – Louise Bourgeois<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    \"\u00a0Il parle, elle parlotte<\/em>
    Il joue \u00e0 la bourse, elle boursicotte<\/em>
    Il cuisine, elle popotte<\/em>
    Il tousse, elle toussotte<\/em>
    Il vit, elle vivotte<\/em>
    Pour son pote elle est idiote<\/em>
    Avec son pote, elle dansotte.\u00a0\u00bb<\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    That says it all. Louise Bourgeois, the power of her works, the power of her words... <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Maman, Bronze, 1999<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    3 -ANIMAL POLITIQUE<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Some artists also take the trouble to question the animal world, as in this exhibition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Bears that walk on tiles and elephants that evaporate...<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Now in Paris, Centre Pompidou<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    The subject is so vast and fascinating that I'll have the opportunity to discuss the other SDGs in future articles. Don't hesitate to let me know if you're interested.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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