World of Our Own: Women Artists Against the Odds Publisher / Negative Press This book demystifies the art

This book demystifies the art and practice of drawing

Sarah Werkmeister

a belief in the social power of art in an era of growing nationalism

This beautiful stationery set features 6 chrysanthemum illustrations

World of Our Own: Women Artists Against the Odds Publisher / Negative Press This book demystifies the artA new edition of one of the first books to focus on the world of women artists and their practice. Women have always practised as artists, but for centuries the art world considered them mere dilettantes. Their work was derided as second rate and they were considered intruders in a male profession. This study examines how, against the odds, they overcame these difficulties and shifts the focus away from women artists as 'victims' to give an account of