Artists from Latin American Cultures

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Artists from Latin American Cultures A Biographical Dictionary

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Kristin G. Congdon, Kara Kelley Hallmark

An Oryx Book

Book Code: GR1544

ISBN: 0-313-31544-2

ISBN-13: 978-0-313-31544-2

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344 pages, photos

Greenwood Press

Publication: 10/30/2002

List Price: $75.00 (UK Sterling Price: £41.95)

Discount Price: $45.00 Greenwood Press Fall 2008 Backlist Sale. Use code 0826. Save 40%. Ends 12/31/2008.

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Media Type: Hardcover

Trim Size: 7 X 10

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Reviews:

...for high school and college libraries.
—Library Journal January 2003
...will serve well smaller collections seeking a brief, inexpensive introduction. Recommended. General and undergraduate readers; professionals.
—Choice April 2003
Though rarely featured in the heavily European canon of the academic are history curriculum, Latin-American artists have long produced distinctive works of great originality....[t]his guide provides a wonderful introduction to 130 years of incredible art.
—Lawrence Looks at Books November 2003
[A]n invaluable resource for teachers wishing to help their students grasp the diverse and rich sources for artistic expression.
—J.J.H. January 2004
[T]his collection of 75 biographies traces the contributions of Latin-American artists from the incredibly prolific Mexican graphic artist Jose Guadalupe Posada (1852-1913) to the young Cuban sculptor Kcho (1970-)....[t]his guide provides a wonderful introduction to 130 years of incredible art.
—Lawrence Looks at Books November 2003
[t]he average user looking for information on contemporary Latin American or Latino artists will find this book very useful.
—MultiCultural Review June 2003
The diversity of backgrounds, multifacted personalities, and dynamic accomplishments of these eminent artists combined with the well-written, easy-to-read format, make this volume a fascinating read and an excellent resource for readers of all ages. It would certainly make a worthy addition to any library, teen or adult.
—VOYA October 2003
...a useful tool in high-school, public, and undergraduate libraries seeking an introduction to Latin American art.
—Booklist/Reference Books Bulletin March 15 2003

Description: Latin Americans have long been relegated to the cultural background, obscured by the dominant European culture. This biographical dictionary profiles 75 artists from the United States and 13 nations of Central and South America and the Caribbean, including painters, sculptors, photographers, muralists, printmakers, installation artists, and performance artists. Some of their works recall pre-Columbian times; others confront the cultural imperialism of the U.S. over Latin America; and many explore how the dominant elements of culture can affect identities of class, gender, and sexuality. Profiled artists range from the renowned to the little-known: Frida Kahlo; Tina Modotti; Diego Rivera; Myrna Baez; Raquel Forner; Patrocino Barela; and many more. Color photographs are provided for many of the works. Each entry includes information about the artist's childhood, schooling, creative growth, and artistic styles and themes. Exemplary artworks and influences are described, along with a look at popular and critical responses. Supplemental features include artist cross references, a glossary of essential terms from the art world, and a number of vivid photos portraying the artists in their creative environments.

Table of Contents:

Introduction
Bravo, Manuel Alvarez
Bravo, Maria Alvarez
Amaral, Tarsila do
Archuleta, Felipe Benito and Leroy Ramon Archuleta
Atl, Dr. (Gerardo Murillo Cornado)
Baca, Judith F.
Baez, Myrna
Barela, Patrociño
Bedia, José
Borges, Jacobo
Botero, Fernando
Brito, Maria
Camnitzer, Luis
Campos-Pons, María Magdalena
Carrington, Leonora
Chambi, Martín
Clark, Lygia
de Amaral, Olga
de Szyszlo, Fernando
Duval Carrié, Edouard
Forner, Raquel
Fusco, Coco
Galán, Julio
Gerzso, Gunther
Gómez-Peña, Guillermo
Gonz'zalez Palma, Luis
Gonz'zalez-Torres, Félix
Hernández, Ester
Hyppolite, Hector
Iturbide, Graciela
Izquierdo, María
Jaar, Alfredo
Jiménez, Luis
Kahlo, Frida
Kcho (Alexis Leyva Machado)
Kuitca, Guillermo
Lam, Wilfredo
Linares Family, The
Lomas Garza, Carmen
López, George T.
López, Yolanda M.
Malfatti, Anita
Marisol (Escober)
Martinez-Cañas, MarDia
Matta, Roberto
Meireles, Cildo
Mendieta, Ana
Mesa-Bains, Amalia
Modotti, Tina
Moroles, Jesús Bautista
Nari, Manuel
Oiticica, Hélio
Orozco, José Clemente
Osorio, Pepón
Oviedo, Ramón
Peláez, Amelia
Pierre, André
Posada, José Guadalupe
Ramírez, Martin
Reverón, Armando
Rivera, Diego
Romero, Frank
Sabogal, José
Salcedo, Doris
Sanchez, Mario
Serrano, Andres
Siqueiros, David Alfaro
Tamayo, Rufino
Toledo, Francisco
Torres, Rigoberto
Torres-García, Joaquín
Tsuchiya, Tilsa
Vaisman, Meyer
Vargas, Kathy
Varo, Remedios
Glossary
Index

LC Card Number: 2001058345

LCC Class: N6502

Dewey Class: 709

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