American Artist: Shaper of God
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Author: Artist, American
The richly illustrated 'Shaper of God' is a compelling exploration of the legacy of science-fiction writer Octavia E. Butler, reimagined through the visionary lens of American Artist. Featuring works in video, installation, sculpture and drawing, alongside essays, exhibition documentation & a compilation of diverse mediums, inviting readers to reconsider history, technology and identity. This volume is an essential resource for understanding Butler’s groundbreaking narratives. American Artist’s multidisciplinary approach delves into three pivotal themes of Butler’s oeuvre: the profound impact of her family’s migration; the role of Pasadena and Los Angeles, with their distinct academic, scientific and natural landscapes; and her critical engagement with space exploration, interrogating its implications for Black and Indigenous communities.
ISBN 9781945711220. Pioneer Works Press. pb. 294 pages. 83 colour, 47 b/w ills. 20.3 x 14 cm.
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The richly illustrated 'Shaper of God' is a compelling exploration of the legacy of science-fiction writer Octavia E. Butler, reimagined through the visionary lens of American Artist. Featuring works in video, installation, sculpture and drawing, alongside essays, exhibition documentation & a compilation of diverse mediums, inviting readers to reconsider history, technology and identity. This volume is an essential resource for understanding Butler’s groundbreaking narratives. American Artist’s multidisciplinary approach delves into three pivotal themes of Butler’s oeuvre: the profound impact of her family’s migration; the role of Pasadena and Los Angeles, with their distinct academic, scientific and natural landscapes; and her critical engagement with space exploration, interrogating its implications for Black and Indigenous communities.
ISBN 9781945711220. Pioneer Works Press. pb. 294 pages. 83 colour, 47 b/w ills. 20.3 x 14 cm.
available