The Censored

The Censored is an exhibition showcasing artwork from Artspace 304’s Print Collection exemplifying themes of censorship in coordination with books from the American Library Associations’ list of 100 Banned Books from 2010-2019. With this art we aim to produce conversations around a topic that is timely and pertinent. This exhibition delivers non-violent protest art, critiques of society and exposure of commonly challenged and banned books to the public.

The selected prints reflect artists that have been found controversial and evocative, receiving critiques as well as praise throughout their careers. Richard Mock’s linocut illustrations appeared in The New York Times in the 80s and 90s as editorial cartoons. Kiki Kogelnik’s prints address issues of femininity in corporate advertising. Alison Saar’s prints focus on African diaspora and black female identity. William Nelson Copley uses Pop Art elements and stereotypical American imagery as satire. This collection of politically motivated art and literature, delves into topics of self-expression, telling one’s story, giving agency and exposure to censored, challenged and banned works in our society.

The Censored is on view at Artspace 304 from March 5 – 27.