Artists from Latin American cultures
Subtitle: a biographical dictionary
By: Kristin G. Congdon and Kara Kelley Hallmark.
Contributors: Hallmark, Kara Kelley.
Publisher: Greenwood Press
Published: 2002
Place of publication: Westport, CT
Language: eng
Number of pages: 314
Subjects: Artists -- Latin America -- Biography -- Dictionaries.; Hispanic American artists -- Biography -- Dictionaries.; Art, Latin American -- 20th century -- Dictionaries.
Genres: Biography; Dictionaries.
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.".

"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."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.