Synopses & Reviews
Originating in the author's experience as a practicing artist and scholar, this book is a thoroughly postmodern enterprise that draws from a wide range of historical and theoretical resources in cultural history, especially art history/theory and the study of religion. It discusses historical roles of the artist, and also presents a particular perspective on the contemporary function of the artist as prophetic critic and visionary. Using specific interpretations of the words "vocation," "prophetic," and "visionary," the author brings attention to the need for artists to assess critically the relationship of the past and present to the future. This book is addressed to those interested in the interdisciplinary dialogue of the visual arts, religion, and ethics.
Review
"Her vision for artists to be active in constructing a positive future for our world is to be applauded." Mark Torgerson, Worship
Synopsis
An examination of the historical role of the artist.
Synopsis
The Vocation of the Artist examines the historical role of the artist and presents a particular perspective on the contemporary function of the artist as prophetic critic and visionary. Haynes examines the role of the artist in 'primitive' societies in an effort to understand the current role of the artist. Text is based on study of religious documents, and theory, so the book can be placed in theory and aesthetics sections in book shops.
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. 297-314) and index.