According to John Berger, men do the seeing and judging whereas women are at the receiving end. Women are judged, looked at, and in turn judge themselves. Berger examines paintings of nudes, media, and society in pointing out the ways that women are seen by men. Their value and success in life depend on how they are perceived. Quite profound!
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Yoko Ono - Cut PieceOno tests out personal boundaries and space in her performance art in which the audience cuts pieces off her dress. View more art.
Shirin Neshat - "Zarin" clipNeshat shows the contrasts between male and female, light and dark, and repression and freedom within a muslim culture. View more art.
Israeli Defense Force Female Soldiers
They show that females can defend and kill for their country. Let's celebrate and respect the hard work they do as soldiers. View more militancy.
Michigan State University - Take Back the Night
As part of Take Back the Night, survivors of abuse hang up shirts expressing their pain and experience. View more projects.
Spy Cam in a Throw Pillow
Nothing can replace the loving care of parents but if the parents have to leave your kids with a babysitter, they can monitor their activities using a spy cam hidden inside a throw pillow. With all the inappropriate activities that could occur, this gives them a sense of comfort.
This is yet one of many innovative product to stick a spy cam. Remember to recharge the 12-hour rechargeable battery. Product via Uber Gizmo.
Art Exhibit: Helen Pashgian
Born in Pasadena, CA in 1934, Helen Pashgian's artwork examines light and color. She creates free-standing, 8-foot tall columns, that are sculptural, with light emanating from the inside. Her work is on exhibit at ACE Gallery in Beverly Hills, CA, from now through October 2011.