In its conventional meaning; masquerade refers to a festive gathering of people wearing masks and elegant costumes. But traditional forms of masquerade have evolved over the past century to include the representation of alternate identities in the media and venues of popular culture; including television; film; the internet; theater; museums; sports arenas; popular magazines and a range of community celebrations; reenactments and conventions. This collection of fresh essays examines the art and function of masquerade from a broad range of perspectives. From African slave masquerade in New World iconography; to the familiar Guy Fawkes masks of the Occupy Wall Street movement; to the branded identities created by celebrities like Madonna; Beyonceacute; and Lady Gaga; the essays show how masquerade permeates modern life.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. an absolutely essential text for future art educatorsBy Cindy Meyers Foley; Director of Education; Columbus Museum of Art and Center for Creativity"This is an absolutely essential text for future art educators as well as a must-read for current teachers who want to rekindle their creative teaching. At a time when student creativity in this country is on the decline; this book provides inspiration; tangible strategies; and- most importantly- the challenge to make the art classroom the indispensible creative center of every school."
