THE BIRTH OF THE ARTIVIST
We asked Mara Niang, Senegalese artist, art therapist and art historian, based in Vienna, to step in front of the camera. When he initially came to Austria, he planned to proceed his career as a painter. However, along the way Mara found himself confronted with misinformation and misinterpretations of „his story“ – the history of so many others. Mara‘s work became „activist“
as he started focusing on creating awareness on Cultural Appropriation and Stolen Art from First Nations.”The Birth of the Artivist“ is a dedication honoring all artists (and artists at core) creating more awareness on social and environmental topics in the most peaceful way for a better together.
We ARE CURRENTLY EXHIBITING AT THE GROUP EXHIBITION “BEFORE IT GETS BETTER”
AT THE VOLKSKuNDEMUSEUM WIEN.LAUDONGASSE 15–19, 1080 VIENNA, VOLKSKUNDEMUSEUMWIEN.AT
Concept & Direction: Cherrie O. and Leni Charles
Words by: Mara Niang and Cherrie O.
Text: Cherrie O. Art Direction: Leni Charles
Photo & Film: Marko Mestrovic, PHOTO Production Assistance: Mala KOLUMNA
Video EditiNg: Jessica Williams