Guerrilla Girls
An anonymous group of feminist, female artists devoted to fighting sexism and racism within the art world, known for their provocative posters, books, and public appearances that use humor and facts to critique the underrepresentation and misrepresentation of women and minorities in the arts.
About
Guerrilla Girls is an anonymous group of feminist, female artists devoted to fighting sexism and racism within the art world. Formed in 1985, they are known for their provocative and humorous posters, books, and public appearances, often using gorilla masks to conceal their identities. Their work challenges the status quo and highlights the underrepresentation of women and minority artists in galleries and museums.
Observations
The style uses highly realistic, tightly cropped studio portraits with dramatic contrast, saturated red and pink backdrops, and intensely textured black fur. Gorilla-like characters are presented as fashion-forward, confrontational figures through tailored clothing, leopard print, exaggerated makeup, and conspicuous teeth.
