artpirate
Artpirate challenges institutional power through collaborative projects that examine the complex relationship between nature and machine.
The collections within artpirate’s work
Apocalypse Nowish
4 Prints · Ready to Frame
These works share a grim, desaturated palette and apocalyptic or dystopian subject matter, employing a consistent, gritty illustrative technique. — ‘This Is The News’, ‘Bunny Of The Apocalypse’, ‘The Threat Is Still Here’ and ‘Stay Safe And Free’.
Works by artpirate
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About artpirate
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artpirate — questions answered
Who is the artist behind artpirate?
Artpirate is the professional moniker of Wendy DesChene, a Canadian artist with an MFA from the Tyler School of Art and a BFA from Concordia University.
What are the primary themes of her work?
Her practice focuses on environmental issues, institutional power structures, and the intersection of ecology and technology.
What are some of her most recognized projects?
She is widely known for collaborative projects like "PlantBot Genetics" and the "Moth Project," which explore ecological themes through technological lenses.
Has her work been recognized by major institutions?
Yes, her work has been exhibited at the Carnegie Museum of Art and she has received grants from the NEA and the Pulitzer Foundation.
What is the goal of her interventionist strategy?
She uses interventionist and community-interactive strategies to critique power structures and provoke public engagement with environmental crises.
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