During this talk through an in-depth analysis of Andy Warhol's portrayals of iconic figures we'll learn about his vision of contemporary media culture.
Project Category: Identity Events
Childhood Traditions: Exploring Boys’ Day in Japan
Through a blend of historical insights, cultural anecdotes, and visual presentations, this lecture offers an exciting journey into the world of Japanese childhood and its enduring impact on the nation's cultural identity.
Magical Children in Mythology
Join us for an intriguing dive into the stories of children with magical giftings in our myths, both ancient and modern.
Behind Closed Doors: Secrets and Taboos in Contemporary Art
In this session we will delve into all the ways artists have recently tackled in their works taboo themes linking to love, sexuality and trauma.
A History of Queer Women’s Hairstyles
In this lecture, we’ll look at historic painting and illustrations, as well as modern photographs. We’ll read the words of queer women from the past and the present who found significance in their hair, as well as archival newspapers, biographies, and even modern-day Tumblr posts. A history of queer’s women’s hairstyles is as varied and diverse as the people whose heads are crowned by them.
A Fear of Sex: the femme fatale in 19th century Europe
Who is the femme fatale and why was ‘she’ so popular in late 19th century Europe? This talk attempts to answer this question by exploring the image and idea of the femme fatale in the art and popular culture fin de siècle Europe.
Is a City ‘Gendered’? Smart cities and gender inequalities
What can we learn from cities at the forefront of gender mainstreaming practices such as Vienna and Barcelona? And now, can the promises of a "smart" city contribute to reducing the existing inequalities and developing real gender-inclusive cities?
Dorothea Lange: Documenting Justice
Dorothea Lange is one of the most well-known photographers of the Great Depression. Her photographs documented the catastrophe of economic collapse while also emphasising empathy and community. This talk will explore her Depression era photographs, giving them historical context and developing their political content.
Forming a Cultural Identity: Through the Eyes of Contemporary Artists
During this session, we will focus predominantly on a selection of contemporary artists from ethnic minorities who explore notions of 'identity' in their paintings. Sometimes exploring a clash of cultures and other times drawing on cultural heritage and traditions passed down generations, these artists look at the struggles and benefits of moving countries and exploring new horizons.
Exploring Communication Crossroads: Unveiling Cultural Identity and Linguistic Theories
Join us for a compelling journey through the fascinating spheres of cultural identity, rapport management, and linguistic accommodation theories. This talk aims to uncover the profound impact these elements have on the quality of our communication and the relationships we foster, both personally and professionally.