Women in Revolt brings together many forms of feminist art and activism from the 1970s through 1990s, highlighting the innately antagonistic nature of this work. The exhibition is organised chronologically, and this lends itself to a history lesson, but in the best possible way. The sheer excitement and interest that you could feel walking through the galleries was palpable; it was fascinating to see which elements individuals connected with.
The work is intensely personal, and reminded me of many of my own struggles as an artist — including the many times I’ve felt or blatantly been told that the work highlighting these personal observations and experiences was somehow lesser than.
There are so many moving pieces in this collection, it is challenging to highlight even a few. I can only recommend making the time to visit as it tours the UK.