Benjamin Law’s butt, and the power and politics of portraiture
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Art, Power, and the Streisand Effect
This chapter examines the relationship between art and power through Vincent Namajira's portrait of Gina Reinhart, exploring the controversies that arise from attempts to suppress artistic expression. It highlights the resulting public discourse, the implications of the 'Streisand effect,' and the broader themes of identity and representation in portraiture.
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