FAMSF without Men Introduction

Beyond the Paint

Transcript Hello everyone and welcome to Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco Without Men. My name is Katy Hessel. I am an art historian from London, and I’ve made it my mission in life to celebrate the work of women artists. You may know me from my Instagram and podcast called The Great Women Artists, or my book: The Story of Art Without Men. Now, I want to tackle the gender imbalance in our museums by highlighting some of the best works by women and gender non-conforming artists in permanent collections worldwide. This is an audio guide featuring collection works at the Legion of Honor and de Young museums. Today, we’ll explore expansive abstract landscapes, immersive sculptural worlds, costume drawings, textiles, art that fights for political and social justice, and a whole lot more. Let’s get going!