god is alive (part 2) 1969

Editor: This bold screen print, "god is alive (part 2)," by Corita Kent, uses strong blue and black contrasts. The stacked letters create a visually arresting pattern. What can you tell me about its social context? Curator: Kent's work, particularly in the 60s, used pop art aesthetics to convey messages of social justice and faith. Consider her engagement with the Civil Rights Movement and the anti-war sentiment of the time. How does this piece engage with those themes, given its textual elements? Editor: I see some hand-written text layered in. Does that add another dimension? Curator: Absolutely. The layering of text and image invites us to consider the intersection of the personal and the political, reflecting the spirit of activism in that era. What do you make of the combination of the graphic and the lyrical? Editor: It makes me think about how art can be a powerful form of communication, especially when engaging with social issues. Curator: Exactly. Kent's work reminds us of the power of visual culture in shaping public discourse and challenging societal norms.