“The artist's incisive exhibition at Cuchifritos Gallery addresses the biological and political realities of childbearing and rearing.
“During the pandemic there was a brief moment of acknowledgment that “care work is essential work,” but the return to normal has been swift and particularly ruthless, especially in light of the recent repeal of Roe v. Wade and the ongoing attack on women’s reproductive rights.
“I’ve always been an advocate of choice and abortion rights but I felt even more strongly about it after I became a mother,” Liu said. “I wanted this and it’s still so hard. No one should have to be forced into this.”
Thank you to Julia Kaganskiy for this thoughtful review and interview!
https://news.artnet.com/art-world/ani-liu-2153297