No. 12: Motherhood, Children, and Art

This summer, artist Marina Abramović sparked fierce debate with her statement: “In my opinion [having children is] the reason why women aren’t as successful as men in the art world.” In this week’s episode, we ask—what can be done to finally debunk the myth that child-rearing and a successful career are incompatible? Then we consider the other side of the motherhood equation—children, and, more specifically, how parents can help them cultivate an appreciation of art. What impact does artmaking have on children and their development? Read more: https://www.artsy.net/article/artsy-editorial-the-artsy-podcast-no-12-motherhood-children-and-art