Militant Art

Activist artists choose to engage with and start a conversation on a variety of topics, from the environment and politics to race, gender and sexuality. A huge element of what makes contemporary art so important is engaging with current world issues; art is an invaluable tool in providing innovative insight and fresh perspectives where words can fail.

The incredible beauty of the natural world is something that artists have represented for centuries. So when it comes under threat by humanity, it's not surprising that ecologically engaged artists such as Jérémy Gobé, Angeles Peña and Franck Seguin use their art to promote its protection. 

Gender and sexuality also plays a significant role in artistic activism. Belgian photographer Charlotte Abramow's stunning shots explore gender identity, feminism and female sexuality. Meanwhile, American non-binary artist Ryan Wilks' drawings confront the difficult relationship between sexual orientation and religion.

The world of politics is also ever present in contemporary art, with political artists exploring humanitarian issues and our societal values. World famous street artists Banksy and Shepard Fairey both explore a range of political subjects, from war crime to the disadvantages of consumerism. 

Expand your horizons and discover Artsper's curated selection of activist artists!

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Print, 727999, Takashi Murakami

Takashi Murakami

Print . 98 x 65.7 cm Print . 38.6 x 25.9 inch

€5,165

Print, 727x777, Takashi Murakami

Takashi Murakami

Print . 98 x 65.7 cm Print . 38.6 x 25.9 inch

€5,165

Print, 727772, Takashi Murakami

Takashi Murakami

Print . 98 x 65.7 cm Print . 38.6 x 25.9 inch

€6,685

Print, Over and out, Tracey Emin

Tracey Emin

Print . 65.5 x 55.5 x 0.01 cm Print . 25.8 x 21.9 x 0 inch

€10,500

Print, Moiré 1, Anish Kapoor

Anish Kapoor

Print . 72.4 x 96 cm Print . 28.5 x 37.8 inch

€8,995

Print, Studland bay, Damien Hirst

Damien Hirst

Print . 120 x 90 x 1 cm Print . 47.2 x 35.4 x 0.4 inch

€9,600

Print, Kynance Cove, Damien Hirst

Damien Hirst

Print . 120 x 90 x 1 cm Print . 47.2 x 35.4 x 0.4 inch

€9,600

Print, Vote (Red), Cleon Peterson

Cleon Peterson

Print . 61 x 46 x 0.2 cm Print . 24 x 18.1 x 0.1 inch

€750

Print, Wu Zetian, Damien Hirst

Damien Hirst

Print . 100 x 100 cm Print . 39.4 x 39.4 inch

€5,000

Print, Bagheera, Milan Sanka

Milan Sanka

Print . 42 x 29.7 x 0.1 cm Print . 16.5 x 11.7 x 0 inch

€150

Print, Nosotros, Milan Sanka

Milan Sanka

Print . 42 x 27.9 x 0.1 cm Print . 16.5 x 11 x 0 inch

€200

Print, Domingo, Milan Sanka

Milan Sanka

Print . 50 x 70 x 1 cm Print . 19.7 x 27.6 x 0.4 inch

€250

Print, Nude on heels, Allen Jones

Allen Jones

Print . 100 x 60 x 1 cm Print . 39.4 x 23.6 x 0.4 inch

€2,900

Print, Extase, Ernest Pignon-Ernest

Ernest Pignon-Ernest

Print . 120 x 79 x 0.01 cm Print . 47.2 x 31.1 x 0 inch

€1,300

Print, No Surrender, Tracey Emin

Tracey Emin

Print . 69 x 86 x 0.1 cm Print . 27.2 x 33.9 x 0 inch

€17,015

Print, On My Knees, Tracey Emin

Tracey Emin

Print . 60 x 76 x 0.1 cm Print . 23.6 x 29.9 x 0 inch

€10,331