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Why the Art World Still Falls Short on Equity for Women Artists

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Art World Why the Art World Still Falls Short on Equity for Women Artists Here are three takeaways from Komal Shah's Making Their Mark conference in Washington, D.C. Here are three takeaways from Komal Shah's Making Their Mark conference in Washington, D.C. Sarah Cascone ShareShare This Article Some 350 women descended on Washington, D.C. last weekend for a conference that almost seems designed as...
The Making Their Mark Forum presents a compelling case for systemic change in the art world, grounded in data and personal testimony. The strongest version of this narrative is its emphasis on collective action—acknowledging that no single sector (collectors, museums, markets) can alone rectify gender disparities. The forum’s timing, amid political backlash against DEI initiatives, underscores the stakes, framing the fight for equity as both cultural and political. However, the debate over marke...