{"title":"Jodi Roberts","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the evocative world of art and culture through the insightful writings of Jodi Roberts. Known for her compelling exploration of renowned artists, Roberts skillfully highlights the nuances of artistic expression and cultural significance. Her works are a treasure trove for art enthusiasts, providing an enriching journey into the lives and masterpieces of legendary figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her celebrated books is \u003cem\u003eKahlo: Self-Portrait with Cropped Hair\u003c\/em\u003e, where Roberts delves into the life and works of the iconic Mexican painter Frida Kahlo. This volume stands out for its in-depth analysis of one of Kahlo's most personal and provocative paintings, offering readers an intimate glimpse into the artist's psyche and the societal influences that shaped her work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRoberts' books are essential for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of art and its cultural intersections. Her articulate and accessible writing style ensures that these explorations are both enlightening and enjoyable, making her collection a valuable addition to any art lover’s library.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kahlo-self-portrait-with-cropped-hair-by-jodi-roberts-9781633450752","title":"Kahlo: Self-Portrait with Cropped Hair","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn accessible and in-depth study of Frida Kahlo, one of the most beloved artists in MoMA's collection.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThough the Surrealists adopted Frida Kahlo as one of their own, the painter maintained that she did \"not know if my paintings are Surrealist or not, but I do know that they are the most frank expression of myself.\" She produced numerous self-portraits, each one an articulation of different facets of herself and her eventful life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eKahlo: Self-Portrait with Cropped Hair\u003c\/em\u003e, Kahlo painted in the wake of a particularly tumultuous time, just months after she divorced her famous husband, Mexican Muralist painter Diego Rivera. He had always admired her long, dark hair, which, as she indicates in the tresses littering the painting, she had cut off after their split. She also shows herself in an oversized suit resembling the ones that Rivera wore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough such emotionally and symbolically charged details, Kahlo expresses her feelings about her relationship with Rivera while also asserting her sense of self as an independent artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47078911181036,"sku":"9781633450752","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/15755013482769.jpg?v=1765224777"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/jodi-roberts.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}