Getty continues its online-accessible series of exhibits and art exploration. Explore the range of online events, podcasts, and articles.
Building a community through protests and performance
In the 1980s and 1990s, queer communities endured the general neglect and avoidance of politicians and much of society. But activist art produced in these years helped draw public attention to this community’s right to health care as well as equal treatment in schools and the military. The messages expressed in these posters and flyers illustrate community-building strategies still relevant today.
LGBTQ-related graphic art from the 1960s to the 1990s
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The conquest of Mexico—as reported by Indigenous Mexicans
The Florentine Codex is the first Indigenous encyclopedia of the New World, a manuscript that documents the culture, politics, natural science, and history of the Mexica (Aztec) people. After seven years, with contributions from specialists around the world, you can now explore the Digital Florentine Codex. This new tool unlocks a wealth of Mexica history and culture with new translations and features.
Discover 16th-century Indigenous Mexico
What is a codex, exactly?
Getty just launched a new digital edition of the Florentine Codex. But how is a codex different from, say, a really big book? Jessie answers your Frequently Asked Art Questions in this new Becoming Artsy video.
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Sheila Metzner: From Life
Over a 30-year career, Sheila Metzner has developed a unique photographic style that has made a mark on the history of late 20th-century photography, especially in the areas of fashion and still life.
Learn more about photographer Sheila Metzner