Ai Wei or the Highway: The Babes discuss contemporary artist Ai Weiwei's work, influences, political activism, & tumultuous relationship with the Chinese government.

Originally released January 2, 2017LEGO portraits, sunflower seeds, & the middle finger are just a few of the images that come to mind when thinking of contemporary artist and activist, Ai Weiwei. Join the Babes as they discuss his work, influences, political activism, & tumultuous relationship with the Chinese government.Censored version available:https://www.arthistorybabes.com/censored-episodes-1/2018/8/5/episode-22-ai-wei-or-the-highway-censoredCheck out our Summer Days Vlog:youtu.be/8aUyAjomzXcRelated EpisodesArt History BB: Ai Weiwei's Sunflower Seedshttps://www.arthistorybabes.com/episode-97-art-history-bb-ai-weiweis-sunflower-seedsMarcel, Marcel, I Love You Like Hellhttps://www.arthistorybabes.com/episode-70-marcel-marcel-i-love-you-like-hellFeatured Artist: Zach Clark bit.ly/2IOn4x7Check out our Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes!www.patreon.com/arthistorybabesInsta: @arthistorybabespodcastTwitter: @arthistorybabesEmail: arthistorybabes@gmail.comYoutube: The Art History Babes - bit.ly/2KARhkxLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices