Touched and Changed: Self-Reflexivity and Reciprocity in Fieldwork

Abstract

Amanda M. Maples book review editor David G. Pier exhibition review editor, north america Amanda Gilvin exhibition review editor, europe Helena Cantone exhibition review editor, africa Yaëlle Biro african arts presents original research and critical discourse on traditional, contemporary, and popular African arts and expressive cultures. Since 1967, the journal has reflected the dynamism and diversity of several fields of humanistic study, publishing richly illustrated articles in full color, incorporating the most current theory, practice, and intercultural dialogue. The journal offers readers peer-reviewed scholarly articles concerning a striking range of art forms and visual cultures of the world's second-largest continent and its diasporas, as well as special thematic issues, book and exhibition reviews, features on museum collections, exhibition previews, artist portfolios, photo essays, edgy dialogues, and editorials. african arts promotes investigation of the interdisciplinary connections among the arts, anthropology, history, language, politics, religion, performance, and cultural and global studies. All articles have been reviewed by members of the editorial board.