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Preorder The Empathic Gaze™: Art Thinking Theory & Praxis Vol 1 – Curated Thoughts on Empathy
Curated Reflections on Empathy in Art and Life
by Mona Penn-Jousset
Foreword by Jomo Tariku
Edited by Jon van Zytveld & Siobhan Wall
Cover image by Coco Olakunle
Step into a transformative exploration of empathy with The Empathic Gaze™, a 709-page transdisciplinary work that redefines how we engage with the world. Designed using Dyslexie Font to enhance readability and engagement for readers impacted by dyslexia, this book presents empathy not merely as a philosophical or aesthetic concept but as a practical framework across art, education, healthcare, architecture, science, and ecology.
With contributions from over 40 thinkers and creators across seven continents, The Empathic Gaze™ blends art history, critical theory, and emotional intelligence to illuminate empathy as a lens for connection, healing, and transformation. Featuring a foreword by Ethiopian designer Jomo Tariku, interactive prompts encourage deep engagement, bridging the gap between academia and a general audience, and teaching readers to see the world through an empathic lens.
This publication is more than a book; it is a journey across disciplines, cultures, and ideas, inviting you to explore how art can foster understanding, insight, and meaningful change.
Publisher: KGP MONOLITH (est. 2009) is a Black-owned publishing house founded by Kris Graves. KGP MONOLITH collaborates with artists to create limited edition publications and archival prints, focusing on contemporary photography and works on paper that address race, identity, equity, gender, sexuality, and class. Art books and prints make fine art tangible for new audiences, and KGP MONOLITH ensures editions remain accessible and affordable, with free shipping within the USA.
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