How does Instagram's intolerance for the female body affect young artists?
The sharing of art on social media platforms has become an integral part of the daily lives of both artists and art enthusiasts. Among the various platforms, Instagram has emerged as a popular choice for artists aiming to fund their livelihoods. With Instagram's user base growing exponentially, the platform's guidelines have played a crucial role in maintaining a safe environment for users. While these guidelines are intended to ensure user safety, they have inadvertently resulted in the deletion of artworks, particularly when it comes to depicting nudity in their artistic creations. This study examinates the impact of Instagram’s removal of artworks containing nudity, delving into Instagram's guidelines, and exploring the consequences artists face when violating community rules. To gain a deeper understanding of artists' real-life experiences, a comprehensive questionnaire was developed, focusing on their artistic approach and how the guidelines, along with how the targeting of the naked female body, influence both artists and viewers alike. The goal of this study is to shed light on the complex dynamics between art, censorship, and social media platforms, emphasizing the challenges faced by artists in navigating these guidelines and the implications for artistic expression and societal perceptions.
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