As it was mentioned, activists are people who seek to create a positive change. In the presentation, the artist Paul Shortt mentions that protest is what differentiates an artist from an activist. In my opinion, being an activist has to do more with purpose, in this case transforming society for the better, and less with the depth of involvement someone can have in the process of change. If an artist is consciously trying to evoke a certain response from the public, specifically in relation to socio-economic and political issues, then they are activists. I can understand that it might not be Paul Shortt’s main intention to protest, but still with his art he invites to dialogue and raises awareness on certain problems, which are the first steps
