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Artists as Activists
“Artists as Activists”: A Two-Year Anniversary and Farewell
by Saad Ghosn I have been blessed in the past two years to become familiar with the personal path and reflective artwork of many of our local artists who use their art to speak of themselves; of their values, beliefs, and concerns; of their quest for peace and social justice; of their dreams for a … Continue reading
Saving the World One Life at a Time
by Sadd Ghosn Art has to be a social commentary,” says Lauri Aultman. “To me art and activism have always been connected. Throughout history, artists have used literature, music, visual arts… to open dialogue about areas where society needed change. I myself am a concerned citizen, and my art reflects my frustrations with the political … Continue reading
Growing communities through art: Ken Swinson uses art for himself and others
by Saad Ghosn Raised in a Mormon family, he was taught early on to care and have compassion for others. In college, he took pre-med classes, seeking a profession to help people; he learned quickly, however, that medicine did not suit him. He quit, did not pursue his undergrad education, and resorted instead to making … Continue reading
Capturing the Moment So It Will Last Forever
Melvin Grier uses his camera to document both news events and daily street life. by Sadd Ghosn Melvin Grier likes to quote African American civil rights writer James Baldwin who, reflecting on Richard Avedon’s photography, said: “For nothing is fixed forever and ever. Generations do not cease to be born and we’re responsible to them … Continue reading
Putting Life and Death into Perspective
by Saad Ghosn “I have been aware of human pain and suffering from a very young age,” says Steven Finke. “Growing up I was introduced to the Holocaust and constantly reminded of its horrors as it directly affected my family and the many families in my community. As a child I did not understand the … Continue reading
Quilts As the Fabric of Life
Artists as Activists Saad Ghosn Carolyn Mazloomi uses her art and Quilters’ organization to keep quilting potent and alive. Quilts and quilting changed Carolyn Mazloomi’s life. A Ph.D. in aerospace engineering, Mazloomi, taken and mesmerized by a quilt exhibit she visited in Dallas, TX, promised herself to learn the art. Her decision stayed with her … Continue reading
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