This is such a great piece, written with so much thought and care. This remark specifically stood out to me: “I think the resistance to arts may run even deeper. Self-expression and creativity are a powerful way to challenge the status quo. Artists are an unruly and unpredictable bunch. That doesn’t work well in political systems that want to control and subdue. De-vesting in the arts is a way of exerting control, ensuring not too many questions are asked, avoiding any pushback.”
In Mpls, Mn - snow, on and off cold and several types of ice - art is what keeps us grounded. Singing in the streets, knitting red hats, posters, cards, creative sled races and so much more. Even my rocks in my window sill, gathered from the north shore of Lake Superior, can give a moment of joy and health through art. I collect flat rocks and they were perfect for making a heart today. I tried posting it here but can't get the photo to load in comments. Darn!
This is such a great piece, written with so much thought and care. This remark specifically stood out to me: “I think the resistance to arts may run even deeper. Self-expression and creativity are a powerful way to challenge the status quo. Artists are an unruly and unpredictable bunch. That doesn’t work well in political systems that want to control and subdue. De-vesting in the arts is a way of exerting control, ensuring not too many questions are asked, avoiding any pushback.”
Thank you, Anna, for this and all you do!
In Mpls, Mn - snow, on and off cold and several types of ice - art is what keeps us grounded. Singing in the streets, knitting red hats, posters, cards, creative sled races and so much more. Even my rocks in my window sill, gathered from the north shore of Lake Superior, can give a moment of joy and health through art. I collect flat rocks and they were perfect for making a heart today. I tried posting it here but can't get the photo to load in comments. Darn!