Acts of Service through Art

by | Why do the Arts Matter?

Art activism comes in all shapes and sizes. Today we meet fellow community member May Porter who found a way to combine her desire to serve with her interest and love of the arts.   Hi, my name is Carrie Brummer and I help artists like you refine your skill and...

Creative Spirit Urban Sketchers Ottawa

by | How to be An Artist

Cindi Moynahan-Foreman feels blessed to be able to draw, paint and create everyday . She loves exploring new art techniques and learning about and meeting other artists. She is inspired by her family, nature and poetry. She is an urban sketcher and co-founder of the...

4 Acts of (Quiet) Art Activism

by | Why do the Arts Matter?

What does quiet activism look like? How can artists make choices to fight injustice and support causes they care about?   Hi, my name is Carrie Brummer and I help artists like you refine your skill and develop your unique artist voice. Today on Artist Strong I’m...

Creative Spirit Andrea Warren

by | How to be An Artist

Andrea Warren is an artist and educator based out of her hometown of Ottawa, Canada.  She is best known for her large-scale abstract paintings that evoke the webbed lines and glossy colour of stained glass, rendered in modern materials.  Since 2008, she has been an...

3 Truths of Art Activism

by | Why do the Arts Matter?

I’ve heard the following phrase way too many times: my art isn’t important unless it’s about social justice. Sometimes I hear it from people who email me, sharing some of the judgement and worth they feel about the value of creating art. Sometimes, I hear it from my...