Asking Artists Questions
Gallery openings. Immediately I think: white walls, people with clinking glasses, fashion, quiet conversation… oh yeah, and art. Often the exhibiting artists are available to those who attend to ask questions and share about their work. So, what do you ask those...
Contemporary Art: We Deserve More
I commend Antonia Carver and everyone who has helped Dubai build itself into an impressive center for the arts. In the 6 years I’ve lived here I’ve seen impressive, sustained, thoughtful building of art culture and community (in both Dubai and Abu Dhabi)....
What is Creative Thinking?
Creativity is a buzz word these days. Educators and CEOs are both talking about innovation. People say they want schools that celebrate, reward and even develop the skill of creative thinking. Ken Robinson is now a household name. Books like The Tipping Point are...
Why do the Arts Matter? Art as an Emotional Outlet.
Today is another Why do the Arts Matter post here at Artist Strong. There is so much talk right now in the Education world about the importance of the arts. But where is the practice? We can talk all we want, but if we don’t put money where our mouths are, we are...
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