The idea of socially engaged artmaking is nothing new, and artists and designers have long used their work to give voice to the powerless, advance issues of economic and social injustice, and enhance the lives of the people within their communities. These values are woven throughout MICA’s culture and infuse the practices of our alumni…
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“COVID this way,” read a faux road sign across from Sky Bar and Southeastern on Aug. 28, with an arrow pointing toward the two establishments. While some students returning to Auburn in August took to downtown bars to party, some of their peers were dismayed. The mind behind the sign, Rose Williams, junior in theatre, was…
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The activist group and Instagram account @changethemuseum has issued a public call to forgo visiting all US museums for the month of October, as many reopen after months of coronavirus-related closures. Yet some museum workers have expressed concerns that the initiative may actually harm workers, and fear that a boycott may not yield real institutional…
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For eight artists who contributed to Palo Alto’s Black Lives Matter mural this summer, the project was one example of the power public art has in bringing communities together, fostering conversations and amplifying racial equity initiatives. The creatives from all over the Bay Area came together for a virtual panel discussion hosted by Palo Alto’s…
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APRIL 18, 2017 Seeking sixty local arts groups to participate in a yearlong training program to improve racial equity in the arts and culture sector “The arts and culture field, like many other sectors, has historically over-emphasized diversity and audience engagement strategies. In our current political climate these interventions are more crucial than ever –…
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By Moriah Ballard on August 9, 2020 HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Art has been undoubtedly part of the Third Ward culture since it’s foundation. ABC13+ caught up with the muralist behind a few of these beautiful paintings. Whether you’re touring the city of Houston or have lived here your entire life, you can’t help but stare…
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By Nicquel Terry Ellis on August 4, 2020 7:02 a.m. NYC Paints Black Lives Matter mural in front of Trump Tower ATLANTA — A massive, black afro pick topped with a clinched fist— a potent symbol of Black identity — is touring the country to promote social justice amid a national reckoning of racism, police brutality and voter suppression. The creators behind the 28-foot tall art installation “All…
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By Kay Johnson on Aug 5, 2020 | Updated Aug 6, 2020 Art is a key means of personal expression for many people. In response to recent state and national events, Ridgewater College has created a community connection on Facebook called “Just Art: Challenging Racism and Promoting Social Justice.” “Several recent tragedies, including the killing of George…
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By KUSI Newsroom on August 12, 2020 SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – The Balboa Art Conservation Center Wednesday announced a program to preserve important cultural works that emerge from social justice movements in the San Diego area. The Preserve Community Art! program seeks to protect the region’s cultural heritage and provide free art conservation services for…
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“There won’t be a a penny that is going out the door that is not contributing to a more fair, more just, more beautiful society,” Alexander says. by Sarah Cascone on July 2, 2020 When future applicants seek funding from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, the largest supporter of the arts and humanities in the US, they…
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