Artfully Reforming Public Schools

In a society with true democratic priorities, cutting funding for public schools would be an unconscionable act. In the United … More

The Contemporary Spartans

Expressions of love, unity and collective empowerment are more effective than those of division and hatred.

A Rainbow Canvas Coalition

The Reverend Jesse Jackson passed away today. Along with Shirley Chisholm (the first Black woman to be elected to the … More

Stop, Collaborate and Listen: Ice as an Artistic Medium and Methodology

The use of ice in art is a symbolic choice that effectively conveys its affordances as a literal and figurative … More

Keith Haring’s ‘A Book Full of Fun’

During the late 1980s, Keith Haring rose to international fame through his iconic style of art that addresses social concerns … More

Artful Union

Art and labor are intrinsically connected, and the relationship is well documented throughout art history. Examples of artworks within a … More

A Monumental Moment for the Masses

When I was teaching art history, I would begin the course with a big and broad question: “Who writes history?” … More

Signs of the Times

The streets of New York City can feel overwhelming due to the massive amount of stimulating sights, sounds and activities … More

Shibboleth

Nine times out of ten, a 548-foot long hairline crack in the floor of a historic building would be a … More

Community Table: Artful Action in an Era of Food Insecurity

Since its nationwide inception during the 1970s as the “food stamp program,” the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) has been … More