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

bell hooks: radical education and empathy

Above is a portrait of bell hooks that I painted for my ongoing series, The Educators. The quote, which is … More

“There’s no such thing as neutral education. Education either functions as an instrument to bring about conformity or freedom.” – … More

My high school experience was largely defined by sociopolitical events. Freshman and sophomore years were book-ended by anxieties related to … More

“Art isn’t functional.” Too often, I hear that statement (or a variation of it) when I engage in a conversation … More

Art transcends borders, which is evident from just a quick survey of gloabal art history. Ideas, movements, techniques, and materials … More