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How do the arts reflect our culture?

by Carrie Brummer | Why do the Arts Matter?

Why Do the Arts Matter? is a question I’ve been asking myself since I first started Artist Strong. It is such an important question to be answered that I’ve called on colleagues and friends to get on their soapboxes and share their answers. It is a...
How to Walk in Another’s Shoes: Art as Activism

How to Walk in Another’s Shoes: Art as Activism

by Carrie Brummer | Why do the Arts Matter?

Imagine. You live in New York City. It’s a hustling, bustling city where people mind their own business and go about their day. From time to time you see some odd things by virtue of living here. One day, you sit on the train going home and this woman enters the...
Why Do the Arts Matter? Helping the Invisible Become Visible

Why Do the Arts Matter? Helping the Invisible Become Visible

by Carrie Brummer | Why do the Arts Matter?

Today on Artist Strong we are most fortunate to have Liz Powers from ArtLifting share her answer to Why Do the Arts Matter? ArtLifting is a special online space that sells artwork created by the disenfranchised. ArtLifting’s mission is to empower sick, disabled,...
Why Do the Arts Matter: Why Sharing Art Matters, Especially At Your Job

Why Do the Arts Matter: Why Sharing Art Matters, Especially At Your Job

by Carrie Brummer | Why do the Arts Matter?

Editor’s Note: This is a guest post from Etienne Toussaint.  Etienne lives in Washington D.C. He writes frequently about social innovation, creativity and finding the balance between professional development and personal growth. You can connect with him on Twitter or...
Why Do the Arts Matter: Why You Should Take Drama in School

Why Do the Arts Matter: Why You Should Take Drama in School

by Carrie Brummer | Why do the Arts Matter?

Today’s post is a guest post on Artist Strong by Karla O, you can follow her on Twitter @karlao_dtn Why The Subject of Drama is a Necessity for Every Child In recent months Australian and UK Drama Teachers have been back on the front line defending their...
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