The artist confronts today’s most divisive issues—violence, racism, polarization—in hopes of inspiring mutual understanding and positive solutions. Throughout the summer, drivers on Long Island’s Route 27 between Southampton and Water Mill have been passing the words “Remember Me” emblazoned in large neon script across the side of the Parrish Art Museum. A yearlong installation by…
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Central Pa. painter with autism showcases unique art at Harrisburg gallery
At the age of three, artist Malcolm Corley was diagnosed with autism. At about the same time, he began to draw the sketches from the TV show, Blues Clues. Recreations of Dr. Seuss’s illustrations came next, some of which he drew from memory. Today, the 23-year-old’s special art pieces has been showcased in numerous competitions….
Professional artist with Down syndrome strives to inspire joy from Central Saanich
“She said there is a beautiful place where people can find happiness.” Adam finds out the story behind a creative Central Saanich woman who has been striving to inspire joy in others for decades. If you ask Aviv Dekel why she’s riding her mobility scooter while wearing rainbow-coloured leggings and a pink unicorn hat, she’ll…
‘It gave me hope’: Art helps Edmonton woman overcome homelessness
After getting diagnosed with schizophrenia and living in Edmonton’s homeless shelters, it was through art Madeline LeBlanc was able to regain control of her life. As a kid, LeBlanc was interested in becoming an artist. However, in high school she was dissuaded as her friends said artists make too little money and made too little difference in…
Artist In Santa Rosa Builds Tiny Houses For Homeless
A Santa Rosa artist has gone above and beyond when it comes to helping the homeless, designing and helping to build a group of miniature shelters for those in need. Harold Wallin is a Santa Rosa designer who began comparing his notion of the “starving artist” to the growing population of homeless people. “I just saw…