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Art to Change the World (ACW) is a non-profit, diverse coalition of artists, educators, scientists, topic experts, and other change makers who join forces in service of positive social change. We employ the arts, education, audience engagement, and organizational partnerships to provoke discussion, reflection, and action.
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2019 has been a winter of reflection for me. See. Say. DO was a smashing success. Now what? Many of us are working hard to make ACW into an organization which will be able to pay staff for their service and pay project participants going forward (as we did in S.S.D.).
Even more important, is the work we are doing on recognizing and honoring our intersectionality. This is not an easy thing to do. We are all taught to believe that our truth is THE truth. With 7 billion people on the planet, it is statistically improbable, and a bit breathtakingly arrogant, to actually believe that your truth is THE truth.
Michael Franti says it better than I ever could:
Cause every bit of land is a holy land
And every drop of water is a holy water
And every single child is a son or a daughter
Of the one earth mama, and the one earth papa
So don't tell a man that he can't come here '
Cause he got brown eyes and a wavy kind of hair
And don't tell a woman that she can't go there
Because she prays a little different to a God up there
You say you're a Christian 'cause God made you
You say you're a Muslim 'cause God made you You say you're a Hindu and the next man a Jew
And we all kill each other 'cause God told us to? Nah!
Listen to it all : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=raV4FBqw6q4
Be gentle with each other.
Barbara
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Who is your leadership hero? Win a this Candy Kuehn Print!
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What makes a good leader? Some lead from behind or within, some are elected; often individuals are drafted and thrust into leadership they never intended.
Art to Change the World, to accomplish group and individual missions, seeks to reinforce leadership styles and situations that work, through a leadership coaching program to be developed. We’d like to hear from members of all perspectives, “who are your leadership heros, and why?” The world needs new ideas on leadership; we can be the collector and catalyst.
Send your thoughts by email to Emily Forbes sisucatstudio@gmail.com
Please send by Wednesday, March 20th.
Those who participate will be entered into a prize drawing for the print shown above by Candy Kuehn.
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FEATURED MEMBER CRAIG HARRIS
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Who is Craig Harris?
The formal answer – Craig Harris (Composer & Theater Artist) is the Artistic Director of Interference Arts and is a composer, designer, performer and writer. Harris creates multimedia dramatic stage works, interactive sculptural environments, and creative story spaces.
The personal answer - Craig Harris was one of the first people I approached as we were giving birth to ACW. He had been a member and a leader of many arts initiatives. He was cautious. As I came to know Craig I was not surprised nor disappointed in his technical skills and his experience in acting as an event coordinator - as he did with See. Say. Do. What I did not expect was his great intellect and the opportunity to learn about the complexity of the Jewish experience through his work and our conversations.
I was so very pleased to see that others outside of ACW also recognize his vast contributions to the mission of Art Changing the World. https://www.arttochangetheworld.org/craig-harris/
Please join me in congratulating him Craig@InterferenceArts.com for this tribute appearing in the Southwest Journal
http://www.southwestjournal.com/voices/creative-class/2019/02/craig-harris-a-man-for-all-seasons/
With great respect,
Barbara
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University of Minnesota OLLI event.
This is OLLI https://ccaps.umn.edu/olli
Your authentic experience will start with an interactive discussion session focused on the topic “CAN art change the world? “ with ACW artists. The sessions following will be held at the studios of the following social practice artists. Each session will be from 10:30 to 12:00 with an optional special partnership price at one of the unique North East restaurants. Max. 15. Read More
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Somali and Native Power Gathering co-hosted by Million Artist Movement
Sunday, March 3 from 4-7pm (East Phillips Park Cultural and Community Center – 2307 17thAve S, MPLS 55404)
This is a free event for all ages – spoken word, hip hop performances from nataanii means, Deeq Abdi and more!
Light refreshments and child care provided.
https://www.facebook.com/events/408570383218753/?ti=ia
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“Life Doesn’t Frighten Me: Hope Inspired Through Art”
Fallbrook Library
124 S Mission Rd, Fallbrook, CA
March 15 Reception, 6-8pm, Show runs March 10 - May 4.
Kira Carrillo Corser- Curator.
An exhibition by 12 Compassionate Artists who believe art can help youth and families.
Fe Love performing spoken word.
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Painting with Acid Dyes
Tuesday, March 5, 6-9 pm
Candy Kuehn
Textile Center
Let loose with color painted on wool, but gain control with thickened acid dyes in this class that provides a wide foundation of knowledge so you can confidently paint with acid dyes on wool.
More info at https://textilecentermn.org
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Art of Possibilities Art Show and Sale
Artist name: Emily Forbes/Sisu Cat Studio (plus many other artists in show)
Location: Courage Kenny Golden Valley
Date of event: Opening event 4/24, runs 4/25-5/17
Cost: free
Description: Supporting artists with disabilities from around the world Date
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Arts Advocacy Day 2019
From: Sheila Smith/Minnesota Citizens for the Arts
Location: MN Historical Society Auditorium/State Capitol
Date of Event: March 12th AM
Cost: FREE
Description: Come join us at Arts Advocacy Day 2019! Learn about our goals at the legislature this year and talk with your state representative about arts issues that matter in your community. You’ll receive training and you’ll be guided by an experienced group leader—your attendance and your voice is important to arts issues! Sign up by March 8th at artsMN.org to join the fun!
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Hats, Horses & High Tea
Artist: Candy Kuehn
Location: Scarborough Fair Boutique
Date of Event: March 16th from 11am to 4pm
Hats, Horses & High Tea is an annual event hosted by Scarborough Fair Boutique and created by Katheryn Menaged to celebrate the art of millinery and prepare for the Kentucky Derby as well as various Spring holidays.
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The Nord Haus Tiny Gallery
Artist: Candy Kuehn
Location:315 1st Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Date of Event: Monday March 11 from 5-7 PM
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Springboard for the Arts has opened applications for 2019 20/20 Fellows, offered for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) or Native Artists in Minnesota. The fellowship includes unrestricted $15,000 award, plus $5,000 professional development stipend. Apply by March 31, 2019.
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Save the Date- Next ACW Face to Face
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The next ACW Face to Face event will be held May 4th at 6:30pm at Clay Squared to Infinity, 2505 Howard St. NE, Mpls. MN
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