The Artist Activist

The Artist Activist

In our family we make election day a big deal. We celebrate the day by eating out after we voted. Growing up in the restaurant industry I was exposed to political debates at a very young age. Most likely I was debating politics with patrons before I was in first...
Stranded by Social Media

Stranded by Social Media

Stranded by SM One of my earlier post was all about the FB/IG blackout and my accounts ended up deactivated. The latest  IG news is that IG decided leaving photography behind and moving into video to imitate Tik Tok. It illustrate how little commitment the brant has...
ROI – Why Supporting the Arts is good Business

ROI – Why Supporting the Arts is good Business

ROI – The Economic Impact of the Arts When I first was asked to teach non art major students art appreciation, I have to admit I was terrified. This is one of those courses required to graduate. I know you think of all those artist, location, dates and styles...
If my Toolbox could Talk

If my Toolbox could Talk

At the tender age of 15 I was told I had to decide what to do for a living. Well that how they made it seem at least, like I had a choice!  The truth was, the adults around me made the decision. I was told by my parents I could either start an apprentice ship as a...
How Steve got his Name

How Steve got his Name

A few weeks ago I decided to put together a presentation  for my Art Appreciation students of spooky and scary art throughout history. I should not have been surprised when artist after artist popped up having one or the other unsettling and scary artwork in their...
Change is Good

Change is Good

During my two year stay in Italy my gear got a real beating and it was time to look into replacing my camera. It had served me well for about 10 years. That is old age in the world of digital gear. Dragging my gear to every place I traveled I was amazed it still...