Exploring and making art is one of the most meaningful ways I connect to culture. Writing connects me to my own heritage and roots, and reading stories and viewing art transports me into the cultural experiences of others. What about you? How does art connect you to culture? Leave a comment below.
IN MY OWN WORDS
Our Chagall Story, 4/2023: Twenty-five years ago, my friend Sarah and I traveled to France’s Côte d’Azur, home to the Musee National Marc Chagall. We recently reconnected and our memories inspired this piece about a pivotal place and time in our lives.
Filling My Days with Beauty, The Mudroom, 2/2023: Inspired by my love of museums, I share how I try to fill my life with truth, goodness, and beauty. Bonus: If you love museums too, check out the weekly 10-minute curator talks @museoprado (in English on Weds.).
Giving with Faith, Redbud Post, 3/2023: I started fundraising 20+ years ago and hold onto the belief that philanthropy requires connection, faith, and trust. Bonus: My alma mater hosted this thought-provoking lecture on "Art, Philanthropy, and Belonging".
INSPIRATION
Creative Mornings: "Everyone is creative" is the perfect tagline for this eclectic community that gathers people for breakfast events around the world on themes like sanctuary and abundance. I always come away energized.
Chef's Table: Producer David Gelb gets. me. every. time. with beautiful cinematography, music, and storytelling. The episode on Ann Kim made me cry with cultural recognition. (Rating TV-MA, Language)
Makers & Mystics: I love this season on Art & The Urge for Transcendence with conversations delving deeply into art and faith. The interview with therapist Aundi Kolber, author of Strong Like Water, is definitely worth a listen.
ENCOURAGEMENT
In the midst of creative projects, doubt and worry can take over. These prompts from Morgan Harper Nichols' new book, You Are Only Just Beginning, help me get back to the heart of the matter.
CONNECTION
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