What can artists do these times?

As I write, the nation is being rocked by one of the biggest civil rights movements in history. There is a lot of movement happening, and things are beginning to change.

First of all, if you are an artist of color, I want you to know that you are welcome in the Visionary Artist’s Salon. This is a safe space for all artists who wish to achieve their highest potential in their work and their career. The VAS is about empowering artists to take control of their destiny as artists, and that applies especially to black artists.

Secondly, know that all artists are leaders of culture. Roy DeCarava, an award winning black photographer, said, “The artist creates material that we look back on as part of history.” Never is this more true than now. This year, 2020, keeps bringing us challenges…and it’s our job as artists to experience these things, and make art that reflects our experiences. (Above, my piece from 2018, “Wonder”)

Even if your art is about something else, people still need art. Art gives us space to dream of a new future, imagine something better, create connection without words, and record our own feelings and thoughts as part of the great collection of humanity.

So, what can an artist do? They can lead by creating. They can inspired by making. They can make a difference through inspiring others to a better world.

What will you create today?

Sending you love, light, and creativity,