Art is a topic that holds significant cultural and creative importance across the globe. From traditional forms like painting and sculpture to modern mediums like digital art and street art, the world of art is diverse and ever-evolving. Recent trends in the art world include the rise of NFTs (non-fungible tokens) and the exploration of art as a means of activism and social commentary.
Key issues and themes in art petitions range from advocating for equitable representation and funding for artists from marginalized communities to preserving public art spaces and promoting art education in schools. Notable petitions include campaigns to support local artists during the COVID-19 pandemic and calls for greater diversity and inclusivity in the art industry.
Join the movement to support artists, amplify diverse voices, and advocate for the importance of art in society. Your engagement with art petitions can help shape a more inclusive and vibrant artistic community for all.
The arts are an essential part of our culture. They inspire us, offer insights into who we were, are and will be. And, yes, they contribute financially to multiple communities across the country.
Listen…we’re an arts school. What are we doing here? All this does is sully the name of our arts programs and imply we can do nothing better than stealing. AI has been used in advertisements, but it’s also been used by professors for “art” not only used in course descriptions/materials, but that is shown proudly on our MainStage theatre productions. We are ARTISTS. Let’s act like it.
Art has always been that step that you take when you want a place to gather your bearings after a hard day whether it’s making art or viewing art. In my opinion, having a place where students can take a little break and view students art is a small but significant a refresher to anyones day. Viewing student art is also a great way for other students to become inspired and create their own form of art and register for art classes of any type SWC has to offer. I am in the Metal class, 3 semester, i have learned so much from my teachers Lisa, Michelle and Aleya. Please give the students this building or at least a new bigger one in its place WITH a place to congregate with tables and chairs maybe a snack store as well.
Thank you for considering,
-Wendy
Bob Matheny and his legacy--the gallery, teaching and as practicing artist--is a reminder of the stimulating days when San Diego had a developing influence on art world-wide. By the 70s I was in a small corner with the design of a national magazine, but John Baldessari had been a classmate at SDSC, Barney Reid had been my boss at Navy Electronics Laboratory when Russel Baldwin and others with connections to the art community worked there. One influential voice for us all was Bob Matheny, and I was grateful for his friendship and insight when my later long-distance correspondence and sadlylimited visits allowed us to get together.
This gallery is unique, beautiful, and irreplaceable. Don’t fall into the trap of wanting a slick new space. I lived as an artist in San Diego from 2013-2020 and saw so many good shows here - and this gallery was the reason to trek down from central SD.
I have customized my tag and it has not altered the number and letters of my tag and is reflective. The tag has brought nothing but joy to those who have come encounter to it. Even police officers have complemented it. I feel that I would love to be able to customized our Florida license plate as we wish to promote self expression which is part of the fundamental rights of Americans.
Currently going through the court system because of platemakers custom plate. It is considered a class B misdemeanor in North Dakota to "Alter" said license plate. $200+ for plate & $3500 in legal fees
I have recently moved to Columbus and I have been part of the weaving community since my arrival. I was dismayed to learn about the unwise and disgraceful decision made to eliminate a longtime program, namely that of life drawing of nude models. This is clearly a reflection of capitulation to the political atmosphere of today. To my knowledge, there is no evidence of a threat to the public. Until this fiasco, I didn’t even know where these classes took place or how one would access the venue. It is time for strong leadership, not leaders who give in to the political winds out of fear of something ( not sure what). I urge you to reconsider this unfortunate decision. Susan Gass, University Distinguished Professor Emerita