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What – And How – Do You Remember?

Another hop and I might reach him
I might see him
I might hug my father, still twenty-nine
and about to be a father for the first time.

-Fatemeh Shams, Hopscotch

How do you relate to memories? For most of us, the answer to this is complex. Memories make up our lives and allow us to see how we have lived. But they can come with equal amounts of joy and pain, often both blended together. Anyone who has experienced loss is likely grateful for the memories they keep of those who have departed, but revisiting these can bring fresh grief. Even memories of childhood can come with a complicated package of emotions. Memories are a tricky business – on the one hand a benefit and even a blessing, on the other a potential source of heartache and confusion.

Margaret Cogswell joined us to talk about her site specific mixed-media installation, Karasu to Isshoni Kaerimasyo, on view until October 27 at mh project in Japan. The title of the show comes from a Japanese children’s song about sunset that Cogswell learned in kindergarten while growing up in Japan. To learn more about the song, her background and work, listen to the complete interview.

Leora Fridman chatted with Danielle Durschlag about her new book, Bound Up: On Kink, Power & Belonging. Fridman’s work explores issues of identity, care, dis/ability and embodiment. Her other books include books of essays, prose and poetry as well as translation work. To learn about her latest book and more, listen to the complete interview.

A few words to keep in your pocket

What is your relationship with memories like?

Outings

Join me at Matthew Brown Gallery for paintings and sculptures by TARWUK

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More books to read

Ours is a community of readers. Tell us what books you’re reading now by adding your titles to our reading list here. Praxis user Marc VanDermeer is reading The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself, by Michael A. Singer.

Opportunities

The LOEWE FOUNDATION opens its eighth Craft Prize, honoring exceptional artisans. The winner receives €50,000, with selected works showcased in a Madrid exhibition and catalogue in Spring 2025. Visit the website for more details. Deadline is October 30.

 

Brainard Carey is an author, artist and educator. He is the director of Praxis Center for Aesthetics and is currently faculty at the School of Visual Arts in NYC. He has written seven books for artists, including Making it in the Art World. His seventh book, The Problems in the Art World: An Artist’s A-Z Action Guide, is available now. 
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