“the only way to understand the world as something other than a tale of loss is to see it as a tale of change.” –Daniel Mason, North Woods
As we move through another seasonal shift, perhaps we’re reminded that change is constant. It can be found in the ways we see the world, the work we make, and the paths we take. While it’s natural to feel the weight of what’s passing, there’s also possibility in what comes next. New ideas emerge, unexpected opportunities take shape, and familiar things reveal themselves in a different light.
Emily Zimmerman, a curator and writer, spoke with us in 2019 from Seattle, Washington, where she served as director of the Jacob Lawrence Gallery at the University of Washington’s School of Art + Art History + Design and as a lecturer. Her work at the gallery emphasized student involvement in curatorial practice, providing emerging artists with opportunities to develop professional skills and prepare for careers in the arts. To learn more, listen to the complete interview.
Jack Arthur Wood sat with us in 2024 to discuss his work in Facture Fracture, a group exhibition at CHART Gallery featuring large-scale collages on muslin canvas. Wood began experimenting with the material after his partner brought home surplus muslin from a production job. His process involves gluing elements directly onto the working surface, creating layered compositions that move away from the permanence and traditional application of paint. Listen to the complete interview.
A Few Words to Keep in Your Pocket.
Change isn’t just about what’s lost, it’s also about what becomes possible in its place.
Outings.
Join me at Sophia Sominski Gallery for Wish You We, an artist installation by Stephan Vogel.
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More Books to Read.
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Opportunities.
For over a century, ASF has funded educational exchange between Americans and the Nordic region, awarding more than 4,000 fellowships and grants for study, research, and creative arts projects. For more details, visit the website. Deadline is November 1.