Signs of the Times- an Article by Ann Landi

vasari21.com/signs-of-the-times/ <Article link here

Black Flag #2 (installation view), 2017

Speaking of how “we see the world,” the world at large, and especially at home, is looking rather grim and toxic these days. It’s reached the point where I can scarcely turn on the news, and even die-hard Republicans of my acquaintance are questioning our leader’s competence and sanity. The downright punitive tenor of the times alarms us all, and artists can be especially sensitive to changes in the zeitgeist. So I asked about a dozen how they were responding to the current political climate, and the answers ranged from expressions of pure rage to taking an inward turn. You can read Part One of “Signs of the Times” here.

Diversity and Inclusion

I am pleased to announce my inclusion in the museum exhibition...

Diversity and Inclusion: The Influence of African American Art in Southern California

The opening reception (2:00-4:00) and artist Q&A  (2:30) is January 27th 

January 25, 2018 to February 25, 2018

The Ontario Museum of History & Art and Guest Curator, Jerry Weems, present Diversity and Inclusion: The Influence of African American Art in Southern California. This open call exhibit displays the diversity of the artistic styles and visions of contemporary African American Art. Seen through the stylings of regional artists, Diversity and Inclusion reveals how artists are influenced by the raw and expressive beauty of the African American experience. Diversity and Inclusion encourages and promotes inclusion of all visual artists regardless of race. 

For more information :

http://www.ontarioca.gov/museum/exhibits

Black Flag #3 (We're Not Your people) 2017

A Love Supreme

Bound Together

Bound Together, 2017, 8inx6inx5in, paper. (available now)

Art and Cake: "These are serious and playful works of art"

https://artandcakela.com/2017/12/01/studio-visit-tm-gratkowski-the-word-space-time-memory/