These are trying times, socially, economically, and politically. The carnage of COVID was enough, never mind the turmoil that’s happened in the world since then. The threats to the wellbeing of this country and other nations from within and beyond the borders are distressing, and what’s coming up is not clear. International conflicts are expanding, and migration has increased more than ever. Climate disasters, pollution, and plastic proliferation are profoundly damaging our world. Young people are struggling to survive, never mind thrive, amidst the tremendous challenges. The homelessness crisis has grown to epic proportions. Stress and anxiety are prevalent as we attempt to navigate the upheaval.
Yet, it’s important to keep cool, focus and stay on task. How can we adapt and prevail? We need faith, direction, and thoughtfulness to meet these gargantuan challenges. We have to approach and deal with the many dilemmas we must face through investigation, creativity and communication.
These works on paper comprise subjective thoughts, feelings, and perceptions connected to the malaise of our world today. We all grapple with ways of identifying and tackling issues to cope with our unease, which helps us move towards growth and enlightenment. Artistic exploration and expression in our individual ways lead to collective sharing and solutions for the future.
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