An inadequate but sincere thank you, on Thanksgiving
As far as I can figure, I have the Snohomish and Puget Sound Salish people to thank for allowing me to live here. I would also like to thank the Hibulb Cultural Center for teaching my family about these peoples.
On Thanksgiving Day (such as it is), I would also like to thank the Duwamish people, the traditional stewards of the land that hosts my friends, art events and privileges I enjoy in Seattle. If you’d like to acknowledge artists descended from Chief Seattle:
consider visiting the exhibit “We’re Still Here” at Seattle’s Central Library (through December 15th)
consider buying artwork from the Chief Seattle Club booth on December 7th.
You can also show your support year-round by donating to Real Rent Duwamish. Contributions go toward sustaining Duwamish people and culture, which is more difficult without federal tribal recognition.
Artist Trust At Large: the next step
I'm pretty sure Artist Trust and I helped ignite a few creative fires and connections this week!
Although the presentations are open to artists of all disciplines, Wednesday's group was almost entirely visual artists. One person also performs and another is a filmmaker.
A couple of needs the artists shared with me:
- leads on studio space
- help in clarifying their career goals
- where to go when you need legal advice
Fortunately, Artist Trust offers workshops and resources for most of these needs! If you weren't able to make it to this event, here are the details for the next presentation:
The red RSVP button will generate an email to me. Just tell me your name and how many people are coming to the event, and I'll reply with a confirmation. Hope to see you soon!