Ruth Asawa and the Mythical Basketmaker of Mexico

Ruth Asawa and the Mythical Basketmaker of Mexico

Nov 9, 2019 | About Women Artists

On the origins of Ruth Asawa’s method for creating her suspended wire sculptures. The Myth There is a myth about Ruth Asawa, the Japanese-American sculptor known for her suspended wire forms. The myth says that she went to Mexico in 1947 (or ‘48) and “a local...

Class: The Doll as Storyteller with Nicole Havekost

Feb 10, 2019 | About Women Artists

Artist Nicole Havekost, whose work I saw at Woman Made Gallery and I interviewed here, is teaching a workshop in November 2019 called the Doll as Storyteller, at Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts. Read all about the class here. And know that if cost is a barrier,...
Breaking the Bronze Ceiling

Breaking the Bronze Ceiling

Mar 31, 2018 | About Women Artists

For whatever reason, people in Chicago and all over the world are starting to notice how few women have been honored with a public, outdoor statue. I’m starting to see and hear about it everywhere and want to share some of the interesting articles and podcasts...
Where to Read More about Women Artists

Where to Read More about Women Artists

Mar 12, 2018 | About Women Artists

Did you know I interview artists for Moore Women Artists? I also write essays and do research pieces about artists who have passed away. You can find my most recent articles on my contributor page: Elaine Luther And the whole round up of everything I’ve written...