As an added thought- I have often noticed that many art institutions have 1 of 2 descriptions in their about section: they may have a core mission and history with earnest beliefs. If not, they always seem to write the same sentence: “the gallery works in collaboration with a mix of established and emerging artists”. This seems to me such a lame attempt at an ethos. It’s just pointing to the fact that they work with artists just out of their degree shows and big names, because these are the easiest spaces to exist in.
Michele -- I love this so much. The idea that emerging means under 40, is absurd. Just say "young" if that's what they mean. Why emerge -- be the mycelium. Thanks for this deep message at this moment.
Wonderful! Thank you.
I like your mycelium analogy! Nicely done!
Yes. Let’s uphold the value of sustained work, cultivating and maintaining relationships, digging and realigning, season after season.
That book was so full of beautiful thoughts and phrases- I just love your interpretation of it!
As an added thought- I have often noticed that many art institutions have 1 of 2 descriptions in their about section: they may have a core mission and history with earnest beliefs. If not, they always seem to write the same sentence: “the gallery works in collaboration with a mix of established and emerging artists”. This seems to me such a lame attempt at an ethos. It’s just pointing to the fact that they work with artists just out of their degree shows and big names, because these are the easiest spaces to exist in.
I adore this. Appreciation for fungus <3
This was so beautiful. Thank you 💜
As always, and insightful piece, Michele.
Your creations are unique. Keep at it.
I have often bristled with confusion at that term emerging ... I love this mycelium message.
Michele -- I love this so much. The idea that emerging means under 40, is absurd. Just say "young" if that's what they mean. Why emerge -- be the mycelium. Thanks for this deep message at this moment.