For some people, art is just a hobby, but for others, it is a way of life; it is a part of who they are. However, regardless of where someone may land on the spectrum, if art is something that they want to engage and grow in, the Black Art Coalition seeks to help to…… Read more »
Entries by Christina Elem
Keeping Art Alive: Art as a Preservative
Creating anything that is highly influenced by the current moment is significant because it is a way to preserve the thoughts, the feelings, and the events that are happening now. It provides a picture of today, no matter how big or small, and it is always good for future reflection. I think documentation of this…… Read more »
Resistance vs. Our Goals
This month I finally got around to reading a book that was given to me by a friend. The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles, a book written by Steve Pressfield, talks about the idea of resistance and experiencing resistance as an artist. So far, I find it…… Read more »
Small Space, Busy Bodies: Making the Most Out of Right Now
When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. It is such a cliché, but it really speaks to this moment and all the possibilities of what can come out of these next few weeks. Even though my life feels like it flipped upside down, and I’m trying to find a new normal, I’ve chosen not to…… Read more »
On Black Joy
One event that I am looking forward to this semester is the On Black Joy: An Unconference on February 15th at 10:45am and February 19th at 7pm. This event will highlight the concept of joy and its different facets from the African American perspective, as well as shed understanding on how everyone has access to…… Read more »
Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am (Film Screening)
My student pick for the month of September is the screening of the documentary: Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am. This film tells the life story of the renowned and late female African American author, Toni Morrison, as well as explores the themes of race, history, America and the human condition. The IU Fine Arts…… Read more »
Potpourri of the Arts
Christina reflects on her experience performing with the African American Choral Ensemble and looks forward to the November 10th Potpourri of the Arts.