I made this video a few months ago, but in honor of the 50th anniversary of Freedom Summer, and those who are retracing those steps, I thought it would be appropriate to post it now. Enjoy!
Collard Greens!
I’ve recently begun a new series and it’s near and dear to my heart. It’s about family and community and heritage and love. It’s about collard greens! More to come…
An Excellent Example of the Power of Story
I facilitate a lot of workshops. I love doing it. There is nothing like watching and listening as story builds bridges, opens doors and develops community. My favorite experience, however, was a few years ago in San Antonio. It was a conference on inclusion and I was the keynote speaker and also presented two break […]
Creating in Community
As a part of my MA in Creativity Studies I am doing an Arts-based inquiry project on creating in community. I’ve invited several creative people I know from around the country to join me on Facebook and share a piece of art that I can respond to creatively. There are poets, painters, textile artists, dancers, […]
ART SHOW!
I’ve recently joined with a wonderful group of visual artists in Charleston. Our first show is this weekend. This weekend!! I’m linking to some press here. And here. We’re so excited! These are the pieces I’ll have in the show: This is one of a series inspired by “Freedom Songs – From Civil War to […]
Riding the Wind
Someone up there is having a big laugh at my expense. Or else it’s a lesson in living by grace. I’m moving. I know. That’s not unique to me. But I’m moving in a BIG way. By the end of this month we will have moved out of three apartments in one month. I know. […]
More Artwork — I Feel A New Show Coming On!
ART!
I realized this morning that I haven’t been keeping track of my art work. Much has been sold without my having a photo of it. So this morning I decided to collect what I can and post it here. As I find other pictures I’ll post them as well. Most of the pics I’m posting […]
Becoming Harriet Tubman
I’m halfway through my run of Becoming Harriet Tubman at Piccolo Spoleto festival. The theater, Threshold Repertory Theater on Society Street, is a little black box theater that seats about 100. It’s a teeny place with a great feel. Despite it’s size, they put on a lot of big productions there, they’re planning a Midsummer’s […]
Becoming Harriet Tubman Poster
I’m quite pleased with the design of this poster for my upcoming performance!