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1-The art that we viewed was unique in different ways. My favorite image was the chess set by Javier Tellez. I also liked the “Mad Love Asylum” image with the upside down white umbrellas. The drawings by Bobby Baker were most disturbing and made me so sad. What images evoked strong feelings for you?
2-I read that art therapy boosts self-esteem and gives the patient a sense of control which fosters healing and mental well being. I have been making quilts for over 30 years and have made several for people that have lost a loved one. I incorporate relevant themes and sometimes bits of cloth that belonged to the loved one into the design and it seems to bring comfort to those left behind. Last Spring two of my friends passed within weeks of each other and I found it very cathartic to sit and hand sew pieces in memory of them. What types of creative expression do you participate in? Does it help your mental health?
I pledge…Bonnie Akkerman
1. One of the most interesting images we viewed was the chessboard by Javier Téllez. He decided to make the pawn pieces shaped like eggs to represent the mind. Why do you think he made the pawn pieces a representation of the mind?
2. Another image that I found interesting was the second image for the Madlove project. In the image there are multiple umbrellas that are hanging from the ceiling upside down. What do you think the umbrellas are supposed to represent?
Submitted by Audrey Schroeder. I pledge…