When I was young, my family spent a lot of time at the beach. My husband and I have continued that tradition with our own children. Last summer, while walking along the Atlantic Ocean’s edge, I thought about these nostalgic childhood memories. Although most beach-combers may look for perfect shells, I found a rough, broken…
The catalytic response from visitors surrounding my ArtPrize work caught the attention of the internationally known artist Makoto Fujimura. In 2014, Mako wrote, “Pamela Alderman’s installation The Scarlet Cord at the Ford Presidential Museum is attracting thousands. Her work of paintings combined with participatory, Yoko Ono-like installations hit home, and the lines for her exhibit…
While coping with COVID-19, I find that looking for ways to encourage others helps me keep my own anxiety in check. Here are a few ideas on how we can connect with our communities and get through these challenging times together: Create an art project with your children with simple materials like a paper plate…
Art and beauty are especially needed in these times of uncertainty; hands-on activities promote emotional well-being. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, we are committed to serving others. After learning about a need for mini paint bottles at Holland Home, a local retirement community, we gladly shared our art supplies. To maintain social distancing,…