Arts & Culture
Voices of dissent
“We must not confuse dissent with disloyalty. When the loyal opposition dies, I think the soul of America dies with it.” —Edward R. Murrow
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The kids are alright
The opportunity to see a relatable story in popular media is a priceless experience for a young person. The path of self-discovery can be...
The end of domination?
Art has come full circle for author Tod Davies, at least a portion of it has. This month, the fourth book in her History...
Something doesn’t add up
With a little bastardization, Einstein’s most famous equation, E=mc2, sums up the Denver Center for the Performing Arts Theatre Company’s latest, Smart People, with...
Jewish artists show off wares at Judaica art show
Boulder Arts & Crafts Gallery is continuing the Hanukkah celebration with artworks that highlight the Jewish heritage. The 16th Annual Judaica Show features menorahs, sparkling jewelry, hand-colored prints, mezuzot and festival ware crafted by artists from around the...
More than just pretty still lifes
In the 19th century, Paris was undergoing major change. The city was starting to blossom and open its narrow designs, shedding its medieval past....
As transgender people mark deadliest year on record, one elder fights...
Originally published by The 19th
Gia had read the statistics: The life expectancy for Black transgender women was between 30 to 35 years. So when...
Dia de los Muertos: A celebration of life, death and culture
Right now in Mexico, thousands of people are preparing for Día de los Muertos and the great celebration to honor their loved ones who have passed on. Altars are being created, filled with photos, candles and items that held significance for deceased friends and ...
How a sunset feels
Try to describe a sunset without using colors; think about how it feels, how the air smells, perhaps about the sounds that arise at...
The process of becoming
No artist steps up to the canvas with a fully formed style. It’s easy to forget that once upon a time, famous artists were...
Women are beautiful, naturally
Through the decades in which women marched for liberation from secretarial jobs, sexual monogamy and bras, Garry Winogrand walked the streets, his palm-sized camera in hand, photographing women. He caught them with their guard down, their knees too high for their ...
Tips for thrifty living
Sparrow is a self-taught visual artist, pianist and chef — and has a master’s degree in creative writing. He lives in a doublewide trailer...
















