It seems that sculptor Jason deCaires Taylor’s path chose him. Born to an English father and Guyanese mother—he spent much of his childhood exploring the coral reefs of Malaysia. Now he uses art to help replace disappearing reefs with artificial ones to rejeuvenate the marine environment. But oh my goodness…you have to see for yourself… Continue reading Underwater Sculptures ~ Unique and Indelible
Month: July 2012
The Story of Change
Now THIS is what I’m talkin’ about! Activist Annie Leonard of the Story of Stuff Project uses the long arm teachings of Gandhi and the American Civil Rights Movement to make her point in newly released movie.
Head Off and Split ~ Poems by Nikky Finney
A while back in my Skinny Widget, I posted video of Nikky Finney—born Lynn Carol Finney—accepting the 2011 National Book Award for Poetry, her speech —a poem itself—is already legendary for its power and originality. (Scroll down to see it). Many of you missed that Skinny so I’m back to bring more attention to her… Continue reading Head Off and Split ~ Poems by Nikky Finney
The Poolroom was an Institution
By Guest Blogger Peter de Lissovoy I met Peter in Albany on research trip, June 2011, during the 50th Anniversary of the Albany Civil Right’s Movement. He worked with SNCC in Albany during the 60s and graciously agreed to write this guest post: Well I wasn’t much of a pool player, but the poolroom was… Continue reading The Poolroom was an Institution