The following comments have been received in response to the questions posted for the Content section of this exhibit.
Topics for comment were:
1.) Describe your reaction to the paintings.
2.) Do you believe artwork may encourage the viewer to explore disability?
3.) How does the composition and/ or subject matter indicate these artists experiences with disabilities?
4.) Are there artists that you know who are exploring disability themes or content in their artwork?
5.) Do you know of a artist who would be appropriate for this exhibit? Please recommend the artist by discussing why their artwork and intent would suit this exhibition. Please also include an e-mail address, mail address and phone number.
I found the exhibit to be very enlightening. I felt that the bold colors and distorted images show the utter frustration, anger and finally hopelessness in their situation. I believe it is good art to educate the public on how we perceive our disabilities and how we see the public reacting to those disabilities. However, it also suggests that all art by disabled people depicts wheelchairs and torment. A section of art by others who do not or have moved past the need to express only their disability would be appropriate. Other art forms such as sculpture, basketry, poetry, etc would be a nice addition.
- Nora
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