Visual Arts, Columbia University, New York

This course examines ways of looking and ways of seeing, both personally & professionally as artists and in a larger cultural context. Through field trips to contemporary art and other cultural sites, conversations with visiting critical thinkers and practicioners, readings, discussions, and visual & written responses, we will examine how we look, think, act, create and respond--critically questioning our own artistic practices and ways of looking at the world.

Wednesday, February 27, 2013

"Black Painting"

This weeks assignment to create a "black painting" equivalent came at a sadly appropriate time for me, as my God brother's 2-month-old passed away late last week. With the funeral procession still in my mind, this short poem is my reach for perspective:


                                                   The Things They Carried

                             Words within their human realm. Bells to reach their Gods.
                             Mortality for to continue. Stray grass from the tombs.


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  1. GennieFebruary 27, 2013 at 5:17 PM

    Saretta,

    I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I hope that you are wrapped in love by friends and family and, perhaps, finding some solace in your art.

    As far as your "Black Painting," I am curious about the title of your poem. Is it a reference to Tim O'Brien's novel and, if so, could you elaborate on that?

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