I am prompted, by events of today, to share some thoughts and a fascinating behind-the-scenes peek at the life and times of an arts writer. I am at the end of my Kresge year, an opportunity which I have cherished – not least of which because it gave me a […]
Detroit’s literary scene is booming. Last week, two local authors held book launches for work that touches deeply on some of the most difficult and most real parts of being human, being black and being female: Desiree Cooper debuted a collection of flash fiction, “Know the Mother,” while Casey Rocheteau–the […]
Artist: Billy Mark Location: Rose’s Fine Food Breakfast: BM – Bang-Bang Breakfast Rice SRS – Coffee (black), Bang-Bang Breakfast Rice (with crumbled bacon) First of all, PEACE OUT, FEBRUARY. Seriously, screw that month. There could be no greater way to clear the winter doldrums than this March 1 confab with […]
Artist: Lillien Waller Location: La Feria Breakfast: LW & SRS – 1 million tapas Hallmarks of success in my life: I can sleep pretty much whenever I want, and I don’t have to struggle so hard anymore to find someone with whom I can have a real conversation. Because I’m self-centered, I tend to […]
Artist: Bridget Michael Location: Trinosophes Breakfast: BM – Peppermint tea, breakfast sandwich on a biscuit (no egg, no cheese, no garlic aoli, added greens), apple slices, side of hippie salad SRS – Coffee (black), cinnamon roll The best part of this day–or any day this week, to be honest–was when […]
It is with sadness and gratitude that I mark the final event of my year as a Kresge Fellow, though I understand that connections and opportunities will continue to happen on a one-to-one level. The curriculum put together by Creative Many and the KAID staff has been really enriching, and […]
Hey, it’s my KAID video! Remember, back when I was mortified about having to deal with not being Scarlett Johansson? Turns out I shouldn’t have worried, because I totally am. No, but for real, amazing job by Oren Goldenberg and Cass Corridor Films! For those of you with an abiding […]
Whoa, I was just getting the hang of being a Kresge Fellow, and it’s already time to gear up for the next cycle. When do these KAID folks sleep? Anyway, if you don’t know, Kresge Fellowships are these incredibly boss annual awards that go to two sets of disciplines, which […]
Nancy Mitchnick is a Detroit legacy that spans generations. After witnessing and creating work within the Cass Corridor scene, she moved on to find success in New York City, before eventually falling into a series of teaching positions, including working at CalArts in Valencia, California—“the conceptual art school when painting […]
Artist: Sarah Nesbitt Location: Craftwork Breakfast: SN – French toast SRS – Tea (honey), orange juice, Classic Breakfast (eggs over medium, toast (jam), bacon) It is important to pay attention to quiet people. They should never be mistaken as people who do not have rich interior lives or something to […]