Dear Ableism: A Poet-Dancer-Activist on International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Today is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This United Nations observance promotes the rights and well-being of people with disabilities in all spheres of society. To commemorate …
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Artist of the Month Cindy Massey
A Journey of Strength, Art, and New Beginnings by MsBoye Here are highlights from the delightful conversation I had with our December Artist of the Month, the amazing …
Finding My Way Home
A Short Story about How I Reclaimed My Identity as An Artist by Rouqayya Majeed In 2016, I decided to go for a minor in Fine Arts after finishing …
Artist of the Month Kayla Jones
by April Sullivan Kayla Jones is a tall beautiful woman with a brilliant smile. Someone you might think would take the spotlight when she steps into a room. …
Artist of the Month Syeira Huerta
by April Sullivan Our October 2023 Artist of the Month is Syeira Huerta. If you know Syeira, you know October is their favorite month, because, well, Halloween. Syeira …
In Memory of Artist Gary Bachers
On August 15th of this year, our community lost a tremendously talented and determined artist in Gary Edward Bachers. A beloved family physician, Gary survived a massive hemorrhagic stroke …
Art Spark’s 2023 Artists of the Year
by Celia Hughes It’s September, and my favorite month for Art Spark Texas. This is because every September we get to honor Texas artists with disabilities for their …
For You, a Perk, for Me, a Necessity
by Pat Pound In today’s world, provisions for people with disabilities are common and useful. As a person who is blind, I appreciate Braille door signs and elevator …
Artist of the Month Pat Keen
Pat Keen, Studying People by Jerry Slayton This August, Art Spark Texas would like to recognize artist Patricia, Pat, Keen as our Artist of the Month. Pat has …
The Therapeutic Benefits of Nature for Veterans
by April Sullivan with Guest Monica We have been hosting art and nature workshops for women veterans across the state this summer. I know it’s hot outside, but …