Monthly Archives: May 2020

Outdoor Art with Heart

Posted on May 28, 2020 by rosinskynatalie

Heartfelt messages to neighbors and neighborhood heroes have brightened many of today’s pandemic city views. Drawing with chalk, kids have decorated sidewalks, driveways, and even walls with scenes and words to celebrate people and events such as birthdays and graduations. … Continue reading →

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Asian – American Heroes, Hopes, and Hurts

Posted on May 1, 2020 by rosinskynatalie

This is an important time to look at graphic works depicting Asian-American heroes, hopes, and hurts. The Covid-19 pandemic has spread some virulent ideas along with its deadly virus. Once-common stereotypes and fears about Asian–Americans, in particular Chinese-Americans, have flared … Continue reading →

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Monthly Archives: May 2020

Outdoor Art with Heart

Asian – American Heroes, Hopes, and Hurts

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