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Sculpting Concrete in a Shelter: Art as Survival for Displaced Creators | The Book & Beyond
In this episode of The Book & Beyond, host Caoimhe Howell explores the profound intersection of art, survival, and displacement through the story of Elena, a sculptor who turned to concrete in a homeless shelter. This narrative moves beyond the romanticized 'starving artist' trope to examine how creative practice serves as an essential anchor for identity when physical stability is lost. For artists, activists, and anyone interested in the sociology of creativity, this episode offers a raw look at how medium dictates message under extreme duress.
The discussion delves into the psychological…
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