Impacting Artists First in a Curatorial Project Focusing on Empathy with Nanci Hersh (#168)
In this episode of The Art Biz I talk with Nanci Hersh about an exhibition she organized with 25 artists from multiple states and countries.
The show used the central theme of tears to explore empathy, compassion, and understanding within a sacred space—a metaphorical chapel. She says, as artists "we are so fortunate that we can use our art to make sense of life experiences."
Nanci and I discuss:
The ripple effect of art when it impacts the artist first.
The training she received to facilitate uncomfortable conversations.
The benefits of taking on such a big project and why it's important…
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