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Memorial Day reflections on Memory and the effect over time

Posted on May 25, 2015 by Babs

My father was 44 years old when I was born. He was 27 years old when my oldest sister, the eldest arrived. My childhood memories and my siblings recollections differ enormously. I have always valued the significance of each person’s … Continue reading →

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Detroit; Tale of Two Cities

Posted on October 18, 2013 by Babs

When I think about Detroit it is difficult for me to separate my past from its’ future. Growing up in the ethnically diverse Southwest Detroit, I had a childhood filled with adventure, danger and wild imagination. The neighborhood school playground … Continue reading →

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Is contemporary art as we know it dead?

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Babs

I’ve always been uncomfortable with the issue of elitism in fine art. Growing up in Southwest Detroit I was exposed to fine art primarily through church, museums, and art history classes.  The only “art” on display in our home were … Continue reading →

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