Brandon League of Fine Arts

Everyone Needs a Some Art in Their Lives

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As artists, we know how vital creativity is to our personal well-being. Most of us can’t even imagine a life without making art! But this truth extends far beyond our studio walls...it applies to non-artists and to society as a whole.

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I spend a lot of time reading about creativity and wellness. When I began drafting this message, I did a quick search on the broader impact of art on society. The results were overwhelming! I won’t bore you with endless

citations, but the sheer volume of research confirms what we feel in our hearts: exposure to art is essential for human connection.

 

As you see every time you attend a BLFA meeting or outing, art fosters community. When we create and share together, we build bridges across ages, backgrounds, and perspectives. Art gives us a shared language and a

common bond.

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We have the opportunity to bring that exact same energy into the wider community. That was the inspiration behind our Spread the Art Bookmark Project. While it’s a wonderful way to shine a light on BLFA, it’s also about

sharing the simple joy of art. Experiencing visual art brings people closer...not just to our league, but to one another.

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By now, you’ve likely heard me talk about this project at a meeting or seen the emails. For our upcoming monthly meeting, we’ll be creating bookmarks together! You don’t have to make yours that night...you can create it ahead of time or use existing work. However you choose to contribute, please join in and help our local communities connect through our art.

 

See you soon!

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Charlotte DeMolay | BLFA President