Arting Out - 3 & 4 of 5

(art event 3/5) I failed to write about it previously, but I went to the Cooper Young Festival a month or so ago. Cooper-Young is more of a community awareness event than strictly being about the arts, but many local artists participate by selling their work. While not universal, much of what can be found during the event is somewhat commercial--maybe even pedestrian--and may not be considered "high art" by some. However, there are a few gems for those willing to look. I was especially impressed by some of the found art artists such as the folks operating under the name "Shove It" who recycle old skateboards into jewelry and other works.

(art event 4/5) My family attended the Dia De Lost Muertos event at University of Memphis this past Saturday, October 29th. There were several traditional memorials, ofrendas, setup throughout the main hallway of what is to be the new Fine Art building on campus (previously the law building). The Aztec sand sculpture at the very rear was incredible, too. Unfortunately, I missed the performances due to a misunderstanding of the schedule: they only performed on Sunday.