Roadtrip for a Cause
Tod and Justin Purvis
My friend Justin Purvis (who I met through Washington Improv Theater) suffers from Choroideremia, a degenerative eye disease that can lead to blindness. His brother, Tod, was recently diagnosed with the condition, as well, and the two of them have decided to do something to raise awareness of the disease, while undertaking a sight-seeing trip that they may not be able to enjoy in the future. (more…)
Food, Inc. and Creative Activism
When I started my last blog, Creative DC, with its stated mission of “inspiring and showcasing creative living in Washington, DC,” the question quickly arose: What, exactly, is creativity? My friend Jaime was quick to point out that activism is a form of creative expression, and I couldn’t agree with her more. At its core, creativity is about the expression of something inside you – a feeling, an idea, a belief. While some people express themselves through paint, or film, others choose activism as their medium. For example, here’s a photo of a protester I saw at a peace march on the National Mall, back in 2007:
Protesting "sleepy corporate media"
Of course, sometimes the line between art and activism isn’t so clear. (more…)
