Art that takes a stand: Jo Noble and Ruth Ross * Oregon ArtsWatch
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Art that takes a stand: Jo Noble and Ruth Ross * Oregon ArtsWatch
"Jo Noble focuses on individuals who stand for the Constitution, creating unique cards to thank judges for their rulings that uphold the rule of law. Her process involves extensive online research to identify impactful judicial decisions and the officials involved."
"Artists are increasingly willing to use their talents to champion causes they believe in, whether termed protest art, revolutionary art, or the art of social justice."
Many artists are now using their skills to advocate for social justice and challenge societal norms. Jo Noble, a resident at Rose Villa Senior Retirement Community, creates handmade cards to thank judges who uphold the Constitution. Her process involves extensive research to identify impactful judicial decisions and the officials involved. This effort reflects a broader trend of artists engaging in protest art and social justice, continuing a legacy of artistic activism that dates back to figures like Gustave Courbet and Ben Shahn.
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