This is What I Know About Art by Kimberly Drew - Ramandeep Kaur

Choose 3 quotes from the book, This is What I Know About Art, and write a short response for each quote. 

"And the beautiful thing about art, like activism, is that it allows us space to be curious and learn." (page 7)

Short Response: Art, like activism, gives us a space to be curious and figure things out. It shows that art isn’t just something to look at it’s a way to ask questions, learn, and even push for change. I think that’s really important because it reminds us that being curious and thoughtful can lead to both personal growth and making a difference in the world.

"Small actions foster change. Our activism, like any other part of ourselves, develops into something bigger than a singular experience." (page 61)

short response: Small actions can create real change. Activism, like any part of who we are, can grow into something much bigger than just one experience. Even the smallest effort has the power to spark something huge and influence many people. I think this is really important because it shows that every action we take, no matter how tiny, can build over time and create an impact that changes the world in ways we might never imagine.

"In creative fields, when it comes to a lack of diversity, many blame “the pipeline.” ... I have seen many rooms that need people just like you." (page 61)

Short response: In creative fields, a lack of diversity is often blamed on “the pipeline,” which is the idea that not enough people from certain groups are entering these careers. But the truth is that many spaces are missing voices like yours because opportunities have been unfair or limited. There are rooms that really need people like you, and that shows that your perspective and ideas matter. This is powerful because it reminds us that we can make a difference and that just being present can help change the system for the better.

Choose one artwork that you found either from reading the book or from Kimberly Drew's Tumblr blog and explain why this artwork is interesting to you. Post an image of the artwork, your quotes and responses to the blog. 

L'image de l'occidentale dans la peinture caribéenne, 2010,

Thierry Tian Sio Po’s L'image de l'occidental dans la peinture caribéenne shows how Western figures and ideas appear in Caribbean art. The piece has no words, so it communicates everything through its colors and textures. The earthy browns and metallic silvers seem to reflect history and outside influences, while the green feels like it represents the Caribbean itself, its land, culture, and roots. The combination of these colors creates a layered and meaningful effect that shows the tension between Western perspectives and Caribbean identity. I think this artwork is really powerful because it makes you stop and think about whose stories are being told. Even without words, it speaks loudly, showing that sharing your own perspective can change how people see the world, challenge assumptions, and give attention to voices and experiences that are often overlooked or forgotten. It reminds us that art can be more than something to look at; it can be a tool for understanding, questioning, and inspiring change.

Propose a tumblr of your own that you would like to create to help yourself do research or share information with others.

A Tumblr that I would create to help myself do research is a Tumblr about current issues happening around the world. The reason I would create this Tumblr is because I want to make sure people know the reality of what is happening and that important topics don’t get censored or ignored. My Tumblr would include updates on social, political, and environmental issues, stories from people affected by these events, and reliable sources to help explain what is really going on. If I were to create this Tumblr, it would be a meaningful way to stay informed and help others learn about the world in an honest and open way. This Tumblr could turn awareness into action and give people a space to understand, discuss, and share important issues without fear of censorship.