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June is here, and it’s time to groove to the beats because it’s National DJ Month! This month-long celebration recognizes DJs’ ability to create magical moments through skillful mixing, seamless transitions, and deep connection with the crowd. They’re the ones who make us lose ourselves in the moment. Here are ten quotes from incredible women …
When Daniella Zalcman started her photojournalism career in New York City during the late 2000s, she found herself trying to break into a field dominated by men, who represent roughly 85 percent of photojournalists, according to 2015 data. Zalcman quickly realized the impact of the industry’s gender imbalance extended far beyond personal career growth or …
In partnership with Nonprofit VOTE and the League of Women Voters, the Professional Association for Design (AIGA) has activated its network across the U.S. and beyond to design Get Out the Vote posters. The campaign is part of Design for Democracy, an AIGA initiative to increase civic participation through design. In addition to voting, AIGA …
Paul Priestley’s The Life of an Artist: Art History School series on YouTube is designed for viewers to discover the fascinating lives of artists, their aspirations, what motivated them, who they influenced, what they created, and why. Born in Yorkshire, England, Priestley started teaching in the 1970s, eventually becoming Head of Art at an elementary …
You’d be forgiven for thinking that meditation requires sitting cross-legged, uncomfortably on the floor, straining to keep your spine straight and face serene (the irony) while attempting not to have thoughts. Very unappealing. Also, incorrect. Meditation, and the right meditation for you personally, is the most natural thing in the world. At the risk of …
May is International Drum Month, and here are ten quotes from women drummers who know how to get people moving. As one of our esteemed musicians says below, the drums are a song’s backbone. So download these ladies’ works and stretch your fingers to tap out beats on the nearest tabletop. You should also check …
April is the official month to celebrate selfless volunteers, but these hardworking individuals – including yourself – should receive thanks every day. Here are ten quotes by women creatives for National Volunteer Month that honor and inspire the tireless efforts of those bettering the world around us. Ten Quotes by Women Creatives for National Volunteer …
National Jazz Appreciation Month reminds us to acknowledge over a century of revolutionary and unforgettable music. From the 1920s prohibition era to the civil rights movement, jazz has undoubtedly shaped the American music and social experience. Check out the following 10 quotes from women in jazz for reflection and inspiration. Quotes from Women in Jazz …
10 powerful quotes from women in music. Often it just takes strong words and good songs to lift spirits. If you’re really in a rut, I suggest downloading the incredible catalogs of these artists and putting the headphones on. Are you looking to learn more about the stories behind musicians? Check out our post on …
The U.S. Mint will, over the next four years, issue quarters featuring the likenesses of American women who contributed to “the development and history of our country.” The first batch of the American Women Quarters Program, announced in January 2022, includes astronaut Sally Ride and poet Maya Angelou. One name on the list might be …