Trump Somehow Mad at Stick Figure
Joel Shapiro sculpture removed at the Kennedy Center, how Snoopy unleashed America's imagination, the untold history of Black American dyeing traditions, and more.
Yesterday, the National Park Service removed a vibrant blue sculpture known as "Joel Shapiro" from the grounds of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, sparking confusion among onlookers. Although the late artist is renowned for his whimsical stick-figure artworks that generally lacked controversy, President Trump seemed intent on finding a reason to be upset.
The sculpture's cheerful blue hue or its depiction of the human form might have been the source of his annoyance, or perhaps the political term "woke" was the target. In a separate story, Teju Adisa-Farrar delves into the rich history of Black American natural dyeing traditions, highlighting how plants and organic fibers have been used to create vibrant pigments with practical and cultural significance.
This article serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and reviving these underrepresented craft histories.
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