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When Cultures Collide – By Deborah Fagan Carpenter
“Everybody has a voice, and Memphis provides a platform for that voice.” The broad spectrum of Memphis and Delta history is brought to colorful life in the form of music, art, film, dance and story-telling at the Center for Southern … Continue reading
You Can’t Judge the Art by the Chicken by Deborah Fagan Carpenter
An enormous silver chicken glistening in the pouring rain caught my eye as I motored down highway 231 near Brundidge, Alabama. The artistic fowl announced the existence of Art`wurks, located in an unassertive block building, and in which I assumed … Continue reading
Posted in Arts, Deborah Carpenter
Tagged Alabama artist, Deborah Fagan Carpenter, folk art, Larry Godwin
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Mary’s Doorway Philosophy by Deborah Fagan Carpenter
“Let’s stay together and be as rusty as that ole tin.” This is one example of the straightforward wisdom flowing from the heart and hands of folk artist Mary Proctor- an uncomplicated, optimistic outlook for relationships, friendships and marriage. Her … Continue reading
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Tagged Deborah Fagan Carpenter, Florida, florida artists, folk art, Mary Proctor, porchscene, primitive art, southern art, southern artist
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