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GREAT GREEN THINGS

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Curated over the course of our two year art group, 

Great Green Things is a mixed media book containing original poetry, personal narratives, photography, and illustrations from artists including m.burkes, Miranda Gibson, AC, Sasha Prince, C-Tro, and Mezzy.

Trees

“The tree which moves some to tears of joy is in the eyes of others only a green thing that stands in the way. Some see nature all ridicule and deformity... and some scarce see nature at all. But to the eyes of the man of imagination, nature is imagination itself.”

― William Blake

A preface from Adam sholder

Creativity can be a window, providing awareness and insights into difficult and complex topics. The poetry, prose, and artwork presented in this collection represent the artists' personal reflections, questions, and beliefs. Their work is meant to challenge and question, educate and inspire, and to share their interpretation of their own experience with mental health. I have had the distinct pleasure and honor to have known each artist that has made a contribution to this book, and they are all truly amazing individuals. They all, in their own unique way, have had to navigate mighty challenges and barriers, and have done so with resilience, strength, grace, and wisdom. Their art and their words serve as so much more than just their creative expression, but allow the reader and viewer to share in their emotion, their struggle, their discovery, and their accomplishments. Some of the subject matter may be unsettling and provocative, and some material more hopeful and uplifting. My hope is that all of the creativity expressed within this book will inspire important questions, and leave a lasting impression with the reader. 

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