Art By James Turrell

James Turrell is a gay artist from New York City. He created this mural which currently stands at the "Santa Fe University of Art and Design." Turrell is part of the organization The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, which has voiced it's objection to war, violence, and the way that homosexuals are treated in the military.

I really liked this piece of art because it is simple in its design, but it sends a beautiful message. I love that it says "Eyes Open" and "Mind Open." The idea of having your mind open refers to not having an issue with homosexuals in the military, and not automatically believe everything the media says about what goes on with the military. Keep your eyes open represents the fact that you should see things for yourself before you make a decision on how you feel, and the "make art not war" section is probably my favorite. Just suggesting an alternative to death and violence. That is my interpretation of the mural.
Maybe yours is a little different? One of my favorite things about this piece is that it can probably be interpreted in more ways than one, that's what makes it so interesting.

-Crystal Feska-