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Good & Bad Design: Durability Versus Obsolescence by Design

In Design by Zoe Nathan

It’s has been precisely a year since I last posted, and covering that span of time, four months of which were spent intermittently traveling and stationary in Europe, presents a daunting challenge. Before I touch on the highlights of my two trips to Europe last year, I’d like to delve into something which has struck me since returning: the decline of good and sensible design in production and manufacturing since the dawn of industrialization and …
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“Muse” Reception and the 40 Day Challenge

In Events, Painting, Writing by Zoe Nathan

The reception to my solo art show “Muse” at Arts Outreach Gallery this Saturday brought a steady stream of both new and familiar faces. I’m grateful that people came to the event, and that they were all fashionably late, as I finally finished prepping the space literally moments before the doors opened! I’m also very appreciative of Luis Ramirez’s expertise and help in installing the show, of Sandie Mullin’s energy and help guiding me through the …
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40 Days of Writing and Painting

In Events, Painting, Writing by Zoe Nathan

Six days ago, I decided to take on a challenge to write everyday for forty days. Today, I’ve decided to add painting to the challenge. My friend Kate Graham inspired me by creating this project for writing, and inviting others to join her and benefit from the commitment in their own way. I have chosen to publish my writings in one of four venues daily: – Here! – On my Twitter profile – On my …