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All posts tagged

artists

August 16, 2022

Why I Am Not a Painter

by John Mancini
May 17, 2022

This Woman Perfectly Illustrates What It’s Like to Have No Artistic Abilities Whatsoever

by Robin Zlotnick
March 30, 2022

I’m Vincent Van Gogh, and I Painted That Way Because I Knew It Would Look Really Sweet on a Mousepad

by Audrey Burges
December 29, 2021

I Am the Designer of This Restaurant’s Outdoor Seating Space, and This Is My Artist’s Statement

by Simon Henriques
May 11, 2021

The Thin Blue Line Flag: The Artist’s FAQ

by Harry McAlister
February 23, 2021

Will Hunting on Why He Shouldn’t Get an MFA

by Jimmy Chen
January 19, 2021

As a White Man, I Say Separate the Art from the Artist

by Fiona Taylor
July 27, 2020

Crag, You Are Canceled

by Bob Vulfov
December 12, 2019

Beaver of Fine Arts: Cuffing Season

by Julie Reneé Benda
November 13, 2019

Beaver of Fine Arts: Sink Or Swim

by Julie Reneé Benda

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November 10, 2022

A Parent’s Typical Day, as Envisioned by My Child’s Preschool

by Ruyi Wen
November 15, 2022

I’m Wearing Tunics Now

by Wendi Aarons
November 17, 2022

I’m a Middle School Boy, and I Refuse to Wear Anything but Basketball Shorts in the Winter

by Emily Menez
October 25, 2022

If I Emailed My Parents Like Democrats Email Me

by Sarah Gruen and Chandler Dean

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December 1, 2022

How to Hate a Jew Like a Jew

by Josh Gondelman
December 1, 2022

I’m Quitting My Job as a Medieval Serf to Pursue My Passion

by Angus Duffin
November 30, 2022

Here’s My Feedback on Your Writing. Thank You for Trusting Me with Your Work

by Leslie Ylinen
November 30, 2022

As the Oldest Person in this American Eagle Store, What’s My Duty in the Event of an Active Shooter?

by Hallie Pritts