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Policing the Sacred: Art and Censorship Panel features Shirin Neshat.

Posted on June 28, 2011 by Heidi Rettig

Last spring, I attended a fascinating talk during the College Art Association meetings in New York City. The session, “Policing the Sacred,” was organized by the National Coalition Against Censorship but I can honestly say that I flew out there … Continue reading →

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Feedback Helps You Create Your Best Work.

Posted on April 25, 2011 by Heidi Rettig

Over the years, I’ve observed that there are two things that productive, financially-successful artists do very well: 1) They ask for feedback on their work-in-progress; and 2) They listen to and incorporate that feedback into the next draft.   If … Continue reading →

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Rennie Harris Puremovement at the Kimmel Center

Posted on April 14, 2011 by Heidi Rettig

Rennie Harris Puremovement will premiere a new work on Friday, April 15th at the Kimmel Center in Philadelphia. On Monday, I had the opportunity to sit and watch the company in rehearsal at the Philadanco studios. It was rare air. … Continue reading →

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Why Don’t Museums Allow Visitors to Take Photos?

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Heidi Rettig

Last week, I visited several museums in Houston, Texas. Both had strict policies that prohibit visitors from taking photos of the work on display. As one of the social media obsessed, I always push it. I take photos when no … Continue reading →

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How to Be Famous: Become a Product.

Posted on May 27, 2010 by Heidi Rettig

The sad truth about fame is that it often has very little to do with your talent. OK. It is a *little bit* about your talent, but more about how effectively you manage to sell yourself as a “product” to … Continue reading →

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Art turns to ice in Central Hillside public art project

Posted on February 17, 2010 by Heidi Rettig

Nice coverage by the Duluth News-Tribune about the collaborative art project included in the arts-based revitalization plan created by Heidi Rettig & Associates. http://www.duluthnewstribune.com/event/article/id/160547/ Published February 17 2010 Art turns to ice in Central Hillside public art project Cigarette butts, … Continue reading →

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