A matter of Pride: Artist Q&A with DollyPopMoods

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Drawing and painting portraits all started fittingly enough with one of Courtney Love in 1995 for Ellie Swiezynski, as she and her spouse Melissa LeClerc are big concert fans. Her early shaded pencil work has given way to vibrant acrylics on wood. Swiezynski will be displaying her work in the Pride vendor area in Veteran’s Park on June 15, the day of Manchester’s Pride parade.

A matter of Pride: Artist Q&A with DollyPopMoods

read more…: A matter of Pride: Artist Q&A with DollyPopMoods

Drawing and painting portraits all started fittingly enough with one of Courtney Love in 1995 for Ellie Swiezynski, as she and her spouse Melissa LeClerc are big concert fans. Her early shaded pencil work has given way to vibrant acrylics on wood. Swiezynski will be displaying her work in the Pride vendor area in Veteran’s Park on June 15, the day of Manchester’s Pride parade.

The Power of Murals: A canvas for community and change

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Murals are not just about aesthetics; they bring tangible benefits to communities. Studies have shown that public art can drive economic growth by attracting visitors and boosting local businesses. Cities with vibrant public art scenes often see a 20% increase in foot traffic, as murals turn ordinary streets into tourist destinations. This influx of visitors translates into economic benefits for nearby shops, restaurants, and service providers.

Why Christian denominations?

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after having similar conversations with a few teens and tweens in the youth group – who are the same generation as our son (GenZ) or the Generation following his (GenAlpha) I decided to explore this a little further. I was unable to find specific studies on any denominational bonds among younger Americans, only studies about the lack of Christian affiliation among the younger generations (which I already knew). 

It’s a bad month to be a homophobe

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Simply stated, the people who object to Pride Month are often the same people who have made Pride Month a necessity. They are also often the same people who will wrap themselves in an American flag and tout the virtues of freedom, while wanting to oppress the rights of others; or the same people who grab their Bibles and claim to be walking in the shadow Jesus, while practicing prejudice and intolerance. 

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