AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoBody Image Politics: At Chicago’s Socialism 2026, an activist attacked diet culture as “body fascism,” arguing BMI and weight policing help sustain broader systems of control. Arts & Community: In St. Louis, Paint Louis returns with artists decorating the Mississippi River flood wall, turning public space into a living gallery. Public Art Under Pressure: Salem businesses push back after the city ordered temporary window art to be removed, saying rules threaten local character and creativity. Art as Care: Clatsop Community College’s Royal Nebeker Art Gallery launches “Thanatopsis,” a month-long show blending collage, sculpture, and collaborative altars with end-of-life doulas. Music Industry: TBWA\Media Arts Lab hires Google’s Anh Do as its first global head of music, aiming to bring music teams into creative work earlier. Cultural Heritage: Okinawan Festival in Hawaii wraps up, celebrating Okinawa-Hawaii ties and the HUOA’s 75th anniversary through music, dance, and volunteer-led community spirit. Global Culture Spotlight: Pakistan’s embassy in Doha hosts “Colours of Pakistan,” showcasing Qatar-based artists and heritage-themed painting.
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