Artists for Social Change
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aj viola When the rich wage war, it's the poor who die." ~Jean-Paul Sartre

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96 years old
CHICAGO, Illinois
United States



Last Login: 4/7/2009
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Generalcollaboration. discussion. making poems, photographs, and collages. light. trees. light breeze. how it feels to sneeze. working toward social progress. reflecting on process with friends, helping each other evolve. balance. beaches in winter. not relying on oil. picking vegetables. watching friends make things. motion. stillness. solitude. community. kindness.
Musicin no particular order, here are some favorite bands and solo artists: Jimi Hendrix, Lila Downs, John Lennon, Lhasa, Refugee All-Stars, Depeche Mode, Bob Dylan, NIN, Ojos de Brujo, Paul Henri, Juliana Hatfield, Rage Against the Machine, Anti-Flag, Perez Prada, John Lennon, Peter Gabriel, PJ Harvey, Compay Segundo, Eliades Ochoa, Ruben Gonzales, Spam All-Stars, Tricky, Califone, Ozomatli, the Coup, the Ramones, the Clash, Miles Davis, Cake, Fiona Apple, india.arie, James Brown, Billie Holliday, Guided by Voices, Michael Jackson (Thriller), Johnny Cash, Morphine, the Pixies

Movies




http://www.hometownbaghdad.com/http://www.prairiedustfilms.com
Television

I love the bold and brilliant closing statements by James Spader's character in Boston Legal. Here's a video clip from an episode called, "Stick It," www.boston-legal.org/19-stickit/BL-2x19-Stick-It-ClosingArguments.asx
Bookswords to turn to in times like these: "The Gift" poetry by Hafiz; "Animal Farm" by George Orwell; "The Republic of Poetry" by Martin Espada; "Poets Against the War" online collection: www.poetsagainstthewar.org/
HeroesShe or he who resists society's status quo, stands up to critics, refuses to compromise & lives true to beliefs...He or she who shuns the shiny lure of capitalism, listens, meditates, stays in motion, thinks before acting, doesn't substitute thinking for feeling, accepts responsibility for actions...Those who are not afraid to look inside or outside...People who are serious advocates for change yet aren't afraid to feel joy...
Groups: Fuck the State of the Nationopen your eyes and just seeWorld Can't Wait-drive out the Bush RegimeWCW Chicago Arts GroupDispatches from Dheisheh: Manar's letters from PalestineMilitary Recruiting at High SchoolsHave You Taken Your Anti-Bush Today?Preserve our Democracy (POD)

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Zodiac Sign:Taurus
Occupation:teaching artist, activist, graduate student



Artists for Social Change "Peace between countries must rest on the solid foundation of love between individuals." ~Mohandas Gandhi Posted at 3:38 AM Apr 7
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About me:


Artists go mad crazy when trapped and herded.

We are claustrophobic and often ignore our body's need for a proper exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide. We have great respect for our own intuition. Permanent frustration is not an option for us.

Living with a creative mind makes conformity impossible. We stink at following orders, fashions, maps.

We are always making something odd from the familiar. This makes people uncomfortable. I can live with that.

One Million Blogs for Peace To End the Iraq War Artists for Social Change is proud to be on of the 217 "Inblogurals" to have started the movement on March 20, 2007.LINK HERE & REGISTER YOUR BLOG!

Photos & other visual art:http://ajviola.myphotoalbum.com/Photos & Poems:proletariatproductions.com/ajviola
Who I'd like to meet:
creative thinkers
who can identify broken parts,
yet imagine beauty.



...painters. collage artists. poets. musicians. writers of all sorts. filmmakers. dancers. textile artists. actors. comedians. book and paper artists. sculptors. photographers. potters. graffiti artists. gardeners. farmers. chefs. carpenters. welders. orators. counselors. teachers. medical technicians. firemen. policewomen. dog walkers. scientists. baristsas. windsurfers. detectives. cyclists. sherpas...

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BunkHaus

Bunky Echo-Hawk



Apr 7 2009 3:41 AM

Diggin' the status quote!
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Depleted Uranium Kills



Apr 7 2009 3:31 AM

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Apr 7 2009 3:31 AM

Volunteers need for Art Summer Program in Gary. If you are an artist of any kind, we could use your expertise and talent with in our Organization, Live Up Art, Inc.

There are other volunteer position available, please contact Mr. Leon Fox, Executive Director at 219-882-0200 at 1010 Roosevelt Street or Ms. Shanise Kemp, Director 219-789-3654.

Thanks for your support in our community, we look forward to working with you.

**Can you donate paper, paint, art supplies, penciles, markers, folders? Anything that would make this a successful program within our community.
LIVE UP ART!

LIVE UP ART!



Apr 7 2009 3:31 AM


Stay tuned for Live Up Art, Inc. upcoming events.
Chicago Clubs

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Mar 29 2009 9:27 PM

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Mar 29 2009 9:25 PM

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The Rave welcomes WEEZER Dec 3, 2009 In Milwaukee!

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Mar 29 2009 9:25 PM

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Mar 29 2009 9:24 PM

Album release
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Mar 29 2009 9:24 PM

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Mar 29 2009 9:24 PM

Just stoppin' by too say hello and wish everyone a good one !

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The Rikters

The Rikters



Mar 29 2009 9:24 PM

The Rave welcomes WEEZER Dec 3, 2009 In Milwaukee!

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Mar 29 2009 9:23 PM

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Mar 29 2009 9:23 PM

Check this out, If you like it please share it !

I know full screen is not working with myspace ( but it works on our website www. undagroundz. com) and some of the pages shifted
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nena



Mar 29 2009 9:23 PM




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last saturday of each month, latin influenced party

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Oct 3 2008 11:42 AM

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10K Poets

10K Poets



Oct 22 2008 7:26 PM

Hi -10K Poets takes poetry submissions. Details on how to submit are on the front page. Stop by & read some of the best poets on MySpace.

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The Rikters

The Rikters



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Aug 17 2008 4:10 PM

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We've started a collaborative radio station - and we're looking for people to contribute to our output....have a look, have a listen and join up if you'd like to join in!!!

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Aug 8 2008 6:36 PM

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Jul 24 2008 4:09 AM

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Beckon Q

Beckon Q



Jul 15 2008 3:18 AM

Thanks for the add. We would love to have you stop by, say hi, and check out our new album. use this for comments We will also be playing at the Elbo Room on Saturday July 19...Come Check Us OUT! Peace, love, and all good things, Beckon Q
Bootlegger

Bootlegger



Jun 21 2008 3:59 AM



Country of the Living Dead..... Seeking and searching for the next little nibble of something tasty...

Just wanted to pass this on.... Hit up the blog, subscribe if your feeling froggy... or just plain undead.

Anyways.. Hi. Thought I'd check in.

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