A SPOTLIGHT ON PHILLY IMAGINATION AND CREATIVITY
ISSUE ONE COMING SOON!
DIGEST MAGAZINE is here to change that. Our mission is to spotlight the incredible talent and creativity flourishing within Germantown’s borders. By curating a platform that showcases the neighborhood’s diverse artistic expressions, we aim to bridge the gap between the local community and the broader art world.
FEATURE ARTICLE
Philadelphia: A City That Devours Its Own Artists?: (Cover Illustration W.I.P. Part 1)
Philadelphia, the “City of Brotherly Love,” has long been a haven for artists. From the revolutionary murals that grace the city to world-renowned Barnes Foundation, the city’s identity has been built on artistic expression. But with the recent closure of the University of the Arts (UArts), a cornerstone arts institution, a harsh reality is being laid bare: does Philadelphia exploit the very artists who fuel its cultural vibrancy and tourism dollars?
A Hollow Promise of Artistic Cultivation: The recent implosion of UArts, leaving nearly 1,100 students in the lurch, paints a grim picture. This closure, on the heels of low enrollment and an undisclosed financial crisis, suggests a systematic neglect of the artistic ecosystem in Philadelphia.
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HOPALONG CAMANSHII BOOK 2
A continuation of a story I started over 15 years ago is being remixed with new ideas and adventures.