Fayetteville musician and activist Donna Mulhollan crafts to raise awareness about critical issues including climate change and social justice. We visit her studio to observe the discipline known as craftivism, and gather insight from University of Arkansas art historian John Blakinger who specializes in aesthetics and politics. Ozark Folkways in Winslow is hosting a panel discussion, featuring Mulhollan, who will discuss craftivism Saturday October 15th at 1:30pm as part of a two-day Folkways Fiber Fest.
Ozark Craftivist Displays Altruism
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Craftivist Donna Mulhollan needle felts iconic birds, including this critically endangered Siberian Crane.
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Mulhollan crafts imagery as a way to express her Saami-American roots.
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Mulhollan needle felted a portrait of climate activist Greta Thunberg.
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Mulhollan crafts in Barefoot Bird Studio located on Mt. Sequoyah.
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Mulhollan needle felted an homage to polar bears impacted by the global climate crisis.
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Donna Mulhollan outside her studio cabin at Mt. Sequoyah Center in Fayetteville.
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