DEAR
Dear Jasper,
Dear Jasper,
Already everybody wants to know what you’re thinking about the Columbia arts scene. The word on Columbia arts? Well, say it; we’re listening.
“As one gets older one sees many more paths that could be taken.” -Jasper Johns
I’m sure I speak on behalf of lots of Columbia artists and art aficionados when I say Jasper has a cool voice. Not gushy, not afraid of a slightly different viewpoint, not like anything else, really. Kind of like sitting next to a friend who’s good with words, educated about what’s going on and pretty darned friendly. With more heads than the Hydra, Jasper seems to find all the most happening events in music, dance, visual art, theatre and writing – and Jasper, you’re an astute observer. A quick glance at “Who is Jasper?” reveals the reason. The editors individually are a remarkable lot, and together they’re downright impressive. Kudos to Ms. Boiter for assembling such a dream team.
Blessings, Al Black
Dear Jasper,
Dear Jasper,
From my casual observation of the political landscape, it seems to me there is a coordinated assault from the fringe right wing on several important institutions in America. They include, but are not limited to, Planned Parenthood, Unions, Reproductive Rights, and Public Education. These attacks are obviously being coordinated by think tanks with talking points, and are funded by multi-billionaires who are out to subjugate the middle class. But, to me, the most curious attack of all is the attack on the Arts.
Thank you for existing! The arts scene in the Midlands is booming, and having a stellar publication such as Jasper will further fuel the growth of our fantastic progressive culture.
Our governor, who does not appear to be capable of thinking up a course of action on her own, recently launched an attack on funding for the Arts and educational television.
Hooray!
Is it possible that Jasper Magazine might try to peel back the layers of this onion and find out what is really going on here? Certainly our governor does not actually hate ETV, given that she tried to cut a deal to fund it but make it look as if she was actually cutting it out.
We’re all rooting for you, and are eagerly anticipating the advent of your first hard copy. Pull up a chair, Jasper, and offer us one of those beers! Cheers! Paul Kaufmann
Love and kisses, Tracie Broom
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May I join with the Greater Columbia Arts Community in welcoming its newest literary flower.The beauty of a flower garden evolves from the diversity of its flowers and the beauty of our arts community evolves in part from the diversity of its media. Our creative arts community is blessed with the formation of a new arts magazine, Jasper Magazine – The Word on Columbia Arts. May Jasper take root in the arts garden of Columbia and flourish.