SLOW ART DAY

What is Slow Art Day?

Officially it is an international event founded by Phyl Terry. (slowartday.com) I don’t know Phyl Terry. I’ve never met them. I know little to nothing about them. I just know I agree with the model, spirit and focus of the event. On Slow Art Day you set aside two hours of your time. You observe an exhibition of Art, SLOWLY (and quietly) with others for the first hour and for the second hour you talk with each other about the Art you just observed…over a meal or drinks or snacks or coffee or whatever. The conversation is usually facilitated by someone who has previous knowledge of the Art exhibit you just observed. Some venues charge a cover, others don’t. Some people celebrate in private homes, others in public spaces. The rules aren’t strict. There are just two:  

1.) Look at Art SLOWLY and quietly…