The Spark
"Ms. Tik" visited the Fireplace and recorded a podcast episode about artists, change, and community, featuring a conversation with Abby Rampone.
An ode to artists and a fireplace in Chicago
When you find yourself walking through a dark time, artists are the ones who will light your way through. We need those sensitive souls who protect the spark of creativity in themselves and use it to warm up their communities.
So, why do so many artists find themselves isolated, struggling, and barely scraping by?
This week, I spent a few days with a little community in Hyde Park. The Fireplace is a sanctuary that values activism, artists, and spiritual seekers.
In this episode, I have a cup of tea with Abby, a resident of the community, and share an ode to artists.