Mary FisherKeeping On“There are moments in our lives, as individuals and as institutions, when we grow weary of the work to which we’re called. The biggest…1 min read·Oct 4, 2023----
Mary FisherThe Power of Community“The power of community, you know, is largely the power of communication. It is the voice of the neighbor who calls to be sure you’re well…1 min read·Sep 29, 2023----
Mary FisherReturning to the AshesIt was thirty years ago today, a hot September Sunday in Birmingham, Alabama. I’d been invited to deliver the memorial sermon at the 16th…5 min read·Sep 15, 2023----
Mary FisherCollaborative Creativity“The long-standing image of the lonely artist wasting away in obscure isolation is a bit overdone. Not all artists are recognized; some are…1 min read·Sep 8, 2023----
Mary FisherA MessageIt has come around again. Today in 1992, I took to the podium at the Republican National Convention and spoke my truth in the face of the…1 min read·Aug 19, 2023----
Mary FisherLiving Proof“I’m living proof that we do not need to suffer the fear that life has no meaning, that we have no value. I’ve had the feeling, but I’ve…2 min read·Aug 15, 2023----
Mary FisherThe Rub“I never want to say that I love art more than I love anything else, because it isn’t true. I love my children, and I would give up my art…2 min read·Jul 18, 2023----
Mary FisherMy Art, My Voice“I don’t know what I’ve done for the world of art, but I know what art has done for me. It has given me a voice with which I can speak…1 min read·Jul 7, 2023----
Mary FisherWords, Words, WordsI’ve wondered lately if I’m the only one who feels like language is failing us. We have words — Lord knows, we have lots and lots of words…3 min read·May 18, 2023----