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…Oct 4, 2023Oct 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…Sep 29, 2023Sep 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…Sep 15, 2023Sep 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…Sep 8, 2023Sep 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…Aug 19, 2023Aug 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…Aug 15, 2023Aug 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…Jul 18, 2023Jul 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…Jul 7, 2023Jul 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…May 18, 2023May 18, 2023