I believe good art, good poetry, and true mythology communicates, without our knowing it, that life is not just a series of insulated, unrelated events. The great truths—when they can be visualized in images—reveal deep patterns, and reveal that we are a part of them. That deeply heals us, and it largely happens beneath our conscious awareness. A great story pulls us inside of a cosmic story.
David Weidman 1921 - 2014 an American animator, animation artist and silkscreen print artist known for his mid-century modern works, including posters, prints and ceramics. Weidman began his career in animation as a background artist during the 1950s and 1960s. During his later life, Weidman's silkscreens were featured in the sets of the AMC television series, Mad Men, which revived interest in his work. In 2010, the Los Angeles Times referred to Weidman as possibly "the most famous unknown artist."
1950 illustration by Joan Martin May by totallymystified
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For the story A Simple Act Of Justice by Jerome Weidman. From Good Housekeeping magazine.
i love how in assassins (as in real life) booth is fixated on the idea of being a modern-day brutus, but by the end of the play he's become cassius. manipulating oswald by preying on his insecurities and fears and ego. the julius caesar parallels in that scene are so distinctive they have to be intentional. he knows what role he's playing because of course he does