Mixing painting and politics
664 views · Published 7 September 2012 · 1:46 · Indexed 8 November 2026
Channel: Washington Post · 2012 · Entertainment
Artist Andrew Purchin, a California native, traveled to both the RNC in Tampa, and the DNC in Charlotte to paint the scenes of the conventions and "campaign for art." Purchin's hope is to inspire more voters to create art for at least five minutes a day, as he believes that will lead to more reflection and involvement in politics.
