On the occasion of the annual Encinitas Art Festival, April 2014 the following key note was given by Dana
Smith, Dean
of Letters & Communication Studies, Mira Costa College, San Eligo Campus. One of the five country supervisors Dave Roberts was present at this event.
I believe artists and cities have more in common than one
might think.
Artists, dancers, actors, and musicians build their
repertoire or prepare their portfolios to demonstrate the breadth and intention
of their work, just as cities establish neighborhoods that reflect the diversity
and character of their residents.
Artists and cities both have vision. Artists and performers
have a point of view or a particular perspective they wish to demonstrate, to
explore, and to share – just as cities have a vision for the kind of living
environment they wish to be, what they intend to stand for, and what they want
to be known for.
And, I believe, artists and cities both must have fortitude.
Artists and performers must never give up. With dedication and drive, they
persevere in perfecting their craft and elevating their performance. And cities
must have fortitude as they support and protect the civic values they hold dear.
MiraCosta College is proud to be a community partner with the
City of Encinitas, a vibrant home to so many talented artists and performers –
with vision and fortitude.
Dana
SmithDean
of Letters & Communication Studies
Mira Costa College
San
Elijo Campus3333 Manchester Avenue
Cardiff, CA 92007
www.miracosta.edu
Cardiff, CA 92007
www.miracosta.edu
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