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At the end of 2024, artist Amy Kligman left her executive director role to create her own opportunities by identifying gaps in the Kansas City arts ecosystem. She launched Special Effects gallery to make local artists more nationally visible and the Salon for Possible Futures, an artwork that doubles as a community gathering space. We discuss how Amy navigates risk and uncertainty, measures success in experimental projects, and uses art to build empathy and human connection during politically volatile times.
RELEVANT LINKS:
Amy Kligman: https://www.amykligman.com/
Amy Kligman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amykligman/
Special Effects Gallery: https://www.instagram.com/specialfxgallery
The Salon for Possible Futures: https://www.nermanmuseum.org/exhibitions/2025-03-28-amy-kligman.html
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At the end of 2024, artist Amy Kligman left her executive director role to create her own opportunities by identifying gaps in the Kansas City arts ecosystem. She launched Special Effects gallery to make local artists more nationally visible and the Salon for Possible Futures, an artwork that doubles as a community gathering space. We discuss how Amy navigates risk and uncertainty, measures success in experimental projects, and uses art to build empathy and human connection during politically volatile times.
RELEVANT LINKS:
Amy Kligman: https://www.amykligman.com/
Amy Kligman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amykligman/
Special Effects Gallery: https://www.instagram.com/specialfxgallery
The Salon for Possible Futures: https://www.nermanmuseum.org/exhibitions/2025-03-28-amy-kligman.html
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