The conversation covers Monica's journey as an artist and activist, her transition from law to art, the societal pressures faced by immigrant families, the power of art as activism and healing, creating safe spaces for artists, her high school experience and identity, involvement in artistic performance and improv, and her journey into tarot. Monica shares her experiences, challenges, and the intersection of art, activism, and personal identity. The conversation covers a range of themes, including the intersection of art and activism, the importance of legal protection for artists, and the expression of authentic and whole selves through art. It also delves into the significance of community support, the balance between art and activism, and the upcoming projects and milestones in the artist's career.

You can find more about Mónica here:

Website: Mónica Mendoza-Cawthon

Instagram: Móni La Artivista

Takeaways

• Art as a form of activism and social change
• The integration of art, activism, and personal identity Courage in artistic expression
• Activism in art
• Subtle activism in art
• Challenging the status quo
• Artists as influencers
• Supporting activist movements
• Pro bono art activities
• Sustaining joy in art
• Community support
• Preventing burnout
• Upcoming movie projects
• Personal and community milestones
• Embracing non-traditional femininity
• Exploring dark feminine qualities
• Embracing one's whole self
• Breaking out of societal molds
• Importance of legal protection
• Challenges in the art world
• Setting boundaries with contracts
• Navigating legal protection in art
• Personal theme song choice
• Artistic expression through music

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Queer Art Exhibition
• 05:00 Cultural and Societal Pressures
• 10:09 Creating Spaces for Artists
• 18:57 Journey into Tarot
• 47:00 Theme Song of Artistic Experience