Art imitates Life

Isn't it interesting when you open up the paper (or web page) and see that art is imitating life? I know that that is one of the ways that artists have of making their artwork contemporary or meaningful. Usually there is some commentary attached, or other message, but without some tie to our life, the commentary is, at best, quickly forgotten, and at worst, completely meaningless.

But it's particularly amazing when it is so personal. Take this weeks Doonesbury, for instance (I know, not high art, and more political/social commentary, but still...)






This is personally relevant. You see, I was laid off yesterday. I know it's not something that my boss, or her boss wanted to do. And I really appreciate that the two of them wanted to do it in person. I also know that wasn't the only one, and that things aren't very happy back there right now. I know that they are class A people stuck with dealing with an economic reality that just isn't good right now.