Again reminding students to submit art, as there are still no entries in the submission box. Particularly trying to convince people that since we are accepting ALL work, to just take a liiiiiittle bit of time to create something for Project Winterfood -- it is helpful for the show, promoting the cause, and the students as well, since they can add it to their list of show credits.
However, on the flip side of that coin, we have been asked to submit photo documentation of our art pieces for the promotional pieces in RVA news and magazine articles. I find myself echoing similar sentiments listed above (not too much effort to snap a photo, would be great exposure, promotion, and being able to list my work as being featured in the article/write-up), I was unable to complete my art pieces in time to submit the photo documentation. Alas.
So What?
Even if people know something is for a good cause (external), can benefit themselves, and doesn't need to take too much effort, it can still be difficult to get people to act. This is definitely a challenge that activist group organizers probably encounter quite often. They have to try to catch people's attention (among the millions of other messages people are bombarded with constantly), inform people in a way they will understand, and try to prompt them to action. Being on the both sides of trying to get people to do something that is for a good cause and will benefit them, I realize how difficult it can be.
Now What?
I guess the main thing I'm taking away from this is to try to reach as many people as possible. That way out of the large group of people interested, there will be a higher percentage of people who are actually moved to act. The more people acting, the larger the movement gets, and then the more people to learn about a cause and join. Even if people aren't able to submit work at this time, most people do intend to come check out the show. Of course, we will have to continually remind them, since... that's what you have to do, hah.
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