Motivation & the Lack of Substance

Four years ago, my eyes were glued to the television as I awaited the announcement of John Kerry’s nomination for President by the Democratic National Convention in Boston. My hands were busy laying paint to canvas as I worked on the “War Flags” series

I remember seeing Barack Obama for the first time, hearing him orate the first of two (now phenomenally historic) speeches to the DNC. I was so inspired, I wanted my work to represent the energy and vigor of the times. I knew the country was in for a big change.

But we failed to support John Kerry.

Last night, Barack Obama returned to the Democratic National Convention, this time in Denver. This time as the nominated candidate for President of the United States of America. I am feeling even more empowered. More hopeful. More proud than ever. But I have nothing to show for it. Too busy. Too poor. Too lazy to want anything to do with documenting the times. I should probably kick myself into high gear, before I regret it.

Obama Accepts Nomination