A case study series at the intersection of art, society, and law, analyzing socially engaged art, intellectual property, trademark use, moral rights, and contract frameworks in the creative industries.
During a cross-country road trip, a stop in rural South Dakota led me to wonder how people build opportunity in places far from big cities. This article explores research on how social networks—not just education—shape intergenerational mobility in Iowa's rural and urban counties.
An analysis of the Bellevue Arts Museum’s 2024 closure, exploring the financial, legal, cultural, and civic dimensions behind its fall and the lessons it offers for other art institutions.
How a playful public installation relied on complex contracts, IP licenses, and maintenance agreements to become a lasting civic landmark.