From 2020-2025 I did not make art. I wrote things, learned to sew, I learned to weave, but these were projects I did to reconnect with myself after feeling anxiety about putting art out into the world. During this time, I tried to get a ‘real job’ and financial security. I call this my era of ‘Normal Guy Performance Art.’ So I guess I was making art after all. There is no formal documentation of this time, or these performances (however, I’m curious if I created an inventory of my social media posts during that time, would that count for something?)

I am including this because I want to give you permission to take the time you need to take. This is an ongoing project. Maybe it is for you too. Let’s call this project “Permission Slip.” If you would like me to write you a permission slip to take the time you need to take, email me at deetsalex@gmail.com