have said about
my readings, talks, and slideshows:
“A gem of a visiting artist. Howard was thoughtful, humorous and sensitive to the needs of our students. I am already trying to figure out a way to bring Howard back to campus in the future.”
David Steiling, Professor of Literature and Liberal Arts
Ringling School of Art and Design
“The artist who can explain himself so lucidly remains rare.”
Paul Buhle, Senior Lecturer
History and American Civilization Departments
Brown University
“[Howard] delivered an amazing lecture accompanied by an audiovisual presentation where he discussed both general and particular aspects of the medium. He is an outstanding speaker — clear, insightful, and highly entertaining.”
Jose Villarrubia, Illustrator, Photographer, and Professor of Illustration
Maryland Institute College of Art
“With the critical acclaim of Stuck Rubber Baby, we knew that Howard Cruse the author had a great deal to offer. The presentation of Howard Cruse the speaker, however, exceeded all expectations, daring his audience to question their own attitudes and presuppositions.”
Brian McCarthy, Former Coordinator
Berkshire County Safe Schools Network in Pittsfield, MA
“Compelling and challenging! Cruse is not just a gifted artist and writer; he is a tremendously engaging public speaker whose work speaks to many concerns, particularly the ways in which black, women’s and gay political struggles have historically overlapped and strengthened each other.”
Minette Estevez, English Department
Nassau State Community College
“Cruse’s penetrating observations sear the heart and at the same time cover that burn with the balm of gentle humor. He is a thoughtful artist whose presentation is so beguiling that he could get the most stubborn intellectual to start having creative ideas without even being aware of it.”
William Hood, Professor of Art History / Chair, Department of Art
Oberlin College in Oberlin, OH
“Engaging. Stimulating. Entertaining. In short, a total crowd-pleaser.”
Steve Solomos, Proprietor
The Beguiling, Toronto, ON
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