Big Think: Chuck Close on making art during a recession

The photo-realist painter discusses whether a bad economy breeds creativity, and ways that President Obama should help the arts.

Published February 16, 2009 11:00AM (EST)

Can Obama help the arts?  Does the recession help foster creativity?  And what was it like when Close interviewed Brad Pitt?  Learn more at Big Think.


By Salon Staff

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