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clothes when she first arrived. We had completely different upbringings — the way each of us viewed the world varied drastically. Newsom Doyle: I would say I see the world as very broken. Especially right now. I don't know that my work generally conveys that brokenness, but rather the hope that always shines through. At least, that is my desire. Because despite its brokenness, I think it remains beautiful, and nothing really represents both its beauty and its ugliness as humanity. Maybe that's why I love drawing the human figure and characters. I believe the story of the world is reflected in both those aspects, and each of those stories needs to be told. Q. Would you say your work is created for you or for the viewer? Kauser: My work is created for the viewer, myself, the women who inspired my work, the models, future generations of immigrants, the community and so much more! Being a Pakistani woman in America, where I can express myself through my art, has been very powerful. Each one of the stories behind my work has a universal message of strength, courage, determination, uncertainty, belonging and acceptance. That resonates with people regardless of their gender or background. I also think it's crucial for more Pakistani female artists to exist and succeed. Female artists and POC are slowly being recognized in the art world. In order to see change, it's important that young South Asian girls see someone with the same skin color as them in the art world. They need to realize at an early age that they can be future artists, there is a place for them. A visual representation of that is encouraging. Newsom Doyle: I would definitely say it's both. Drawing has been a way of life for me for as long as I can remember. The practice is something that somehow keeps me sane, keeps me centered and keeps me motivated. Much of it is motivated by my own intrinsic need to create something, but I usually have something in mind that I want people to take away, however subtle or secondary. I think most people need art in their lives to bring them encouragement, advocacy and a voice for those who don't have a way to articulate their thoughts and feelings. Reamy: I would say for the artist first. I see it, feel it and have to create it and allow it to form as other ideas develop. Yes, I think there are some images that spur ideas and feelings with viewers and some pieces just develop creatively for my eyes only. *Visit the online version of this story to read more from the artists. Go to: facebook.com/BestBranson Like The Best of Branson on Facebook for a chance to win some Really Great Prizes! This week's prize: New contest each week! facebook.com/BestBranson Like our Facebook page before 11:59 pm this Tuesday, August 18, to be entered to win... 2 Passes for a "Two-Race Package" at Xtreme Racing Center of Branson Located at 3600 West 76 Country Blvd. in Branson 1-888-270-1720 | XtremeRacingCenter.com 40 WHAT'S UP! AUGUST 16-22, 2020 PRESIDENT Brent Powers EDITOR Becca Martin-Brown 479-872-5054 bmartin@nwadg.com Twitter: NWAbecca ASSOCIATE EDITOR Jocelyn Murphy 479-872-5176 jmurphy@nwadg.com Twitter: NWAJocelyn DESIGNER Deb Harvell 479-872-5029 REPORTER Lara Hightower 479-365-2913 lhightower@nwadg.com WHAT'S What's Up! is a publication of the Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette. ON THE COVER Late Classic Navajo Dress Panels, ca. 1870s. This Navajo "Biil" dress was created by lacing together two woven panels. It was made from hand-spun wool that has been Indigo and cochineal dyed. The brilliant red coloring was made from cochineal, a small cactus-dwelling insect. It is a new addition to the collection at the Museum of Native American History in Bentonville. COURTESY PHOTO FEATURE Art Ventures Continued From Page 7