We need art and art can make the world a better place. In this talk, Lauren argues that it is important to value artists and believe in the worth of art. Lauren shares examples of how she and her favourite artists improved their communities through their artworks. Lauren Pirie is a multidisciplinary artist and freelance illustrator who has lived on rafts, in tents, and in cities (mostly), and by the ocean whenever possible. Her intricate ink drawings live somewhere outside any of these places, often floating in the feminine realm, in a place where we can confront darkness in order to let go, or harness its power to take to battle in the real world. In the real world, Lauren has painted murals in Mexico, Toronto alleys, the Facebook offices, and recently curated a live outdoor mural event. Her work has appeared in magazines, children's books, galleries, installations, and film. Outside of the studio, she works to harness creative forces and collaborate on community projects. Lauren was a co-founder and the creative director of grassroots art and environmental organization, The About Face Collective, and has collaborated and worked with organizations like Sketch, Centre for Social Innovation, Skate4Cancer, DUDEBOX and SURJ. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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