Recording is done in an echoing space, has hum and buzz, crackling noise, muffled speech, and overall low sound quality. Channel balance fluctuates. Recording begins with previews about Artists Equity Association's conference lectures such as designing an artist's studio, and assertiveness in social interaction. Recording of David C. Driskell's scholarly lecture begins Side 01 00:18:12, and continues on Side 02. Lecture topic is balancing one's life as an artist, aspects of being an artist, and appreciation of art in the American society. Audience questions are included.
Citation:
David C. Driskell. Lecture, "Balancing an artist's life", 1982 June 9. Eleanor Dickinson papers, 1947-2014. Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.
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Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution Washington, D.C. 20560