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#1. Why does Arnold draw? What is the power of creative expression? (Ms. T.)

Arnold loves to draw, and he draws in order to express himself and free himself from the daily challenges of reservation life. In “The Black-Eye-of-the-Month Club” Arnold explains that because he is regularly bullied, he is safer staying inside. When he is inside he reads or draws. Arnold draws because words are “too unpredictable” and “too limited” (Alexie 5). Drawing allows Arnold to communicate with anyone and everyone. He explains, “When you draw a picture, everybody can understand it” (Alexie 5). It isn’t necessary to speak the same language as the artist in order to appreciate his/her art. Drawing also gives Arnold a sense of importance and power. Because of physical differences, he often feels marginalized and powerless. Drawing serves as a way to escape these feelings. Arnold dreams that his artwork may be his ticket out of the reservation. In a sense he uses art to escape. He notes that many rich and famous people of color are artists, and he hopes that one day he could use his art to achieve similar successes. Drawing is a creative outlet for Arnold that allows him to feel free.



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