Her work is exploding now. And rightfully so. You can see the level of craftsmanship and introspective on display here. Kudos as well to her children for helping keep the legacy alive, they seem to have done an excellent job.
the love her children have for her work could bring me to tears , even if the world can’t see you… your own flesh trying to understand the history and influence of your work??? incredible . all i could ever want too .
I loved her kid's comments. They really fleshed out her existence for our understanding. I like their insights, like how her son said he got so used to guests coming through the door frequently. I like how her daughter was interested in her mom's Japanese life before coming to America. Cool kids. 😊
One of her children said she could thrived on just a few hours of sleep and packed as much as she can in a day. So she can create…I’m so impressed that she doesn’t limit herself to being a sculptor but also she draws, paints, does printmaking,…as well as attending to her six children, gardening…teaching. What a life filled to the capacity!!!
i went to ruth asawa san francisco school of the arts class of 2014. growing up in SF we were exposed to her work in elementary, taught some wire looping techniques in art class, and had a pride when the school was named after her. but i never knew this much of her story! what an incredible life. truly inspirational and maybe my longest-standing inspirational artists, 25+ years being absolutely mesmerized by the wire lace sculptures. truly a legend, RIP miss asawa, rest in timelessness or maybe don't rest at all (;
@larsphilipsonisaac7164 i think it's mostly a learn by observing/doing thing because her method is i believe protected in some way. i couldn't find a video on how to do it. that said, my brother remembers (he made more wire pieces than me, i was more of a friendship breacelet soft materials girl) maybe i can poke him to make a tutorial
That's a really cool personal connection to share. It must have been special to grow up with her work and legacy woven into your school experience like that. Her story is so powerful, and it's amazing how her art continues to captivate for decades. Thanks for adding that perspective
Someone I know had Ruth as a substitute teacher at SotA! They had nothing but amazing things to say about her and said she also taught the students tai chi which is so wholesome
I’m not sure how this got to me or even why I clicked play but I’m damn glad I did. A nice deposit to restoring my faith in humanity in these all too ugly times.
She was a truly remarkable human being. Her art is so unique and special. I can’t properly express how much so. And even still, the part that impresses me the most about her, is the view her children have of her. For her to be as productive in life as she was, as dedicated to her art, as innovative, and seemingly still be just as present with her children, is truly a feat. She continually impresses and inspires me. Beautiful documentary on her.
starting today, I will pursue to make it my best day. I will no longer allow depression, artificial and materialistic yearnings to dictate my life, I will trust the earth to keep me alive as long as I am able to. With unconditional love, after many many months of research for the divine and looking within and beating myself up for not finding the right path, everything has led, finally to this understanding, to let it be and to be one with the world entirely.
Her children have kept their parents' home beautifully!! i'm inspired by artists who are also parents. im constantly caught between the need to create and earn a sustainable income for my family. Seeing Asawa was able to do it for decades gives me hope!
Where in Noe Valley is this home? I would love to walk past it to honor Ruth Asawa. I once lived in Noe Valley and I am an artist as well, so I feel connected to her. I wish I had known more about her when I lived there because I was familiar with several of her artworks in the public domain.
A wonderful, fantastic artist. A wonderful caregiver for children. A beautiful person, a beautiful woman, and the beautiful art she created. I AM DELIGHTED. I'VE BEEN LIVING WITH ART FOR YEARS AND I HAVE NEVER MET SUCH A WONDERFUL, CREATIVE ARTIST. THANK YOU.❤❤❤❤❤👍👋👋👋👋👋
I have loved her work for many years. I thank my sons former teacher for a field trip which introduced me to this wonderful, dynamic, superb artist. Every time I see her work I notice something different or it looks new. I can never have enough photographs of her work from the museum. I'm so inspired by this super star women. Thank you to her family for sharing her story and beautiful art with us again. I feel so blessed. I would love to have 1% of her talent. As a minority woman I know how it feels to be seen for your work and not your skin tone. ❤❤ Thanks MOMA! This made my day! I'll be back to visit. 😊
Her work truly does keep revealing new layers every time we look. It's amazing how art can connect us across different experiences and still feel so personal. That field trip introduction sounds like such a meaningful moment. Here's to many more inspiring visits!
Ruth Asawa has changed my focus and my life. I find her art incredibly moving. The wire sculptures are mesmerizing. Truly a gifted artist and an amazing human being.
That's such a wonderful connection to have! It must have been amazing to learn how to see the world through his eyes. Those kinds of lessons are truly special.
What a powerful lesson of art, industry, perseverance, inventiveness...the list continues on. This video is essential for students to see for many reasons, but mainly for a cue as to how their time might be productively spent growing their own unique vision, talents, and purpose.
SO excited to see this. Ruth Asawa is one of my all time favourite artists and now it is so wonderful to see a little of her family life too. Thank you. And what a world it was then to have Black Mountain College.
Ruth Asawa's work is truly inspiring, and it's great to see more personal glimpses shared. Black Mountain College was such a unique and creative place in art history.
Absolutely love finding out about this Ruth Asawa, whom I had never heard of before. So inspirational!! Beautiful thoughtful pieces, embody a lifetime of generosity
Simply put, Ruth Asawa was no less than a genius! I love her art and her great personality. She still lives through what she did, elevating the creative human spirit!
I admire the strong women of East Asia. Thanks to you, I’ve discovered another artist - thank you so much. Being an artist feels like an outward explosion while simultaneously turning inward.❤
Wow! What a huge big soul...her large view of life, overflowed endlessly and will continue to do... through her beautiful children and of course her work!
Gracias Por Dar A Conocer A Esta Gran Artista Y Mujer..Increíble Su Alto Nivel De Arte y Creatividad En Todas Las Areas De La Expresión Artística..Gracias Por Este Video.
Ms Asawa is an inspiration. She teaches by example. She constantly moves gracefully and doesn't stop or worry or feel the tension of competition. I love how she lives.
What an incredible woman and line of work she leaves behind. Her story is so important for many reasons. I remember the first time I saw her work, I gasped and was mesmerized. I can still see it. Now.
As a Nisei myself (half like her kids), nothing makes me more proud than to see this. She was a whirlwind of creation and gave us all the tools we need to carry art forward.
YES! The Ruth Asawa exhibition visited Stavanger, Norway in 2023 - stunning to see, and there was a thrilling open panel discussion about many aspects of her life that enabled me to develop my own work on patterns of creativity in the mind and body over various stages of our growth and development. I'm eternally grateful, to her work in general, and those curating and exhibiting her work and life story.
What a wonderfully talented artist who raised an amazing family who can pass down her legacy. Absolutely love her artwork, her spirit, her family and this video. Thank you ❤🕊️
Ma'am Asawa has taught me that an artist is a human that teaches humanity to other humans. This tribute has touched me to my core.
That's such a beautiful way to put it. Her legacy really does remind us all of the profound connection art can create between people.
real
Made connections ✨wow
❤
"Make forms with a line that doesn't steal the air from anyone." Beautiful forms, beautiful human.
Beautiful forms indeed, and a lovely way to think about design that respects everyone's space.
Her work is exploding now. And rightfully so. You can see the level of craftsmanship and introspective on display here. Kudos as well to her children for helping keep the legacy alive, they seem to have done an excellent job.
So hot right now.
The level of introspective on display is insane
Her craftsmanship really is incredible, and it's so inspiring to see her legacy being carried forward with such care.
Spectacular. A seed in the ground. She was the end result. A life worth living. Mahalo.
How is her art exploding now?
the love her children have for her work could bring me to tears , even if the world can’t see you… your own flesh trying to understand the history and influence of your work??? incredible . all i could ever want too .
That's such a beautiful way to put it. Seeing that kind of legacy and understanding within a family is truly incredible. It really is everything.
I loved her kid's comments. They really fleshed out her existence for our understanding. I like their insights, like how her son said he got so used to guests coming through the door frequently. I like how her daughter was interested in her mom's Japanese life before coming to America. Cool kids. 😊
Thank you for making this artist known to me ❤
Aside from the images, the narrative and the sculptures the music soundtrack is wonderful. Really loved this documentary of a very special artist.
Another example of the beauty of diversity in this country and why people should be allowed to flourish and just to BE.
☝️☝🏻☝🏼☝🏿☝🏿🤲👍
google and watch Somali Waltz
If only we could all be Japanese 😊 not all cultures are equal sadly
@charlottevan19what is that supposed to mean?
@bunnygurlri6486I think it is meant to be a compliment.
One of her children said she could thrived on just a few hours of sleep and packed as much as she can in a day. So she can create…I’m so impressed that she doesn’t limit herself to being a sculptor but also she draws, paints, does printmaking,…as well as attending to her six children, gardening…teaching. What a life filled to the capacity!!!
i went to ruth asawa san francisco school of the arts class of 2014. growing up in SF we were exposed to her work in elementary, taught some wire looping techniques in art class, and had a pride when the school was named after her. but i never knew this much of her story! what an incredible life. truly inspirational and maybe my longest-standing inspirational artists, 25+ years being absolutely mesmerized by the wire lace sculptures. truly a legend, RIP miss asawa, rest in timelessness or maybe don't rest at all (;
That sounds so interesting. Would you have any idea of where to learn how to wire loop? Love to try it. And I’m a farm worker , lots of wire!
❤so well you expressed about her ❤
@larsphilipsonisaac7164 i think it's mostly a learn by observing/doing thing because her method is i believe protected in some way. i couldn't find a video on how to do it.
that said, my brother remembers (he made more wire pieces than me, i was more of a friendship breacelet soft materials girl) maybe i can poke him to make a tutorial
That's a really cool personal connection to share. It must have been special to grow up with her work and legacy woven into your school experience like that. Her story is so powerful, and it's amazing how her art continues to captivate for decades. Thanks for adding that perspective
Someone I know had Ruth as a substitute teacher at SotA! They had nothing but amazing things to say about her and said she also taught the students tai chi which is so wholesome
we need a motion picture adaptation of her story she's fascinating
yeah ; she got me with the 5-6 kids…
i had no idea i can have children and continue my workday 😅. inspiring
I’m not sure how this got to me or even why I clicked play but I’m damn glad I did. A nice deposit to restoring my faith in humanity in these all too ugly times.
Me too
Me three.
Me fouuurrrr ❤
My heart expanded hearing her voice
She was a truly remarkable human being. Her art is so unique and special. I can’t properly express how much so. And even still, the part that impresses me the most about her, is the view her children have of her. For her to be as productive in life as she was, as dedicated to her art, as innovative, and seemingly still be just as present with her children, is truly a feat. She continually impresses and inspires me. Beautiful documentary on her.
This was a delight, thank you.
What a tremendous gift this video is. I feel so enriched by knowing more about this remarkable woman. Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed the video too! It's amazing to learn about such inspiring people together.
A life well lived.
I'm in awe of Asawa's art and humanity. Thanks for this inspiring glimpse of her world.
We saw at the Moma. One of the best exhibitions! Her soul is still there with us. She carried into the museum. ❤ Thank you MOMA.
That sounds like a truly moving experience. It's amazing how art can make an artist's presence feel so alive and close.
starting today, I will pursue to make it my best day. I will no longer allow depression, artificial and materialistic yearnings to dictate my life, I will trust the earth to keep me alive as long as I am able to. With unconditional love, after many many months of research for the divine and looking within and beating myself up for not finding the right path, everything has led, finally to this understanding, to let it be and to be one with the world entirely.
Her children have kept their parents' home beautifully!! i'm inspired by artists who are also parents. im constantly caught between the need to create and earn a sustainable income for my family. Seeing Asawa was able to do it for decades gives me hope!
Where in Noe Valley is this home? I would love to walk past it to honor Ruth Asawa. I once lived in Noe Valley and I am an artist as well, so I feel connected to her. I wish I had known more about her when I lived there because I was familiar with several of her artworks in the public domain.
A wonderful, fantastic artist. A wonderful caregiver for children. A beautiful person, a beautiful woman, and the beautiful art she created. I AM DELIGHTED. I'VE BEEN LIVING WITH ART FOR YEARS AND I HAVE NEVER MET SUCH A WONDERFUL, CREATIVE ARTIST. THANK YOU.❤❤❤❤❤👍👋👋👋👋👋
I hope my kids feel that way about me one day ❤ what a joy
A great Artist. Under appreciated. That must change.
Ode to Ruth Asawa, her art and to her vibe to a neighborhood and to the world.
As a mathematician i am amazed.
I saw her sculptures several years ago at the National Museum of Women in the Arts. So beautiful 🤩
I have loved her work for many years. I thank my sons former teacher for a field trip which introduced me to this wonderful, dynamic, superb artist. Every time I see her work I notice something different or it looks new. I can never have enough photographs of her work from the museum. I'm so inspired by this super star women. Thank you to her family for sharing her story and beautiful art with us again. I feel so blessed. I would love to have 1% of her talent. As a minority woman I know how it feels to be seen for your work and not your skin tone. ❤❤ Thanks MOMA! This made my day! I'll be back to visit. 😊
Her work truly does keep revealing new layers every time we look. It's amazing how art can connect us across different experiences and still feel so personal. That field trip introduction sounds like such a meaningful moment. Here's to many more inspiring visits!
Ms Asawa does Amazing work and my Friend is Married to her Grand Daughter
I love her. Art, personality, philosophy of life. From the first day when I attended an exhibition in Oxford and saw her art and felt her spirit.
Her art really does have a special way of touching people. It's amazing how a single exhibition can leave such a lasting impression.
Ruth Asawa has changed my focus and my life. I find her art incredibly moving. The wire sculptures are mesmerizing. Truly a gifted artist and an amazing human being.
That house looks so breathable and full of life
my grandfather was an artist, art teacher, and friend of Asawa in San Francisco. He was always showing me how to look at things :)
That's such a wonderful connection to have! It must have been amazing to learn how to see the world through his eyes. Those kinds of lessons are truly special.
Can you tell us what he told you on how to look at things?
I love her work. Thank you to her children fir sharing their genius of a Mother
Man, I'm inspired, chastised, and humbled.
this blew me away. so inspiring
Didnt know her before this video. Fascinating person, her work looks really amazing!!
I had never heard of her before either. I wonder did she write about art too?
What a fertile mind. Extraordinary artist, woman and mother.❤
What a wonderful person.
Nunca olvidaré la primera vez que vi una obra de Ruth Asawa, desde ese momento se volvió una de mis artistas favoritas.
What a powerful lesson of art, industry, perseverance, inventiveness...the list continues on. This video is essential for students to see for many reasons, but mainly for a cue as to how their time might be productively spent growing their own unique vision, talents, and purpose.
SO excited to see this. Ruth Asawa is one of my all time favourite artists and now it is so wonderful to see a little of her family life too. Thank you. And what a world it was then to have Black Mountain College.
Ruth Asawa's work is truly inspiring, and it's great to see more personal glimpses shared. Black Mountain College was such a unique and creative place in art history.
In person, these are the most beautiful, ethereal works of art, especially with dramatic lighting, gorgeus.
so glad to receive this quite a genius she was in her own right
Such a beautiful Heart...
I love her, I learned about her in a sculpture class at uni. Such deep and moving work.
Absolutely love finding out about this Ruth Asawa, whom I had never heard of before. So inspirational!! Beautiful thoughtful pieces, embody a lifetime of generosity
Her work really is a beautiful discovery! It's amazing how her sculptures capture such generosity and thoughtfulness.
What an Amazing and Beautiful Lady She Was and Still is 😍🎉
The Singapore Gardens by the Bay was Definitely Inspired by this Lady!!!
I love her last sentence here 😮😊
Absolutely brilliant. What a genious
Amazing women and blessed family.
Incredible artist 🎉❤ and Legacy
She's fabulous... her children experienced an incredible mother.
Ruth Asawa is SO SPECTACULAR she reaches out to us from beyond time. the chorus of joyous comments here is truly extra-ordinary. thank you Ruth.
Ever inspiring. Thank you. 🙏
Simply put, Ruth Asawa was no less than a genius! I love her art and her great personality. She still lives through what she did, elevating the creative human spirit!
Greatest artist of all time.
ruth is so deeply incredible
Amazing woman. Pure natural unique talented inspiring ,there are so many words that come to mind.
Beautiful story
Force of Nature. Just amazing.
Teach art then teach others art. We then love art and teach others to love.
What an extraordinary life
I admire the strong women of East Asia.
Thanks to you, I’ve discovered another artist - thank you so much.
Being an artist feels like an outward explosion while simultaneously turning inward.❤
Wow! What a huge big soul...her large view of life, overflowed endlessly and will continue to do... through her beautiful children and of course her work!
Her spirit really does shine through in everything she created and everyone she inspired. It's amazing how a legacy like that keeps giving.
Wow!!! What a cool woman. Amazing artist.
wow! I'm so grateful for this video and even more so for Ruth Asawa. thank you.
This is one of my fav artist talks from moma so far! Love these retrospective and story based ones
What an amazing and inspirational woman.
Life of simple means turns into creative genius..amazing
a citizen of the universe !!
Wow! Talk about inspirational!!🤩❤❤❤
Gracias Por Dar A Conocer A Esta Gran Artista Y Mujer..Increíble Su Alto Nivel De Arte y Creatividad En Todas Las Areas De La Expresión Artística..Gracias Por Este Video.
Terrific piece! Thank you.
Amazing that this genius is virtually unknown! I am in awe and must go to MOMA!
Asawa's such an inspiration
And we do. We're growing every moment, each one at their one pace; slowly, calmly, meditatively, passionately as we breath in this same instant
What a beautiful person. ❤
Thank you! Such a wonderful documentary film! Ruth Asawa was a superwoman and fantastic artist.
what a wonderful video of a stunning artist!
To be able to work all the time without burning out, she must've had some extraordinary spiritual link to her work that kept her going.
I grew up in Japan and went to Art school in SF I feel like she's my soul mate 💙✌️🙏
Ms Asawa is an inspiration. She teaches by example. She constantly moves gracefully and doesn't stop or worry or feel the tension of competition. I love how she lives.
What a lovely look into her work!
that seed metaphor at the end is spot on
thanks Ruth
I'm fascinated 😮
The example of a good use of internet, to make this kind of thing be viewed by a lot of people
What an incredible woman and line of work she leaves behind. Her story is so important for many reasons. I remember the first time I saw her work, I gasped and was mesmerized. I can still see it. Now.
What an inspiring artist, thank you
Great ! What an inspiring women ❤
Wow what an inspiration, as a mother and full time artist who is trying to balance it all this is beyond inspiring. So moving.
What a beautiful soul.
Her saying in the end filled me with a good feeling and a new perspective! Great Video!
I enjoyed this immensely
She’s a rare genius 🥺.
I somehow had never heard of her, but I just chanced upon her retrospective at Moma and it was really a revelation to me
As a Nisei myself (half like her kids), nothing makes me more proud than to see this.
She was a whirlwind of creation and gave us all the tools we need to carry art forward.
wat een prachtig werk, bedankt voor de plot
YES! The Ruth Asawa exhibition visited Stavanger, Norway in 2023 - stunning to see, and there was a thrilling open panel discussion about many aspects of her life that enabled me to develop my own work on patterns of creativity in the mind and body over various stages of our growth and development. I'm eternally grateful, to her work in general, and those curating and exhibiting her work and life story.
Such an incredible human. Just awe inspiring for me that she had so much ENERGY!!
What an incredibly woman and family.
When I die, if I am very, very good in this life, I hope I can come back as Ruth Asawa. What an incredible life she lived.
What a wonderfully talented artist who raised an amazing family who can pass down her legacy. Absolutely love her artwork, her spirit, her family and this video. Thank you ❤🕊️
this should be taught to children immediately 🎇