The Subversive Artist

 

From underground galleries artists paint and sketch.

Hidden in the corners of libraries poets and writers compose subversive prose and verse.

Articles and essays are written to challenge the way we think.

The canvas is awash to shout out loud.

The strokes of the brush and pen work assidiously with determination.

Ideas are formed, creative skills are born.

Minds are engaged and opinions are formed.

These professions employ the skills of all.

The people rise intolerant, inspired by what they see and read.

Courage motivates the talented.

A conscience reveals their integrity.

As they paint, write, sculpt and compose.

Their work is at the root of our liberation.