Published by Glasstire
Jan 24, 2024
Featuring Melinda Laszczynski
January 2026 Cohort
“Why Pittsburgh?”
This is what another artist said to me in a bar when I was telling him about my upcoming winter break plans, attending a residency at Pedantic Arts. As someone who was born in Pittsburgh, my automatic reaction was to defend my birth city. I grew up in Cleveland, Ohio, and am used to all of the Pittsburgh jokes. I’m also used to defending Houston, and Texas in general, especially when I am up north. Most people are somewhat familiar with Dallas, but when I explain what a strong art community Houston has, and how many galleries and museums and opportunities exist, I’m usually met with surprise.