It precedes calls to action across political spectrums from environmental entreaties to calling out social media restrictions on conservative perspectives, to upholding freedom of the press. It is the title of a Zadie Smith short story where the protagonist ultimately falls victim to the underlying intolerance of her own ideals.The revival of the phrase reflects a pervasive sense of crisis, one that is both perceived and felt. Yet, the overuse of the slogan poses a danger in rendering it meaningless. Now does not last forever.

Now More Than Ever features the work of seven artists in the MFA and BFA programs at California State University, Fullerton. Their current work encapsulates a "now more than ever" cultural moment. The work shares an urgency as well as a distillation of social and political issues as they relate to notions of self.

Kelly Lindner
Guest Curator