The Ruins: A Story that was Supposed to be Over Substack by Rachel Sager

The Ruins: A Story that was Supposed to be Over

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Unearthing optimism, with a hammer, a shovel, or a pen. Telling the story of the people who come from coal through the art of mosaic.

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About Rachel Sager

Appalachian artist. Owner and Curator of The Ruins Project.
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