Memo Center with Mickey Mouse 1975 - 1976

Joanne Leonard made this black and white photograph, called 'Memo Center with Mickey Mouse'. The eye is immediately drawn to that calendar on the wall, all filled with scribbled notes— it’s like a peek into someone's very busy life. And then there's the Mickey Mouse nightlight right below, such a playful contrast to all those serious reminders! I wonder if Joanne Leonard was thinking about memory and childhood. There’s also a fire extinguisher nestled in the corner. It's funny how everyday objects can become art when framed just so. I'm reminded of the work of other artists who play with the mundane, transforming the ordinary into something extraordinary. They remind us that art is everywhere, not just in fancy museums. And as we look at more art, we start to see the world with new eyes.