I wanted to comment on an article entitled "A Natural who's worn well". It is regarding an artist by the name of Edward L. Loper Sr. who started making art in 1935. The article is slightly controversial because of the author's definition and comments of self-taught. He states that self-taught frequently describes artist of minority groups or socially marginalized, and tends to imply vitrue or despite humble origins and disadvantaged circumstances taught themselves art. He goes on to say that more likely self-taught artist are more free without any harnesses on their creativity. Then he respectfully details Mr. Lopers accomplishments and applauds his natural talent. The article did not sit quite well with me. The beginning was negative and implied insult rather than opening about a 91 year old man that never had formal art training. Regardless of the title, my first impression was to say the least not a good one. So to my fellow classmates, if you get a chance please read the article from the April 15th Philadelphia Inquirer and let me know what you think!