Known as “the non-starving artist,” Bob Ragland inspired many Denver artists to pursue art as a career and shake off the expectation that art would not provide a living wage. His mentees continue to actively contribute to Denver’s art scene and will share their favorite memories and inspirational words from Bob. During this panel conversation visual artist Moe Gram will moderate a conversation with fellow artists, Darrell Anderson, Carmen Avila, Ron Hicks and Michael Gadlin.