The prevalent understanding in our society is that value is measured in pound coins. Art exists – and must – in juxtaposition to that folly. In whatever form, art is life’s defiant roar at death. Artistry should be encouraged in, and available to, every living soul, or else we reduce humanity to little more than semi-sentient moss. Art for all is a must, not a maybe. I am proud to support the National Campaign for the Arts in its demands.