Art Meets Economics: A Conversation Across Fields

This chapter features a dialogue between an artist and an economist, exploring their unique perspectives and the infrequent interactions between their disciplines. They delve into the complexities of quantifying artistic expression within the framework of capitalism and share personal narratives on grief and caregiving through art. The discussion highlights the therapeutic power of drawing in connecting with others, particularly in the context of mortality, and reflects on the intimate relationship between artist and subject in the creative process.