CNN asked 9 artists living in cities around the world to create an original artwork that reflects the times we are living in today. They shared the results and discussed their personal experiences.
As the pandemic wears on, people around the world continue to live in self-isolation or under strict lockdown measures -- this includes many members of the international artist community.
In the absence of physical human connection and with movement drastically limited, many artists have had to turn inwards for inspiration. Whether that means reaching into the back catalogs of their memories, or creating new and entirely imagined worlds and landscapes, the creative response to the coronavirus crisis has been extraordinary.
This particular piece employs both dark and solemn colors as well as shades that contrast this. Over time, I have been able to better understand the role color plays in conveying emotions and in this particular case, color works to bring out the duality of a dark reality and that of a hopeful future, a future borne out of this downtime everyone has been forced into -- a future that prioritizes humanity.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
How Celebrities Are Passing the Time In Self-IsolationTaylor Swift breaks out the wine, Ronaldo poses with his kids and Stormi Webster plays tennis (via toofab)
Read more »
DIY Your Own Luxurious Spa Day at Home During Self-IsolationA spa day staple: this slow-burning candle, which will surely put you in a state of deep relaxation. The fresh, floral, and musky blend of earthy notes will bring a breath of fresh air into your bathroom.\r\n...\r\nFor more stories like this, including celebrity news, beauty and fashion advice, savvy political commentary, and fascinating features, sign up for the Marie Claire newsletter.subscribe here
Read more »
In All Adults Here, Emma Straub Praises Perfectly Imperfect Motherhood'At its core, it's about more than just motherhood. It's about being in the center of the Venn diagram between being a parent and being a child. Because as long as you have parents who are alive, you are also a child.' EmmaStraub talks AllAdultsHere:
Read more »
In All Adults Here, Emma Straub Praises Perfectly Imperfect Motherhood'At its core, it's about more than just motherhood. It's about being in the center of the Venn diagram between being a parent and being a child. Because as long as you have parents who are alive, you are also a child.' EmmaStraub talks AllAdultsHere:
Read more »
The Hauntingly Beautiful Self-Portraits of 'Girls of Isolation'Olivia Gatwood's 'Girls of Isolation' is an art show for the COVID-19 era.
Read more »