Local artists create art around NYC inspired by the pandemic, BLM
Some local artists are bringing color to the neighborhood while reflecting on the pandemic.
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Sep 7, 2020, 5:18 PM
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Some local artists are bringing color to the neighborhood while reflecting on the pandemic.
Art on the Grid is a project that was inspired by the new normal New Yorkers have been living in since March.
Artists from around the city are creating art inspired by their world during the pandemic
The project was run by the Public Art Fund as it teamed up with LinkNYC to bring the pieces to bus shelters and boards across the boroughs.
A total of 50 artists were chosen to reflect on COVID-19 and life as we now know it. An added topic was the Black Lives Matter movement. Artists were also asked to reflect on the world in relation to systemic racism.
The work throughout the community is visible at over 500 locations.
Art on the Grid is a project that was inspired by the new normal New Yorkers have been living in since March.
Artists from around the city are creating art inspired by their world during the pandemic
The project was run by the Public Art Fund as it teamed up with LinkNYC to bring the pieces to bus shelters and boards across the boroughs.
A total of 50 artists were chosen to reflect on COVID-19 and life as we now know it. An added topic was the Black Lives Matter movement. Artists were also asked to reflect on the world in relation to systemic racism.
The work throughout the community is visible at over 500 locations.
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