This image gave me pause, each figure in their own separated space. I used to see it as introverted and introspective. Now I see it as enforced loneliness and confinement.
Call for Art: 6′ of Space
Looking for artwork related to your experience in this quarantine. Open to any media (photography, drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, writing, etc).
IMPORTANT: Use the subject line 6′ of Space on the email so I can find it later. Include your name, the artwork’s title, size and materials, and your website/social media page. Brief artist statements are also invited. Please email your works to ruthiev(at)seattleartistleague.com.
Send your images before April 30. I’ll post my favorites.
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A Day Indoors
This image gave me pause, each figure in their own separated space. I used to see it as introverted and introspective. Now I see it as enforced loneliness and confinement.
Call for Art: 6′ of Space
Looking for artwork related to your experience in this quarantine. Open to any media (photography, drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, writing, etc).
Must be a League member to submit.
IMPORTANT: Use the subject line 6′ of Space on the email so I can find it later. Include your name, the artwork’s title, size and materials, and your website/social media page. Brief artist statements are also invited. Please email your works to ruthiev(at)seattleartistleague.com.
Send your images before April 30. I’ll post my favorites.
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Be well.
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