Shelves (2020) was included in the art book Art in the Time of COVID-19. Organized by Alexandra Constantinou, Art in the Time of COVID-19 brings together the artwork, writings, and recipes of 13 artists. The publication was inspired by WWII era cookbooks and rationing guides which contained drawings, advice, advertisements, posters, and instructional guides. These books helped keep morale up and provided practical information.
Unlike online shows, Art in the Time of COVID-19 is both a coming together (at a time when we cannot do so physically) and an object that is very real (unlike the online experiences we are primarily consuming at the moment). While I have appreciated and enjoyed online group shows and “LIVE” events hosted with artists on Instagram and YouTube, I have missed concrete and “real” pathways of connecting with others. Art in the Time of COVID-19 offers that “real” kind of connection as well as some art and instruction.
Art in the Time of COVID-19 was collected, edited, and produced by Alexandra Constantinou. Contributors include Surazica, Katherine Allison, Catalina Aranguren, Bob Clubbs, Alexandra Constantinou, Michelle Dinh, Eddie & Friends, Danielle Demetria East, Mckee Frazior, Akshita Gandhi, Claire Hill, Erica Reed Lee and Méïr Srebriansky.
Purchase your copy of Art in the Time of COVID-19 here. All proceeds go to the Houston Food Bank which has been experiencing a 150% increase in demand.