Fine arts (painting, sculpture, architecture, photography)

Submitted by: Mel Skandamis While the world was dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, amidst shutdowns and calls for masking and social distancing, in the United States the Black Lives Matter movement and protests brought new attention to the issue of inequality. Mel Skandamis, one of twelve muralists chosen to participate in the Historic Fourth Avenue…

Submitted by: Beverly Bradshaw Beverly Bradshaw, a pastel artist living in Carefree, AZ., has been creating pastel artwork inspired by the desert and its wildlife since her retirement in 2019. Although she describes herself as “not a portrait artist”, she created this piece titled Overwhelmed, to honor healthcare workers “putting their life on the line…

Submitted by: Bonnie Bowen When lockdown began, 91-year-old Bonnie Bowen began creating daily watercolor paintings in honor of essential workers and those experiencing life during COVID. Sharing her paintings on a Facebook page created by her daughter, Bonnie continues to share her art with over 4,000 followers! Bonnie was kind enough to answer some questions…

Submitted by: Ambrosia Ludwick Ambrosia Ludwick is one of twelve incredible muralists chosen to participate in the Historic Fourth Avenue Coalition’s mural project; co-sponsored by Chasse Building Team. The twelve temporary mural panels can be found on the corner of 4th and 6th Avenue in Tucson, AZ. These murals are helping to spread so much…

Submitted By: Sandra Butler Sandra Butler was one of twelve incredible muralists chosen to participate in the Historic Fourth Avenue Coalition’s mural project; co-sponsored by Chasse Building Team. The twelve temporary mural panels can be found on the corner of 4th and 6th Avenue in Tucson, AZ. These murals are helping to spread so much…

Submitted By: Jenna Jarrold Jenna Jarrold was one of twelve incredible muralists chosen to participate in the Historic Fourth Avenue Coalition’s mural project; co-sponsored by Chasse Building Team. The twelve temporary mural panels can be found on the corner of 4th and 6th Avenue in Tucson, AZ. These murals are helping to spread so much…

Submitted by Renee van der Putten We all have to wear one independent of social status or race. No privilege here! We are protecting our lungs wide open to infections. We are all vulnerable under the mask. According to her website, “Renee was born in Holland into a family of Dutch artists. She received a…

Submitted by: Ana Santos Acinas Ana Santos Acinas was one of twelve incredible muralists chosen to participate in the Historic Fourth Avenue Coalition’s mural project; co-sponsored by Chasse Building Team. The twelve temporary mural panels can be found on the corner of 4th and 6th Avenue in Tucson, AZ. These murals are helping to spread…

Submitted by: Gabriela Szulman Gabriela Szulman, a London based artist, specializes in mixed media art. During COVID-19, her work has been largely inspired by everyday life and objects found around her home. Below, Gabriela kindly answered a few questions for us about the incredible art she is creating during these times. Where did you get…

Submitted By: Rene Hinds This is a tribute to the many medical professionals and essential workers who have dedicated themselves to fighting the Covid 19 virus.