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‘The World is on Fire:’ Artists Respond to the Protests | ‘The World is on Fire:’ Artists Respond to the Protests |
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Thousands of people have taken to the streets over the last week to protest police brutality and systemic racism, sparking a movement that has inspired hundreds of demonstrations across the country and ushered in a new wave of themed art. | Thousands of people have taken to the streets over the last week to protest police brutality and systemic racism, sparking a movement that has inspired hundreds of demonstrations across the country and ushered in a new wave of themed art. |
Created by amateurs and professionals alike, a vast collection of drawings, paintings and illustrations — posted to Instagram using the hashtags #blacklivesmatter, #georgefloyd, #icantbreathe, #saytheirnames and #BLM — illuminates a broader portrait of support and solidarity. | Created by amateurs and professionals alike, a vast collection of drawings, paintings and illustrations — posted to Instagram using the hashtags #blacklivesmatter, #georgefloyd, #icantbreathe, #saytheirnames and #BLM — illuminates a broader portrait of support and solidarity. |
Racial justice, outrage, community and change are among the themes being expressed by scores of artists. Here is a selection. | Racial justice, outrage, community and change are among the themes being expressed by scores of artists. Here is a selection. |
Produced by Michael Beswetherick | Produced by Michael Beswetherick |
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