Seattle, WA, USA - Think your book club’s got game? You have no idea. This unbelievable collection of work features work from women involved in the Art Book Club, with each piece inspired by a different literary work. Check it out. This is the kind of work that moves and inspires.

Los Angeles, California, USA - I don’t know about you, but I want each one of these pieces hanging around my house. They are STUNNING. These works, sent to us by the artist Karen Hochman Brown, make up a collection called ‘Forces of Nature’ that is part of a larger exhibition entitled “The Nature of Sculpture II”. This exhibit was supposed to open on April 1st at the LA County Arboretum & Botanic Garden, but was unfortunately closed due to social distancing.

West Vancouver, CANADA - This submission is truly inspiring. Listening to these artists talk abut their art and how so quickly they adapted to the pandemic to share their work is just what we need now. From the submission: “Drift” showcases drawings and mixed-media by Bettina Harvey and photography by Judy E. Witheford. Thematically, the complimentary works of these two artists explore perceptions and impressions of the natural world and the visual imprints, fragments and remnants that embody the passage of time.

Jacmal, HAITI - This virtual exhibit sent to us by the Jacmel Arts Center in Haiti is GORGEOUS. Featuring 16 different artists from the center, this exhibit was supposed to open at different galleries across the United States, but unfortunately due to social distancing, they were never shown to the public.

Raleigh, NC, USA - This work by textile artist Jennifer Markowitz is really something special. The works you will see below are hand-embroidered on a distressed and stiffened nylon slip, and they are just stunning. One of Jennifer’s pieces, which you will see below, is entitled Fleshmap Panel #11: “New York September 1998-1999”. This was chosen out of thousands of pieces to be a part of the NC Artists Exhibition at the Contemporary Art Museum in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA, USA - This virtual exhibit was sent us to by the sculptor, Debbie Korbel, and we are obsessed! Along with painter, Ellen Rose, these two artists have collaborated on an exhibit that is so unique and so fun! Please click the link at the bottom of the page to experience this magical exhibit!

Daejeon, SOUTH KOREA - This unique online exhibit was sent to us by the Daejeon Arts Collective, a group made up of artists from all over the globe currently residing in Daejeon. Unfortunately due to COVID-19 and social distancing, the collective’s Spring 2020 exhibit in Daejeon has been cancelled. The exhibit is entitled ‘Perpetuate the Phenomenon’ and it is just stunning!

Cape Town, SOUTH AFRICA - This powerful collection of photography about the Rwandan Genocide was sent to us by award-winning contemporary artist Barry Salzman after the exhibition of this series was cancelled in South Africa due to social distancing. Barry was awarded the Photographer of the Year Award in the Deeper Perspective Category from the International Photography Awards in 2018 for his work on this project. The exhibit was supposed to open on April 7th 2020, which was the 26th Anniversary of the Rwandan Genocide.

Essex, England, UK - When self-taught painter Andrew Downes decided to cancel his exhibition ‘All Mine’ at the Forum in Southend Essex due to social distancing, he quickly gained access to the artwork and created a virtual version of his show, and we are so glad he did! These exciting and vibrant works are a collection of Andrew’s work to date.

London, UK - Wow. This film is unlike anything else you’ll see here. Using “Night of the Loving Dead” as a springboard, Guli Silberstein has created something deeply eerie and unsettling as a reaction to the pandemic.

Tallinn, ESTONIA - When Anastasia Lemberg-Lvova sent us this collection of work, we knew we HAD to share it. In the submission, Anastasia explains that the exhibition ‘Don’t Avoid What is Easy’ is the result of over one year of research, but due to social distancing, the Freedom Gallery in Tallinn has closed it’s doors. The story behind the creation of this exhibit is incredible. Give it a read below!

Nanoose Bay, BC, CANADA - We know a lot of people are missing nature right now, so take a look at these beautiful creations by Canadian artist Kelly Corbett! Kelly’s stunning solo exhibition ‘Aqueous’ was supposed to be open from May 1 - June 15 at the Peachland Public Art Gallery in Peachland, BC but this gallery has closed it’s door’s due to social distancing.

Chicago, ILLINOIS, USA - Submitted to us by filmmaker Laura Force Scruggs, this charming documentary was supposed to be screened at the UNDER THE RADAR film festival in Chicago. The fest was to be hosted at The Logan Theatre on April 4th before it was postponed due to social distancing.

Istanbul, TURKEY - Sent to us by the British Council in Turkey, this online exhibition is one you do NOT want to miss! The variety and collection of art is astounding, and includes pieces from Turkey, Georgia and Ukraine.

Hastings, UNITED KINGDOM - Sent to us by Luca M Damiani, this piece is sure to bring a big smile to your face! Luca is a media artist as well as an associate lecturer in Graphic & Media Design at the University of the Arts in London. Although he is based in the UK, Luca is from Italy and his whole family has been in lockdown, so he decided to create and illustrate this beautiful audiobook to spread his message of love to family, friends, and those around the world!

Atlanta, GEORGIA - The Museum of Design Atlanta, the only museum in the Southeast United States dedicated to design, sent us this submission and we just HAD to share it. This unique and beautiful sound installation created and designed by sound artist and musician Steve Norton was meant to be open to the public, but on March 13th, the museum was closed due to social distancing.

USA - Last year, artist Virginia Mallon began organizing a nationwide tour of shows for a collaboration of artists entitled ‘Artists for Social Justice 2020’. This collaborative and expansive show was set to launch this past March at Queen’s College of the City University of New York. Unfortunately it is now postponed due to social distancing, but let me tell you, we are OBSESSED with this collection. Beautiful art mixed with timely issues of social justice? What more do you need?!

Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA - This incredible and unique exhibit was sent to us by graphic designer Sallie Wesaw Sloan on behalf of the IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts. All pieces explore the future from a Native perspective and they are just stunning. In this post, you will see a few select pieces, some shots from the actual exhibit, and a link to a beautiful virtual version of this exhibition! Enjoy exploring this special collection!

Denver, USA - Is it weird that this one made me burst into tears? This piece is unique, expansive, and like a breath of fresh meadow air. Be sure to follow the instructions and play with volume for full effect!

Belmont, USA - This is a deeply cool exhibition that was showing outside of Boston until the need for social distancing led to its early closure. Artist Liz Albert sent along these photos of the exhibit, as well as a video of it that was made by the museum. Be sure to read what Liz had to say about it, because the conceit of this show is truly very intriguing!