Step into a vibrant chronicle of resilience and creativity with Painting the Void. This captivating coffee table photo book is a tribute to the murals, artists, and communities that illuminated the San Francisco Bay Area during the darkest days of the COVID-19 pandemic. As part of the groundbreaking Paint the Void project, this book immortalizes the powerful role of art in transforming adversity into beauty.
- 254 pages with high-quality imagery from contributing photographers
- Statements from artists, business owners, and the local community
- Project details and essays regarding the project and its impact
In an era where art can be fleeting, Painting the Void: How Art Transformed the San Francisco Bay Area During A Global Pandemic ensures that the inspiring stories of these murals endure for generations. It is a beautifully curated collection that celebrates the indomitable spirit of artists and the enduring importance of storytelling in preserving our cultural heritage.
Featuring stunning images, this book is more than just a collection of photographs. It is a testament to the power of art to uplift and unite. Accompanied by heartfelt statements and reflections, each page emphasizes the profound impact of these visual masterpieces on the community.
Paint the Void emerged from the collaborative efforts of Building 180, an art production agency, and Art for Civil Discourse, a project supported by Intersection for the Arts. Launched in March 2020, as San Francisco faced lockdowns and widespread unemployment, Paint the Void provided crucial support to artists by commissioning them to transform the city's boarded-up windows into canvases of hope. This initiative has since facilitated over 250 murals, benefiting 270 artists and 230 small businesses, and enriching the community with messages of resilience and optimism.
Painting the Void is a must-have collectible for anyone who cherishes the Bay Area’s legacy of valuing art and artists, even in the most challenging times. It is a beautiful reminder that, in the face of adversity, creativity and community spirit can paint a brighter future.
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Friendly Correction Notice:
We are thrilled to have released our book. Despite our best efforts, a few mistakes made their way into the first print. We’re addressing them here with a promise to correct them in a hopeful upcoming second edition.
Corrections:
- Page 11 + 12: Artwork by Xavi Panneton
- Page 201: Photograph by
- Page 222 + 223: Higher Resolution Photo of mural by JENPROPS
- Artist Credits: Elliot C Nathan, corrected to Elliott C Nathan
Thank you for your understanding and continued support. We hope you enjoy the book despite these small hiccups and look forward to presenting you with a second edition soon.
Warm regards,
The Paint the Void Team
