“Home school with a 2/3-year-old means keeping it fun. My daughter and I made an animal alphabet to stay busy.”

Artist Brandee Romanica portrays an innocent family moment of creativity in lockdown, while also capturing a deeper emotional element from this year. The composition of the child’s face — only partially visible through the tendrils of a toy octopus — creates an air of mystery and emotional ambiguity, reflecting the relatable uncertainty that many felt around the world.

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