The Crown Letter roundtable discussion

• Published in: Moving image review & art journal 2020-09, Vol.9 (2), p.264-269
• Main Authors: Barnet, Susan, Brunswic, Anne, Deignan, Michelle, Dimbleby, Liza, Maclennan, Ruth, Mendes, Ana, Morgaine, Manuela, Nisic, Natacha, Shalev-Gerz, Esther
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• ISSN: 2045-6298; 2045-6301
• DOI: 10.1386/miraj_00051_1

Natacha Nisic recognized that the conditions of confinement created by the COVID pandemic and lockdown posed a threat to the visibility, exchange and experience of contemporary art, particularly of the work of women artists. Nisic invited women in her global network to contribute to the project and over time the network has expanded. Over 50 artists have now contributed to the publications and they maintain the online project collectively. As well as weekly publications, since the beginning The Crown Letter has hosted a weekly Salon for its contributors, where the artists exchange experiences, ideas and stories. In these times of confinement, where the effects of systemic inequality are felt across the globe, The Crown Letter harnesses the power of artistic exchange, collective energy, support and dialogue. As it approaches its first anniversary, some of the artists gathered at a salon to reflect on what The Crown Letter means to them.