The Dean of Dundee’s art school has created a piece for an international auction raising money to support refugees affected by Covid-19.
Professor Anita Taylor has donated a charcoal drawing to the Choose Art Give Light to Refugees online event, which will culminate in a silent auction on Sunday.
The exhibition showcases a wide spectrum of work from artists from around the globe.
Prof Taylor was appointed Dean of Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design, part of Dundee University, last year.
Her drawing, entitled Pause, has so far attracted a highest bid of £600. All proceeds will go to the Help Refugees charity.
She said: “The work that I have given to the auction is a modest, intimate drawing that is about stopping to reflect.
“It is a drawing that’s literally about pausing to take breath and for that reason I think it’s the right piece to give to this cause.
“The auction is in aid of a hidden group of people who are devastatingly affected by the pandemic. It’s about helping refugees to gain access medical and sanitary supplies, products and support, and to make their lives better.”
Philli Boyle, director of Help Refugees said: “The threat of Covid-19 breaking out in the overcrowded, unsanitary refugee camps where we work is huge and terrifying.
“We are doing everything we can to prevent outbreaks whilst also preparing for the worst.”
