14 photos of uplifting street art spreading hope during the pandemic

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• Artists around the world are leaving hopeful street art in empty public spaces during the coronavirus pandemic.
• Some murals show healthcare workers in superhero costumes.
• Other street art shares encouraging messages like "Soon we'll get to hold each other again."
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The coronavirus pandemic has forced the public to stay inside and practice social distancing, but some street artists are still finding ways to beautify now-empty spaces with messages of hope and resilience.

The murals, posters, and graffiti springing up around the world celebrate healthcare workers and offer encouragement to passersby stepping outside to get some fresh air.

Here are 14 photos of uplifting street art artists have created during the pandemic.