The Art of Care exhibition at Gallery 263 in Cambridge, Massachusetts brought together photographer Mei Tao (@taomeitao) and writer, organizer, and artist Cameron Russell to explore the intersection of caregiving and creativity. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Through photography, crafts, and participatory elements, the exhibition examined the overlooked value of care work. From quilts and toys to storytelling, music, meals, and home remedies, caregivers produce art that is rarely recognized beyond intimate circles. These works challenge capitalist definitions of art by reframing caregiving itself as a highly skilled creative practice. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The exhibition featured luminous photographic portraits offering glimpses into caregivers’ artistic lives—from early childhood educator Mary Louise Bedard’s puppet show preparations to the musical improvisation between mother-educator RoseLove Joseph and daughter Ilani Ma’at Neter—revealing care work as both life-giving labor and art. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #MeiTao #Photographer #TheArtofCare | Laird and Good Company Production