OppArt

At this dangerous moment in history, our actions will determine our very survival. As artists, we use our pens, our pencils, our brushes, and our ideas to cast a light on darkness and combat the forces that are driving us towards a precipice. Curated by Andrea Arroyo, Steve Brodner, and Peter Kuper, OppArt features artistic dispatches from the front lines of resistance—check back each day as a diverse set of artists take aim and draw.

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The Pandemic’s Impact on Immigration Detention Centers

The Pandemic’s Impact on Immigration Detention Centers The Pandemic’s Impact on Immigration Detention Centers

Thousands of lives are at stake, as Covid-19 cases at overcrowded ICE facilities increase daily.

May 8, 2020 / OppArt / Andrea Arroyo

The Pandemic Is Disproportionally Impacting Black, Latino, and Immigrant Communities

The Pandemic Is Disproportionally Impacting Black, Latino, and Immigrant Communities The Pandemic Is Disproportionally Impacting Black, Latino, and Immigrant Communities

Health care is a human right.

May 6, 2020 / OppArt / Dáreece Walker

President Punch (and His Judys)

President Punch (and His Judys) President Punch (and His Judys)

Trump lashes out as the pandemic spreads. 

May 6, 2020 / OppArt / James McMullan

Who Counts? Who Doesn’t?

Who Counts? Who Doesn’t? Who Counts? Who Doesn’t?

The Trump administration’s stumbling response to this crisis. 

May 5, 2020 / OppArt / Sue Coe

Lies All, Trumptown

Lies All, Trumptown Lies All, Trumptown

Have a taste; on a cleanse.

May 4, 2020 / OppArt / Ron Hauge and Ed Hall

The Grim Reality of Our Leadership

The Grim Reality of Our Leadership The Grim Reality of Our Leadership

Trump’s inaction and actions are costing thousands of lives.

May 1, 2020 / OppArt / Leonard Stokes

Protect Victims of Domestic Violence During and After the Pandemic

Protect Victims of Domestic Violence During and After the Pandemic Protect Victims of Domestic Violence During and After the Pandemic

Domestic and sexual violence increases exponentially as a consequence of the pandemic.

Apr 30, 2020 / OppArt / Andrea Arroyo

Drawing in Self-Isolation

Drawing in Self-Isolation Drawing in Self-Isolation

Stay-in-Place-Keep-Making-Art! 

Apr 29, 2020 / OppArt / Anton Van Dalen

‘They’re Right In Your Town’ Tribute to Health Care Workers

‘They’re Right In Your Town’ Tribute to Health Care Workers ‘They’re Right In Your Town’ Tribute to Health Care Workers

A musical tribute to health care workers, inspired by the original song “It’s Quiet Uptown,” from Hamilton, the play by Lin-Manuel Miranda.

Apr 28, 2020 / OppArt / Colleen Peluso

Coronavirus Quotes, Part 2

Coronavirus Quotes, Part 2 Coronavirus Quotes, Part 2

The hits keep coming.

Apr 27, 2020 / OppArt / Steve Brodner

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