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Art as Resistance: Artists Push Back Against ICE

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ctivism shows up in more places than marches or speeches. It lives on walls, in posters, and across social feeds. Artists have been using their work to challenge U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), turning fear into a call for resistance.

From posters warning of raids to murals centered on immigrant stories, these creators understand that images can move people as strongly as words. Graphic designers and illustrators have circulated flyers with hotline numbers, “Know Your Rights” cards, and bold visuals reminding undocumented residents that they are not alone.

 

The work goes beyond raising awareness. Each poster, sticker, and shared image adds to a larger network of safety, care, and visibility. By blending art with activism, artists are reshaping the story of immigration, shifting it away from fear and toward resilience.

 

When systems create harm, art becomes a lifeline. The message is simple: the community is watching, standing together, and refusing silence.

 

Check out some of the artivism below and please support and follow these incredible artists:

Art by Lalo Alcaraz
Art by Lalo Alcaraz. Click image to visit the artist's instagram.
Art by Ruben Esparza
Art by Ruben Esparza. Click on the image to visit the artist's Instagram
Art by José Flores
Art by José Flores. Click on image to visit the artist's Instagram
Art by Michelle Ramin
Art by Michelle Ramin. Click the image to visit the artist's Instagram
Art by Ruben Esparza
Art by Ruben Esparza. Click image to visit the artist's Instagram
Know Your Rights graphic from Self Help Graphics & Art
Know Your Rights graphic from Self Help Graphics & Art. Click on image to visit the website.

We would love to hear about your favorite acts of artivism. Let us know if there are any artists you think we should feature.