In two new exhibitions, artists are using their work to shine a light on issues of immigration and combat stereotypes on the rise in America
As the Mexican border wall continues to be the crux of a heated debate, the topic is now the focus of two concurring exhibitions at the Museum of Art and Design in New York City, which looks at immigration through the eyes of more than 50 artists.
Craft & Care is a solo exhibition of Los Angeles-based Mexican artist Tanya Aguiñiga who has crossed the border more than 50 times. The artist showcases artwork she has made through her initiative Art Made Between Opposite Sides (Ambos), such as Performance Crafting, a community-driven project made with locals from both sides of the border. On view until 2 October, the artist uses the accessible nature of craft to engage people to think about border issues.
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