A tribute to those working towards a better tomorrow, today.
The New Americans is a partnership between artist Vincent Valdez and the ACLU of Texas' artist-in-residence program. Valdez is creating a series of drawings over ten months documenting scenes, faces, and communities around Texas and across the United States. The artist aims to record — and remind others — of the ongoing, united effort and resistance shared by people across contemporary America. Like a stubborn pulse in a struggling heart, these are The New Americans.
If you're inspired by someone whom you define as a New American, nominate them through this form.
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Drawings can be downloaded and distributed within communities, classrooms, organizations, and other public forums to inform and inspire others.
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“Dolores Huerta”At 95 years, Dolores Huerta is a powerful force and presence. I photographed her at The Los Angeles County Museum of Art while sharing my exhibition with her, "El Chavez Ravine." I felt it was important to begin this project by depicting a remarkable visionary leader for communities across America, as well as by paying homage to the previous generations who came before. Dolores serves as an important symbol and reminder to us all: These struggles in America are not new. They have been inherited, endured, and persevered for many generations. |
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All drawings are © Vincent Valdez, 2025-26. They are provided solely for non-commercial, public educational use, and may not be modified. Any reproduction, modification, distribution, sale, or use for commercial purposes is strictly prohibited without the prior written consent of the artist.