Undocumented youth say the artwork is a way to tell their story and bring comfort to many others like them.
As the prospects for immigration reform have repeatedly risen, then floundered, dreamers -- undocumented youth brought to the U.S. as children -- have created artwork to share their stories and experiences.
Alberto Ledesma
Alberto Ledesma
"Just the other day I met this undocumented college freshman at an art show I had at UC Berkley, and he told me that because of my work he didn't feel alone," artist Julio Salgado told BuzzFeed.
Julio Salgado
"He said it was a great feeling to see himself in art."
Julio Salgado
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