Miné Okubo’s *Citizen 13660* chronicles her family’s experiences at Tanforan and Topaz relocation centers during World War II, portraying discrimination, isolation, and everyday life with remarkable detail. Her artistic journey reflects courage and observation amidst adversity.
This is one of 198 ink drawings Mine Okubo included in Citizen 13660, her graphic memoir, which was the first of its kind and captured her experience at Tanforan and Topaz, during the two years in which she was incarcerated. The book contains almost two hundred of her pen and ink sketches accompanied by explanatory text.
A poignant black-and-white illustration from 1944 depicting life at Topaz Relocation Center, Utah. Miné Okubo's powerful drawing captures the resilience and challenges faced by Japanese Americans during WWII.
Explore Miné Okubo's poignant Citizen 13660 – a groundbreaking graphic novel documenting the hardships and resilience of Japanese Americans during WWII. Discover her artistic legacy.
Lesley Carr’s ‘A Night Scene during the Construction of ‘Mulberry’ Harbour’ – a dramatic digital illustration of WWII construction. Industrial, evocative & powerfully rendered.
Witness the poignant story of Japanese American resilience during WWII through Miné Okubo's 'Walking over muddy ground.' Explore her powerful drawing depicting hardship & determination at Topaz Relocation Center.
Witness Miné Okubo’s poignant ‘Carrying Mattresses.’ This 1942 woodcut depicts WWII internment hardship. Stark lines, geometric shapes & social commentary – a powerful art piece.
Explore Frida Kahlo’s studio in this 1944 Harper’s Weekly photo! Witness a glimpse into her artistic world – paintings, portraits & more. Black & white documentary art.
Witness Mine Okubo’s poignant ‘First Night’ at Tanforan Assembly Center. A powerful black & white drawing capturing WWII internment camp life, expressive realism, and human vulnerability.
Witness wartime resilience through Miné Okubo's poignant sketch of Tanforan Assembly Center during WWII. Explore the struggles & community depicted in her powerful drawing, a vital historical record.
A vibrant portrait of Anna Mae captures a seated woman in bold colors by Harlem Renaissance master William H. Johnson, offering a soulful glimpse into 1944 American life that you can bring to your own collection.
Witness Mine Okubo’s poignant ‘Mosquitos & Flies’ – a 1944 sketch capturing WWII life in Topaz Relocation Camp. Explore this unique black-and-white illustration via ArtsDot.
A captivating portrait of a seated woman rendered in William H. Johnson's vibrant modernist style from 1944 invites you to explore the soulful depth and warmth of this Harlem Renaissance masterpiece for your collection.
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