‘All those feelings rushed in’: Jessica Walsh, Shepard Fairey, and the initial art response to Trump

Art has long been seen as a mirror to society’s darker realities—and so far, the works artists and designers have released following former President Donald Trump’s election victory last Tuesday reflect a jumble of sadness, fear, disillusionment, and hints of resilience. Shepard Fairey, who was heavily involved in campaigns to support voter engagement, has depicted democracy in a literal coffin. Artist and illustrator Oliver Jeffers shared a painting of turbulent waves with the words...