Written by Leva Zand After nine years as Founder and Executive Director of ARTogether, I will be stepping down on June 30, 2026. I’ve been sitting with how to write this, and I keep coming back to the same feeling: gratitude, and a quiet, steady sense of rightness. Why I Started ARTogether was born in early 2017, in the turbulent aftermath of the US election. I came to the United States from Iran as a
EXTENDED THROUGH MAY! GALLERY HOURS Wednesdays 12 -4pm or by appointment. Please email roartcollective@gmail.com to make an appointment. “Where are you from?” The eternal question faced by immigrants and the children of immigrants resonates far beyond a simple inquiry. In today’s political climate, it carries charged undertones shaped by power, exclusion, and surveillance, becoming a measure of legitimacy and belonging. This exhibition gathers artists whose work examines how identity endures, evolves, and
We’re thrilled to share the work of Romina Zabihian, an artist whose practice bridges beauty and resistance. You might recognize Romina’s style. She’s been shaping ARTogether’s design and brand aesthetic for the past few years. Beyond her visual design work, Romina creates evocative artworks using ink and tea that speak to something deeper. As an alumni of Artist Mentorship Hub and Residency Program and the artist behind the 2024 solo exhibition Dots: A Tale of
Exploring Art Therapy and Community Art-Making for Health and Healing In Zoom Online Webinar on Thursday, November 20, 2025 from 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm PT As part of the “Bridging Creativity & Care” Series, this webinar highlights the powerful role of visual arts in supporting health and well-being across clinical and community settings. Through presentations and experiential activities, we’ll explore shared values, key distinctions, and opportunities for collaboration across sectors. Whether you’re an artist,
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 30th, 2025 ARTOGETHER TO HOST “WHAT WE HOLD” FUNDRAISER TO PROTECT IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE VOICES Oakland, CA —[October 30th, 2025] — In a world marked by displacement and loss, what do we hold on to? We hold stories. We hold traditions. We hold one another. On Friday, December 12, 2025, Oakland-based nonprofit ARTogether will host its annual fundraiser, What We Hold: Protecting Sanctuary for Immigrant and Refugee Voices, at the
