Submitted by Jaime Sharp on September 13, 2022
“Artists from across the state have come together in this small southwest Texas town to honor the 19 students and two teachers killed in late May at Robb Elementary School. They’ve painted giant portraits of each victim with the hope of helping the community heal.”
“It’s a huge endeavor at any time, but most especially during Texas in August.”
“It’s morning time but already sweltering just off Uvalde’s pecan tree-lined town square. The artist who goes by the name Uloang, has been up all night painting, to avoid the blistering midday sun.”