In July of 2022, artist David Ibata engaged in a lively conversation about portraiture, politics, and artistic expression during an age of political and social turbulence. This conversation was moderated by Jackson Art Center artist, Phil Lindner. David shared portraits from 2016 through 2022 that reflect a change his work over the course of the last three presidencies. David Ibata is currently an artist in residence at the Jackson Art Center..