Gwendolen Cates

Gwendolen Cates is an award-winning independent documentary filmmaker, photographer, and author. Her films have screened at film festivals, on PBS, at colleges, universities, museums, and the United Nations. Originally an editorial photographer, her critically acclaimed book Indian Country inspired Oprah Winfrey to begin a series about Native Americans. Instagram

New Yorkers Take to the Streets

New Yorkers Take to the Streets New Yorkers Take to the Streets

No Kings demonstration, Washington Heights, New York City, October 17, 2026.

Oct 30, 2026 / OppArt / Gwendolen Cates

Resistance to Netanyahu Takes to the Streets in New York

Resistance to Netanyahu Takes to the Streets in New York Resistance to Netanyahu Takes to the Streets in New York

Demonstrators gather near the United Nations in New York on September 24, 2026, protesting Benjamin Netanyahu’s government and its policies.

Oct 5, 2026 / OppArt / Gwendolen Cates

NYC Stands With Minnesota

NYC Stands With Minnesota NYC Stands With Minnesota

Street demonstration, New York City, January 23, 2026.

Jan 29, 2026 / OppArt / Gwendolen Cates

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