Arleene Correa Valencia debuts solo exhibition at Fridman Gallery exploring migrant narratives
Fridman Gallery is hosting Arleene Correa Valencia's inaugural New York solo exhibition titled 'CÓDICE •• SOBREVIVIENDO A LA PERSECUCIÓN / CODEX •• SURVIVING THE PERSECUTION,' organized jointly with Catharine Clark Gallery. The Bay Area artist presents multimedia paintings and textiles that examine family history and Mexican migration stories. Created with input from relatives and community participants, the works address immigration issues during a period of heightened political attention to the topic, highlighting how artistic expression and positive emotions can serve as forms of protest.
Key facts
- Arleene Correa Valencia is having her first solo show in New York City
- The exhibition is presented at Fridman Gallery in collaboration with Catharine Clark Gallery
- The artist explores Mexican migrant narratives and family history
- Works include multimedia paintings and textiles
- The exhibition addresses contemporary immigration issues in American politics
Entities
Artists
- Arleene Correa Valencia
Institutions
- Fridman Gallery
- Catharine Clark Gallery
Locations
- New York City
- Bay Area