Clotilde Jiménez's 'Éramos silencios' at Mariane Ibrahim Chicago Explores Family Silence

Clotilde Jiménez, a Mexican artist, was actually born in Honolulu to a Puerto Rican mom and an African-American dad. His collages reflect a unique mix of his diverse background and life experiences. Growing up in Philadelphia and studying in Cleveland and London, Jiménez incorporates magazine cutouts, Mexican craft paper, and various fabrics into his artwork. Notable pieces include “China de Mayagüez,” depicting young Jiménez and his relative Juan as jíbaros, and “The Nightcall,” which shows a woman in blue light. His Flower Portal series takes cues from Dutch still life, while he explores family secrets and abuse. His exhibition, Éramos silencios, is on display at Mariane Ibrahim’s gallery in Chicago until October 31.