Cristina Mittermeier's 'Marks of Memory' at Hilton Contemporary
Cristina Mittermeier, a photographer and mixed-media artist, showcases her exhibition 'Marks of Memory' at Hilton Contemporary in Chicago from July 22 to September 15, 2026. This collection features mixed-media pieces that blend her black-and-white portraits with torn pieces of documents like passports and birth certificates, examining the influence of bureaucracy on individual lives. Known for her conservation photography over the past thirty years, Mittermeier includes paper flowers inspired by Mexican customs that honor the dead, representing care and resilience. Each artwork starts with a portrait taken during her travels to remote areas, layered beneath old letters and personal artifacts. The exhibition invites reflection on memory, place, and the delicate beauty of nature, encouraging climate action and environmental stewardship. Hilton Contemporary is located at 716 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654, United States.
Key facts
- Exhibition 'Marks of Memory' runs July 22–September 15, 2026 at Hilton Contemporary in Chicago.
- Mittermeier layers her black-and-white portraits with torn documents like passports and birth certificates.
- The works explore how bureaucracy and official systems shape lives.
- Paper flowers in the collages are inspired by Mexican traditions of honoring spirits of loved ones.
- Mittermeier has spent three decades photographing wildlife, communities, and landscapes.
- The exhibition reflects on memory, place, and the fragile beauty of the natural world.
- Mittermeier's art often aims to inspire climate action and environmental protection.
- Hilton Contemporary is located at 716 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654, United States.
Entities
Artists
- Cristina Mittermeier
Institutions
- Hilton Contemporary
Locations
- Chicago
- United States