Zumví Afro Photographic Archive Exhibition Opens at IMS Paulista with 400 Images

The exhibition titled 'Zumví Arquivo Afro Fotográfico' has launched at IMS Paulista, featuring a collection established in 1990 by Lázaro Roberto, Aldemar Marques, and Raimundo Monteiro to celebrate Black representation in photography. Curated by Hélio Menezes, the display comprises approximately 400 images selected from Zumví's extensive 50,000-photo archive, divided into 16 thematic categories. Lázaro Roberto, recognized for his ability to remember subjects, underscores the significance of identifying individuals in historical records. Drawing from his experiences and the Black Movement, he created the name 'Zumví' by merging 'zoom' with 'eu vi' (I saw). The exhibition also showcases works from Ariana Nuala, Elson Rabelo, Vilma Neres, Vão office, and Namíbia Chroma, inspired by a personal story about a worker's son from São Joaquim Market.