Aubrey Roemer's Refugee Crisis Portrait on Lesvos

In 2016, artist Aubrey Roemer launched the "Khamsa, Sadaqa Jaariyah: The Refugee Crisis Portrait Project" in Lesvos Port. This project creatively incorporated materials such as fabric from life jackets, emergency blankets, and various art supplies. The initiative aimed to raise awareness about the ongoing refugee crisis through artistic expression. Roemer's work garnered attention and was featured in an article on artcritical on October 14, 2016, highlighting its significance and the innovative approach to shedding light on the plight of refugees.