Brenda Zlamany's 100/100 Project at Derfner Judaica Museum in the Bronx
In 2017, the Derfner Judaica Museum in the Bronx showcased Brenda Zlamany's project titled 100/100, which comprised 100 lifelike portraits of Holocaust survivors. To create this series, Zlamany journeyed to Israel, Poland, and the U.S., focusing on capturing living memories through personal portrait sessions. Each artwork, measuring 20 by 16 inches, utilized traditional painting techniques to explore intricate historical themes. The exhibition also featured additional materials and programs that encouraged community engagement. Zlamany’s artistry highlights personal stories within the broader context of history and enhances modern conversations about memory and trauma. The project garnered significant praise for its profound emotional resonance and historical relevance, backed by grants and institutional support.
Key facts
- Brenda Zlamany created 100 portraits of Holocaust survivors
- The exhibition was held at the Derfner Judaica Museum in the Bronx
- The project involved international travel to paint survivors
- Each portrait was painted from life in extended sessions
- The exhibition ran during 2017
- The museum is located at the Hebrew Home at Riverdale
- Portraits were created in Israel, Poland, and the United States
- Each portrait measures 20 by 16 inches in consistent format
Entities
Artists
- Brenda Zlamany
Institutions
- Derfner Judaica Museum
- Hebrew Home at Riverdale
- Metropolitan Museum of Art
Locations
- Bronx
- United States
- Israel
- Poland
- New York