Ocean Vuong's Photography Exhibition 'Sống' Opens at CENTER Santa Fe

CENTER Santa Fe will host Ocean Vuong's photography exhibition 'Sống' from May 29 to June 28, 2026. The title translates from Vietnamese as 'to live.' The exhibition centers on a series of photographs of Vuong's younger brother, taken as they navigated grief, care, and renewal after their mother's death. Images range from fluorescent nail salon lights to quiet domestic interiors. Vuong, an award-winning poet and novelist, extends his literary exploration of memory and diaspora into visual art. His work deconstructs traditional depictions of the working class, honoring labor and dignity. The exhibition is presented by CENTER, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1994 in Santa Fe, New Mexico, which supports lens-based projects through education and public platforms. Vuong is a MacArthur Fellow, author of 'On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous,' and a professor at NYU.