FICTICIOUS | XAVIER TAVERA
Fictitious is a collection of photographs where Latine people transmit messages that suggest political, historical and social justice themes.
The characters are part of a fictional world where people are portrayed as heroic manifestations of Latine culture. Images of bridges, canoes, cowboys and astronauts allow us to imagine the unexpected, inviting conversations about the challenges and empowerment of the Latine community.
About the Artist:
Tavera's work has been exhibited at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, the Soap Factory, the Eide/Dalrymple Gallery at Augustana University, the Staniar Gallery at Washington and Lee University, the Athens Institute for Contemporary Art in Georgia, the Center for the Study of Political Graphics in Los Angeles, the Galeria del Hospital Maciel in Montevideo, Uruguay, and at ProjekTraum FN at l'atelier Glidden Wozniak in Friedrichshafen, Germany. Tavera received a McKnight Photography Fellowship in 2003 and his work has been recognized with Over Exposure MN Grants.
Celebration Event: Saturday, July 20th, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
A family-friendly evening and conversation with the artist, free food and beverages. Free and open to all ages!
Gallery Hours:
Monday through Friday | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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