Curated by Mela Delgado
This captivating exhibition features the work of female artists who explore the profound realms of death and the spirit world. Through a diverse array of mediums — photography, collage, installations, quilting and altars — these visionary creators delve into the mysteries and rituals surrounding mortality and the metaphysical.
From vibrant depictions of ancestral ceremonies to hauntingly beautiful representations of the transition between life and death, the artworks in Rituales offer a window into the artists’ personal and cultural relationships with the spirit realm.
The exhibition celebrates the feminine perspective on these subjects, empowering viewers to reflect on their own beliefs and connections to the mysteries of existence. Rituales offers a transformative experience that challenges conventional notions and sparks meaningful dialogue about the universal human experience of death and the divine.
Paralleling the cycle of life and death, the opening reception marks the “birth” of the exhibit, the start of a new creative journey. Over its “life”, thematic events will lead to the exhibit’s “death” during the closing, on the Day of the Dead. During this final evening, each artist will deinstall their artwork, leaving the gallery empty, letting go, and making space for new artistic beginnings. Through this metaphorical birth, life and death, the exhibition hopes to inspire contemplation on the ephemeral nature of art and the continuous regeneration of the creative spirit.
Featured Artists
Banner artwork by Oriana. Title: 1800’s Ancestral Witch, 2024