Rosa Naday Garmendia: Forbidden Pages…In Flight
January 10 @ 9:30 am - April 3 @ 8:00 pm
Free
The exhibition is open from January 10-April 3, 2025 (during regular library hours)
Opening Reception is January 18 from 2-4 PM.
About the exhibit:
In support of the freedom to read, Forbidden Pages…In Flight emerges as a compelling art and social engagement exhibition that began in early 2023. Rooted in the centuries-old tradition of broadsides and letterpress printing – a medium that has shaped public discourse for over 500 years – this initiative leverages the power of art to educate, raise awareness, and inspire action.
The exhibit features a dynamic blend of art forms, including letterpress prints, zines, and site-specific installations. Drawing inspiration from a collection of over 2,500 banned or challenged books, the works featured focus on specific titles, such as The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison, Gender Queer: A Memoir by Maia Kobabe, Before She Was Harriet by Lesa Cline-Ransome, All Boys Aren’t Blue by George M. Johnson, and Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story by Kevin Noble Maillard.
Through a vibrant fusion of colors, text, abstract patterns, International Standard Book Numbers (ISBNs), matching barcodes, and selected excerpts from these banned texts, these compositions weave together powerful visual elements. Each component offers clues and insights, inviting viewers to reflect on the significance of these works.
By drawing on the historical and social significance of these printed forms, Forbidden Pages…In Flight is both a creative act of objection and a platform for ongoing dialogue. The exhibit empowers communities to engage with the topics of free expression and education.
About the Artist:
Rosa Naday Garmendia is a multi-disciplinary artist whose work combines contemporary art and activism, drawing inspiration from her personal journey as a Cuban migrant. Her work revolves around exploring humanity amidst the impact of cultural assimilation.
Through her creative practice, Garmendia aims to uncover concealed narratives, shedding light on untold stories that deserve understanding and recognition. Themes of identity, racism, and social justice are at the core of her art and drive her mission to create meaningful change.
Currently, she is a teaching artist at the Perez Art Museum Miami and is dedicated to creating a sense of community belonging beyond artificial geographic and ethnic boundaries. For more information on Garmendia’s work and scheduled public activations for Forbidden Pages…In Flight, please visit www.rosanadaygarmendia.com
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