I went to the Phoenix Art Museum yesterday for a Members Only preview of an exhibit that opens on Sunday. It's called Archaeology of Memory and is an examination of the work and career of pioneering Chicana artist Amalia Mesa-Bains.
I didn't realize that the artist herself was going to be there to talk about the work. That's her in the electric wheel chair. The show contained a series of vignettes that are sort of life-sized ofrendas honoring someone who has passed on.
They were all quite beautiful and interesting to see. I spoke briefly to one of the docents working there and she said that it made her feel like a little kid visiting her grandmother's house and seeing all the things she had collected. I think that's a perfect description. I found myself examining all the little things in each scene. It's an interesting exhibit. I'm sure I'll visit it one more time.
8 comments:
Looks very nice to visit this exhibition.
Sounds like a nice experience.
It looks very calming, Sharon.
We celebrate Alla helgons dag in Sweden today. People will go to the cemetery and light a candle at the graves.
Fascinating!
Seems like a wonderful exhibition.
Yes, I can see how it would remind someone of their grandmother's house.
The exhibit is quite unique. Love the vibe.
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