Nica Aquino is a multidisciplinary artist, analog photographer & educator originally from Los Angeles, California. Aquino holds a BFA in Photography from the Pacific Northwest College of Art in Portland, Oregon and an MA in Visual Culture from the School of Art at Manchester Metropolitan University in Manchester, United Kingdom. Her work reveals place, identity, diaspora and the cross-cultural experience through a photographic lens and a variety of mixed medias. Via photography, viewers see through the eyes of a first generation Ilokana-American trying to navigate North American culture and drawing inspiration from the people and places around her, exploring the commonality of diverse immigrant diasporas and communities in the US and beyond. Aquino has been working in non-profit organizations since 2015. She is now residing in Northeast Los Angeles, where she is an art educator for Center for the Arts Eagle Rock's art program, Imagine Studio. She works with predominantly POC students of Title 1 status and is excited to share art with the kids in her community. |
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IMAGES OF POWER; SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS. 02/10/2018 - 02/24/2018
"Freight Gallery announces a dynamic and powerful group exhibition of thirty artists from Brooklyn to Los Angeles exploring Images of Power and the past, present, and unknown future for those fighting and living in a world built on ideals of white supremacy.
The artists presented integrate current events, historical quandaries and the rising tide of fascism at our doorstep. Highlighting recent events, such as the upsurge of neo-Nazism and the horrors of the police state, the exhibit also highlights the powers of good – such as the collective action against the outpour of xenophobia. Images of Power is a snapshot of history and the contemporary situation that leaves no room for ambiguity and pulls no punches.
Featured Artists include: Abel Ortiz Acosta, Albert Alvarez, Veronica (Nica) Aquino, Amanda Benavides, Sarah Castillo, Jose Cosme, Joe De La Cruz, Manuel Diz, André Filipek, Mario Garza, Xavier Gilmore, Marcelia Gonzales, Raul Gonzalez, Suzy Gonzalez, Rafael Fernando Gutierrez, Jr., Alejandro Macias, Jesús María, Mark Anthony Martinez, Maximiliano, Patrick McGrath Muñiz, Ashley Mireles, Juan de Dios Mora, Kristel A. Orta-Puente, Andrei Rentería, Alán Serna, Justin Sterling, Jon Tyson, Juan Vallejo, Christopher Velasco, and Jose Villalobos."
Co-curated by conceptual artist, Mark Anthony Martinez, and independent curator, Alana J. Coates.
The artists presented integrate current events, historical quandaries and the rising tide of fascism at our doorstep. Highlighting recent events, such as the upsurge of neo-Nazism and the horrors of the police state, the exhibit also highlights the powers of good – such as the collective action against the outpour of xenophobia. Images of Power is a snapshot of history and the contemporary situation that leaves no room for ambiguity and pulls no punches.
Featured Artists include: Abel Ortiz Acosta, Albert Alvarez, Veronica (Nica) Aquino, Amanda Benavides, Sarah Castillo, Jose Cosme, Joe De La Cruz, Manuel Diz, André Filipek, Mario Garza, Xavier Gilmore, Marcelia Gonzales, Raul Gonzalez, Suzy Gonzalez, Rafael Fernando Gutierrez, Jr., Alejandro Macias, Jesús María, Mark Anthony Martinez, Maximiliano, Patrick McGrath Muñiz, Ashley Mireles, Juan de Dios Mora, Kristel A. Orta-Puente, Andrei Rentería, Alán Serna, Justin Sterling, Jon Tyson, Juan Vallejo, Christopher Velasco, and Jose Villalobos."
Co-curated by conceptual artist, Mark Anthony Martinez, and independent curator, Alana J. Coates.
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"Like many artists that harness the power of the written word to add impact to their practice, such as, Barbara Kruger and Jenny Holzer, Aquino appropriates text to deepen her visual message. Historical text from U.S. Senator Albert Beveridge declaring his support for the annexation of the Philippines is overlaid on a childhood image of the artist. The villainous qualities of “savages” that Beveridge bestows on the Philippine people with his racist rhetoric lays emblazon over the sparkling smile of an innocent child."
-Images of Power Curatorial Team |
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Luis M Garza @lmgphotoarts
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1913 S Flores St, San Antonio, TX 78204
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PRESENTING AT ADELANTE MUJER LATINA CONFERENCE 2018, SATURDAY, APRIL 21, 2018, 7AM - 3PM:
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College & Career Conference for girls ages 12 to 21 Parents, relatives, mentors encouraged to accompany their youth. For any questions, feel free to email us at adelante@adelanteya.org Where Pasadena City College 1570 E. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91106 Features: Workshops presented by Latina professionals on education, careers, financial aid and personal development. Keynote Speakers representing California's influential Latinas Representatives from colleges, universities, community organizations, corporate and government employers Spanish language workshops designed for mothers Registration fee -- includes continental breakfast, lunch, and conference materials |
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