|
|
|
|
||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||
|
||||
|
|
|
ExhibitionInsomnia [Awakening]: Works by Chandra GarssonFebruary 18 - March 27, 2004 | Insomnia [Awakening] website
Chandra Garsson's exhibition, Insomnia [Awakening], focuses on the culture of violence that perpetrates child abuse and sexual abuse of women, as told through the personal experiences of one local artist. The effects of child abuse and sexual assault are manifold at the scene of the trauma: pain, terror and humiliation wreak havoc in the mind and emotions. Lifelong repercussions can touch every aspect of the survivor's existence. Chandra Garsson's artistic journey is a profound reflection on the dignity of those who survive crimes of violence and neglect. By confronting violent crime as individuals and as a society, we empower the survivor, disempowering the criminal, and protect potential victims. Let us, as a community, open our eyes to the reality around us. Let us converse, tell, report, listen, and open our hearts to the survivors among us. This exhibition is supported by the Oakland City Council and by the City of Oakland's Cultural Funding Program. A catalogue of the works, each accompanied by a written account of the artist's experiences, will be available for sale during the exhibition. In conjunction with the exhibition, four to five authors will perform once a week. Most of the authors will be poets. The last night will also include an open mic where people will be encouraged to voice their thoughts about the issue of abuse through poetry or just heartfelt feelings. Musician Steven Halpern, as well as others, will lend their healing music to this event. All poetry programs were curated by Kim McMillon.
|
|
|
|
||||