Unseen America
When most people around the world think of the United States, iconic images of New York City, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C., come to mind. Movies and television have filled the imagination of most foreigners with the Empire State building and the Hollywood sign, but there is much more to this vast and diverse country. Though it is amongst the most beautiful and interesting parts of the country, the American southwest is underrepresented in the minds of many outside and even inside the U.S.
About the Project
This exhibition is meant to expose people around the world to the less-known wonders of the U.S., the landscape and culture of the southwest. The paysage is breath-taking and unique, and the culture is sharply different from what is considered typically American by most. Through this exhibition, I hope to pique the interest and capture the hearts of the viewers, so that one day they may choose to visit the beautiful place where I grew up.
Project Summary
“Unseen America,” is an installation of documentary photography showcasing parts of the United States that are not well known. Your support helps share these unique landscapes, cultures, and communities while encouraging engagement with communities around the world.
Unseen America project opened in Kyiv, Ukraine in March 2019. The project was featured at the America House cultural space and sponsored by the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine. Additionally, the project was discussed as part of Hispanic Heritage Month in the virtual educational series “Siesta Americana” in Kyiv in 2020. The exhibition was also sponsored by the U.S. Embassy in Tbilisi, Georgia and was featured at Tbilisi State University in March of 2023, Ilia State University in July of 2023 and the “Kvareli American Shelf” in Kvareli, Georgia where it is now a permanent exhibition.
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