Alexandra Croitoru Joins Brooklyn Museum`s "In the Now: Gender and Nation in Europe" Exhibition
Thu, May 30
|Brooklyn
The visual artist and curator will also give a talk as part of the Art History Happy Hour: "In the Now"
Time & Location
May 30, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Brooklyn, 200 Eastern Pkwy, Brooklyn, NY 11238, USA
About The Event
We are delighted to announce our support for the inclusion of Romanian photographer Alexandra Croitoru in a new exhibition at the Brooklyn Museum entitled "In the Now: Gender and Nation in Europe, Selections from the Sir Mark Fehrs Haukohl Photography Collection". This exhibition brings together nearly 50 women artists from Europe, exploring themes of power, identity, and history through the lens of photography. Running from March 8 to July 7, 2024, the exhibition delves into issues such as migration, the enduring impact of nationalism in Europe, and the pervasive influence of patriarchal power structures.
Through the photographic techniques she uses, the artist challenges the historically male-centric narrative of photography, offering fresh perspectives on societal norms and expectations. Alexandra Croitoru's work specifically sheds light on the societal and patriarchal pressures faced by women.
Furthermore, Alexandra Croitoru will present her series of photographs featured in the collection during a public event on…