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SUMMARY:Rasanbleman | Culture in Place: The Evolution of Haiti Cultural Exchange 2009 - 2022
DESCRIPTION:Rasanbleman | Culture in Place: The Evolution of Haiti Cultural Exchange 2009 – 2022; a photography and archive exhibition from HCX programs featuring Mc Alexander Ciceron\, Paul Corbanese\, Liz Gauthier\, Richard Louissaint\, Jocelyn McCalla\, Keylah Mellon\, Tequila Minsky\, and Claire J. Saintil.\nOn view until November 17th\, 2024\nHaiti Cultural Exchange\, 558 St. John’s Pl\, Brooklyn NY 11238 \nGallery Hours\nThursday – Sunday\, 1pm – 6pm\nWednesdays by appointment only \n  \nCo-Curated by Steven Baboun and Kassandra L. Khalil\nArchival Manager\, Micaela Walker\nGraphic Design\, Kathryn Dreier \nHCX is delighted to present our first exhibition in the new Haiti Cultural Exchange Gallery as part of our expanded Vizyon Atistik programming. Rasanbleman | Culture in Place  will highlight our community history with those who have captured our story. Rasanbleman | Culture in Place will feature the work of HCX’s documenting photographers alongside vivid moments from our Archive. Through the lens\, this group of artists present their core snapshots of the memories\, joy\, and growing visions for New York’s Haitian culture in action. \nRasanbleman is a gathering – of ideas\, of actions\, of energies\, of bodies – focused and reshaping to share space together. Gina Athena Ulysse describes rasanblaj as an “assembly\, compilation\, enlisting\, regrouping”. When assembling together\, how does a community knit moments in time and place to the fabric of collective memory? \nOur presence in community is the core of the archive. Ourselves as creators\, storytellers\, and witnesses are the originating thread. Holding both heritage and evolution\, we mark and strengthen our arrangements to contemporary and future visions of our culture. \nRasanbleman | Culture in Place: The Evolution of Haiti Cultural Exchange 2009 – 2022 will highlight our community’s history with those who have helped capture the texture of gatherings in the Haiti Cultural Exchange story featuring the work of HCX’s documenting photographers alongside vivid moments from our Archive.  \nThrough the lens\, photographers Mc Alexander Ciceron\, Paul Corbanese\, Liz Gauthier\, Richard Louissaint\, Jocelyn McCalla\, Keylah Mellon\, Tequila Minsky\, and Claire J. Saintil interwork their core snapshots of the memories\, joy\, and the growing visions for New York’s Haitian culture in action. Alongside these artists’ work\, Rasanbleman | Culture in Place will present ephemera from Haiti Cultural Exchange’s presenting history\, marking pivotal moments in the continued emergence and visibility of Haitian creativity in New York City. \nRasanbleman | Culture in Place builds off Haiti Cultural Exchange’s current digital and print archive initiative. Spanning the period from 2009–2022\, Haiti Cultural Exchange (HCX) is highlighting the vibrancy of the Haitian community\, culture\, and heritage in a printed anthology and web project. \nThe online digital archive will feature unique documentation of the creative movement in New York City’s Haitian cultural community. View the online archive preview here!
URL:https://haiticulturalx.org/event/rasanbleman-culture-in-place-the-evolution-of-haiti-cultural-exchange-2009-2022/
LOCATION:Haiti Cultural Exchange\, 35 Lafayette Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11217\, United States
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SUMMARY:Zarita Zevallos | Uprooted: Haitian Diaspora and Displacement.
DESCRIPTION:On view now in the HCX Studio is an exhibition by Zarita Zevallos entitled Uprooted: Haitian Diaspora and Displacement\nUprooted: Haitian Diaspora and Displacement explores the impact of ongoing challenges faced by Haitians\, particularly in the context of gang violence\, financial and political instability.  Through visuals and interactive installations\, visitors are invited to witness the reality and struggles of the Haitian community forced to flee their homeland in search of safety and opportunity\, as they navigate displacement\, adapt to new environments\, and strive to preserve their cultural heritage. “Uprooted” sheds light on the complexities of forced migration\, highlighting the human experience behind the headlines and offering a poignant reflection on solidarity\, resilience\, and the pursuit of a better future amidst adversity. Recently\, over 600\,000 people were displaced due to gang violence; and over 12\,000 refugee camps currently exist throughout the capital. Drawing on the words of Frantz Fanon “Sometimes the eyes of a nation are opened suddenly\, and they see that their entire structure is rotten and that they must begin again.” \nOn view until November 17th\, 2024\nHaiti Cultural Exchange\, 558 St. John’s Pl\, Brooklyn NY 11238\n \nGallery Hours\nThursday – Sunday\, 1pm–6pm\nWednesday by appointment only. \n— \nABOUT THE ARTIST\nZarita Zevallos\, a Haitian Photographer and Architect based in Brooklyn\, New York\, is renowned for her distinctive artistic approach. Her work merges hand editing and superimposing photographs of darker-skinned bodies with powerful materials like thread\, bullets\, glass\, and barbwire\, among others. Through her art\, she delves into themes of identity\, gender roles\, crimes committed by nations\, non-conformism\, and political or ideological authoritarianism. Her objective goes beyond denouncing\, educating\, and raising awareness. She aspires to ignite movement and incite change\, pushing the limits of expression and inspiring transformative action through her thought-provoking creations.
URL:https://haiticulturalx.org/event/zarita-zevallos-uprooted-haitian-diaspora-and-displacement/
LOCATION:Haiti Cultural Exchange\, 35 Lafayette Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11217\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mizik Ayiti! with TiCorn
DESCRIPTION:Join Haiti Cultural Exchange on Thursday\, October 10th to kick off this season of Mizik Ayiti! with vocalist & guitarist TiCorn!\nThursday\, October 10th\n6-9 pm\nHaiti Cultural Exchange\, 558 St. John’s Pl\, Brooklyn NY 11238 \nThe Haitian songstress TiCorn & her guitar invite you to share her rich repertoire filled with nostalgia and memories – to sing along with her and introduce young people to music that will forever remain great classics of Haitian folklore\, as well as to her own Creole Chansons. \nJoin Haiti Cultural Exchange for a unique concert followed by a signature sale of her albums and songbook. TiCorn will also present her newest project: a colorfully illustrated lyrical songbook of 15 Creole originals by the great poet & composer Jean-Claude Martineau\, that she had the pleasure to interpret during her long career. The booklet includes English translation and a CD compilation. \n—\nAbout the Artist \nSinger-songwriter TiCorn (Cornelia Schütt\, 1953) is a cherished artist of Haiti. She grew up in Cap Haitien\, where her German family has lived for several generations. Her multicultural heritage adds an interesting touch to her international career as a Creole-language singer. \n—\nSocials \nYouTube | Facebook | Instagram | Website \n  \n\n——— \nLa chanteuse haïtienne TiCorn* et sa guitare vous invitent à partager son riche répertoire rempli de nostalgie et de souvenirs\, à chanter avec elle et à faire découvrir aux jeunes des chansons qui resteront à jamais de grands classiques du folklore haïtien ainsi qu’à ses propres Chansons Créoles. Avec sa voix chaude et expressive\, TiCorn s’adresse non seulement à son fidèle public haïtien mais aussi à tous les fans de musiques du monde. \nUn concert unique suivi d’une vente signature de ses albums et de son Songbook. Elle présentera également sa plus récente production : un livret illustré an couleur avec les paroles de 15 chansons créoles du grand poète/compositeur Jean-Claude Martineau\, qu’elle a eu le plaisir d’interpréter au cours de sa longue carrière. Le livret continent an plus leur traduction anglaise et une compilation de CD. \n*L’auteure-compositrice-interprète TiCorn (Cornelia Schütt\, 1953) est une artiste d’Haïti très apprécié. Elle grandit au Cap-Haïtien\, où sa famille allemande vit depuis plusieurs générations. Son héritage multiculturel ajoute une touche intéressante à sa carrière internationale de chanteuse d’èxpression Créole. \n 
URL:https://haiticulturalx.org/event/mizik-ayiti-with-ticorn/
LOCATION:Haiti Cultural Exchange\, 35 Lafayette Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11217\, United States
CATEGORIES:mizik ayiti 2024
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SUMMARY:An n Pale with Rasanbleman | Culture In Place Curator & Artists
DESCRIPTION:How does a community knit moments in time and place to the fabric of collective memory?\nRasanbleman | Culture in Place: The Evolution of Haiti Cultural Exchange 2009 – 2022 now on view at the HCX Gallery features the work of documenting photographers alongside vivid moments from the Haiti Cultural Exchange Archive. Through the lens\, this group of artists present their core snapshots of the memories\, joy\, and growing visions for New York’s Haitian culture in action. \nJoin Rasanbleman | Culture in Place co-curator Steven Baboun and exhibited documentarians Mc Alexander Ciceron\, Paul Corbanese\, Liz Gauthier\, Richard Louissaint\, Jocelyn McCalla\, and Tequila Minsky to discuss their creative methods\, inspiration\, and connection to community. \nThursday\, October 17\, 2024\n6-9pm\nHaiti Cultural Exchange\n558 St Johns Place\, Brooklyn\, NY 11238 \nRasanblaman | Culture in Place and the HCX Archive are made possible with the generous support of the New York Community Trust. \n— \nAbout An n Pale \nAn n Pale | Let’s Talk is an ongoing series of artist talks featuring conversational encounters with artists engaged with issues connected to Haiti and the Diaspora.  \n— \nBIOS \nSTEVEN BABOUN\nSteven Baboun is the co-curator of Rasanbleman | Culture in Place: The Evolution of Haiti Cultural Exchange 2009 – 2022. Baboun is an artist\, photographer\, and creative director from Port-au-Prince\, Haiti\, based in New York City. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Film and Media Arts and a minor in Education Studies from American University\, as well as a Master of Fine Arts in Photography from Parsons School of Design. Baboun works in photography\, video\, performance\, textile + multimedia installation\, and design. Currently\, Baboun is the founder and creative director of Studio Baboun\, a creative house based in Brooklyn\, New York. He is the co-founder\, CEO\, and lead creative of NativRoots Collective\, a content production and creative development agency. \nMc ALEXANDER CICERON\nMc Alexander Ciceron is a visual artist originally from the vibrant streets of Port-au-Prince\, Haiti\, now based in New York City. His artistic journey began in early childhood\, exploring the world through painting. At the age of seven\, he became fascinated with his godfather’s camera\, sparking a lifelong passion for storytelling that has since become a defining aspect of his life. \nWhile his journey began with photography\, Mc Alexander’s creative vision expanded to include film\, production design\, and creative direction\, forming a seamless blend of visual storytelling that crafts immersive scenes\, engaging viewers\, and transforming concepts into multi-layered experiences. \nWhile his editorial and commercial work is diverse\, his passion projects are deeply rooted in the narratives of the Black experience\, with a particular focus on documenting the lives of Haitians within the diaspora and in Haiti itself. His documentary projects\, including Fanm Djanm\, The Portrait of Haiti\, and Vévé\, highlight the resilience and captivating beauty of Haitian humanity\, shedding light on often unseen\, untold\, and underrepresented stories. The Portrait of Haiti offers a profound glimpse into the soul of Haiti\, capturing the essence of its people and their resilience both on the island and within the diaspora\, while Vévé celebrates Haitian traditions\, offering an intimate look at the cultural rituals that shape its heritage. \nDriven by a profound commitment to capturing the rich complexity of Black narratives\, Mc Alexander’s work is an ever-evolving journey that continuously explores the limitless possibilities of storytelling. \nPAUL CORBANESE\nPaul Corbanese is an amateur photographer who likes to take pictures of the meaningful activities organized by Haitian organizations in the New York City area such as art exhibits\, book fairs\, fundraisers\, film screenings and conferences. He is a lifelong advocate for justice and democracy in Haiti. He witnessed Haiti Cultural Exchange’s first steps in the community to become today a reference in the Haitian diaspora for its promotion of Haitian culture and its programs to showcase the work and talent of Haitian artists. \nPaul Corbanese is a founding member of the Toussaint Louverture Cultural Foundation. The foundation supports artists and artisans in Haiti through fundraising to help alleviate the hardship faced by many due to the present crisis situation. It also organizes activities to promote Haitian culture in the diaspora and collaborates with other organizations that have similar objectives. \nLIZ GAUTHIER\nLiz Gauthier is a Haitian-born photographer and operations leader currently residing in Brooklyn\, New York with their wife and son. They discovered their passion for photography at an early age and began exploring it more deeply in their 20s. Liz’s early work involved documenting events organized by the Haiti Cultural Exchange\, which allowed them to capture the vibrant culture and community spirit of their fellow Haitians—a source of immense pride and fulfillment. Balancing a career in operations leadership with creative pursuits\, Liz is dedicated to using photography as a medium to celebrate beauty in all its forms\, as seen throughout the world. \nRICHARD LOUSSAINT\nQueens\, New York City-based Richard Louissaint is a first-generation Haitian-American self-taught filmmaker and photographer. Born in Montreal\, he was inspired by his upbringing in Queens and Haitian and African-American culture. He focuses his work on people of color\, particularly those of Haitian descent. Through portraiture\, film\, and documentaries\, he captures the essence and experiences of these communities. \nJOCELYN MCCALLA\nJocelyn McCalla is the Senior Policy Advisor for the Haitian-American Foundation for Democracy. Mr. McCalla has long campaigned in favor of human rights\, democracy and the rule of law in Haiti\, and for the rights of Haitians abroad. He consults regularly with a wide range of leaders\, governmental\, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations of various ideological persuasions and interests.  \nMr. McCalla served as Executive Director of the National Coalition for Haitian Rights (NCHR) for some twenty years\, and of the New Jersey Immigration Policy Network. Under his leadership\, the NCHR established a field office in Haiti with the explicit purpose of spinning it off eventually into an independent human rights group led and managed by Haitians. It is today known as the Réseau National de Défense des Droits Humains (RNDDH). \nMr. McCalla is a founder of the Haitian Studies Association. He has served on the Board of the National Immigration Forum\, the NY Immigration Coalition\, the Friends of Matènwa and the Advisory Board of Human Rights Watch/Americas.  \nMr. McCalla was born in Haiti and resides in the United States. \nTEQUILA MINSKY\nTequila Minsky’s first trip to Haiti—a human rights trip in 1993—changed her life. She meets incredibly vibrant people with a rich culture who face multiple challenges. She returns to the country and continues to return during the next three decades. \nIn over 20 trips\, as a photojournalist and writer\, Tequila Minsky has been covering the Haitian world including the work of women’s organizations\, microcredit\, midwife practice\, peasant organizations\, and varied cultural activities and current events. \nHer two solo exhibits Haitian Women: Portraits of Courage (Brecht Forum\, 2004) and Haiti=Survival\, No question but (Soho Photo Gallery\, 2011\, photos from the earthquake)\, works in group shows and slide presentations reflect these interests.  \nOn the Diaspora side\, she covers much in the Haitian practice of art\, music\, religion\, and written and spoken word. An early supporter of Haiti Cultural Exchange\, she also documents other Haitian artists\, and arts and academic associations. Her photos and articles are widely published.
URL:https://haiticulturalx.org/event/an-n-pale-with-rasanbleman-culture-in-place-curator-artists/
LOCATION:Haiti Cultural Exchange\, 35 Lafayette Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11217\, United States
CATEGORIES:Vizyon Atistik
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