Essential Workers: A Visual Narrative Opening Reception

Since 1973,Self Help Graphics & Art(SHG)has produced more than 2,000 art print editions, including 62 Professional Marking Program ateliers and exhibitions all over the world. The organization remains dedicated to the production, interpretation, and distribution of prints and other art media by Chicana/o and Latinx artists; and its multidisciplinary, intergenerational programs promote artistic excellence and empower community by providing access to working space, tools, training and beyond. SHG continues to foster emerging Chicana/o and Latinx artists through its world-class printmaking practice and supports the role of artists as leaders, both within its organization and the community.Learn more atwww.selfhelpgraphics.com.To make a donation, text SHG to 41444 or visitwww.selfhelpgraphics.com/donate.NOTE:SELF HELP GRAPHICS & ART AT 1300 1ST ST. IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC.In preparation of our building renovation our programs and workshops have moved off-site. Our administrative team has also moved off-site to our temporary office. To request a meeting or inquire about special accommodations for programs and workshops, please contact our team at 323-881-6444 or info@selfhelpgraphics.com Monday-Friday, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. PST.

Self Help Graphics & Art

Join us for the opening reception of Essential Workers: A Visual Narrative which honors essential workers and their contributions.

Essential Workers: A Visual NarrativeFebruary 25- March 30, 2023Essentials is a group exhibition highlighting and honoring essential workers' contributions and services throughout the US during the COVID-19 pandemic. Sixteen artists were invited nationwide to interview and capture an essential worker's journey and challenges that kept society and the country's health, market, and well-being moving forward during challenging conditions. Some subjects include a bus driver, a border travel nurse, a farmworker, and a correctional officer. Their stories have been captured and memorialized into visual narratives through diverse forms of printmaking. Participating artists include Marianne Sadowski, Narsiso Martinez, Audrey Chan, Michael Massenburg, Amanda Lee, Hanna Hathaway, Celeste de Luna, Juan de Dios Mora, Charles Cohan, Liz Chalfin, Sojin Kim, Jessica Caldas, Chloe Alexander, Tina Tavera, Carlos Barberena, Poli Marichal, Osvaldo de Jesús.The exhibition is made possible by funding from the Pasadena Art Alliance. R﻿egister now to attend the opening reception! ++++Know Before You Go:😷 Masking is optional but encouraged.🧒🏽 All ages welcome. 💭 Share your memories. Tag us in your photos on FB @selffhelpgraphics, IG or Twitter @shg1970. #SHGExhibitions #MariCardenas #ColoresdeValor🚙 Use gated parking adjacent to building or street parking.🚊 Our cultural center is also located directly across the street from Mendez High School and the Metro L Line (formerly Gold Line) at the Pico/Aliso station.📷 No unauthorized professional photography allowed. To request press passes or a media interview with the artist or curator, please email jen@jeneratemedia.com.Do you have questions about our exhibition or need to inquire about special accommodations for your visit? Please contact our administrative team at info@selfhelpgraphics.com or call 323-881-6444 with questions M-F, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

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