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February 16, 2025
by Ri Anderson
I recently took a dance vacation in Cuba. I spent seven days in old Havana, dancing for most of the day, and wandering the streets in my spare time. I was fascinated by the rich layers of history, culture, and resilience I found all around me.
Cuba's unique blend of old-world charm and lively personal connections captivated me. I found myself photographing the streets of old Havana in a way I had not practiced for many years: exploring public spaces and looking into private ones. In so doing I made images of markings and passings of the people occupying those spaces I examined.
For this exhibition I decided to show these straight photographs -- straight in the sense that they are not manipulated or digitally collaged in my usual style. In this work I seek to illuminate the layered intricacies of Cuba and its inhabitants, including the beauty, hardships, directness and resilience of its thriving people and culture.
Through this collection, I invite viewers to experience the richness and complexities of Cuban life. I hope that these images inspire dialogue and reflection about the human experience as found in Havana today.
www.rianderson.com
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Habana Ritmo
Ri Anderson - opening
Friday, Feb 28, 5-8pm
Galería Blue Moon, Stirling Dickinson 7
Friday's opening reception will feature live music by Fusion Cubana with Richard Adelman. This musical trio of Carlos, Penny and Ricardo specialize in the traditional Cuban instruments of the Cuban tres, bass, and bongó.
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