23Jul 2017 by Lab Chief No Comments

Sin Paredes: Storia #1

BLOG, Creative Activism, Public Art, Socially Engaged Art, Video, Writing
https://vimeo.com/211256612 Sin Paredes: Storia #1 Sin Paredes is a collaborative project created with the aim to give voice to the people who culturally and economically enrich our communities through their hard work, community engagement, and cultural contributions, yet who are not free to enjoy the same liberties as others because of their nationality, immigration status, gender, class, sexual orientation, or even just the color of their skin. Recognizing our shared humanity in the stories told in this series inspires us to take action towards building a better, more inclusive community where everyone is valued for their diverse perspectives and cultural contributions. Visit SinParedes.blog for more information. © 2017 Gabrielle Senza & Clemente S. Studio Lab Eleven
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17Nov 2013 by Lab Chief No Comments
The Collaborative Scroll

The Collaborative Scroll

Artist Book, Creative Activism, Project
First exhibited in 2001, The Collaborative Scroll was part of an installation I created at the New Marlborough Meeting House in New Marlborough, MA. On that piece of paper I shared one of my deepest, most shameful secrets about childhood sexual assault.  The night before the opening, I considered cutting that portion of the scroll off and choosing to exhibit it blank instead.  Struggling with the fear of what I imagined the experience would feel like if I went ahead and exhibited the scroll (something akin to standing stark naked in the gallery during the opening reception, completely vulnerable, open and scared) I agonized for hours over what to do. Ultimately, I decided I had to keep my story in. . . If I hide my story than I'm just…
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