Mandela Hudson: ????? ????? ?? ??? ????
@ Tala
1644 W Chicago, #1, Chicago, IL 60622
Opening Friday, January 17th, from 6PM - 9PM
On view through Saturday, March 1st
We are thrilled to announce ????? ????? ?? ??? ????, an exhibition by Mandela Hudson, curated by Denny Mwaura. Join us for the opening reception on Friday 1/17, 6-9PM 
For his first solo exhibition, Chicago-born artist Mandela Hudson presents a collection of photographs that challenge the notion of sole authorship in storytelling. These works are part of a larger monograph tracing his connections between Chicago and Detroit, emphasizing the profound influences of family, design, history, Chicago’s social and architectural landscapes, and the unacknowledged creative vision found within inherited vernacular photography. Rather than asserting himself as the sole creator of these images, Mandela focuses on the emotions, ideas, and social ties they distinctly evoke.
The exhibition’s title, ????? ????? ?? ??? ????, draws from theological and Nativity themes, exploring concepts of light overcoming darkness, the beauty of simplicity, and the connection between otherworldly dimensions and earthly existence. Whether referencing spiritual beliefs, landscapes, personal history, or his practice in Judo, Mandela’s work reflects a layered introspective dialogue within a growing body of work.
Opening Friday 1/17, 6-9PM
On view through March 1st, 2025
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