Kislak Talks: José Bedia and Carol Damian
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Explore the power of collections with acclaimed artist José Bedia at Kislak Talks: The Collection and the Collector. Join Miami Dade College for a captivating conversation between internationally renowned artist José Bedia and Carol Damian, Curator of the Kislak Center. On Wednesday, April 17, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the MDC's Koubek Center Theatre, delve into the world of collecting and its profound impact on shaping our understanding of history and culture.
Bedia, a passionate collector of ritualistic and ceremonial art, will share his experiences traveling and collecting pieces that connect him to indigenous and Afro-diasporic spiritual systems. Together with Damian, they will explore a selection of works from both the Jay I. Kislak Collection at MDC and Bedia's personal collection. Through this exploration, they will illuminate the significance these objects hold for cultural history, offering a unique perspective on the past and present.
This free and open to the public event is a must for anyone interested in art, history, and the power of collecting.
