Closing Reception! Lost Love: A Journey of Resilience
FLYPAPER Gallery, Chicago, IL
Lost Love: A Journey of Resilience
A Widows Storytelling Exhibit
The exhibition focuses on the narratives of black women who have lost their spouses, many before the age of 40. Through photography and interviews, it showcases the unique love stories of these women, the events leading to their widowhood, and their life paths since that pivotal moment.
The aim is to immerse visitors in a sensory-rich experience, delving into themes of resilience, grief, new beginnings, strength, and perseverance. Attendees will listen to the women's stories, contemplate their own encounters with grief, and ponder resilience as a remarkable quality.
This exhibit aims to shed light on the journey of widows, highlighting the complexities of widowhood. Young black widows worldwide hold the memories of their loved ones and their own stories. Their victories, endurance, resilience, and strength deserve to be shared.
EXHIBIT CLOSING RECEPTION:
Saturday, May 18, 2024 | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join Elle Davis, curator and 10-year widow for the Chicago debut of Love Lost: A Journey of Resilience. Ten years ago on April 16, 2014, Elle unexpectedly lost her husband Paul Davis. This year, she flipped the date on it's head with the opening reception of Lost Love. What was once a day remembered for grief and loss was reimagined to a day of triumph and testimony. Elle and six other widows are featured in this jaw-dropping exhibit, sharing with the world how they navigated life after loss. You want to visit to feel the power of their words and witness their resilience in motion. This exhibit is for everyone, so bring the whole family out to learn about the experiences of a few young, black widows. The exhibit is a mixed-media depiction.
*To learn more about Elle Davis, visit: www.elledavisspeaks.com
About the venue: FLYPAPER Gallery is owned by award winning photographer, Clifton Henri, and is is a space that celebrates Works-on-Paper that delve into the depths of human experience both in visual and literary forms.
ADDITIONAL PROGRAMING... *to register click here
Activations & Viewing Hours
April, 25, 2024 - Grief Support Group
May 2, 2024 - Journal your Grief
May 9, 2024 - Floral Design
*Activations occur from 6:00-7:00 PM and viewing hours will be from 7:00 - 9:00 PM
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:
We have sponsorship opportunities available! Please click here to view the sponsorship deck. You can support monetarily or through in-kind goods or services. Please contact us at [email protected] to finalize your sponsorship level.
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3. Code of Conduct: 3.1 All attendees are expected to conduct themselves in a respectful and professional manner. 3.2 Harassment, discrimination, or any form of inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated and may result in removal from the Event. 3.3 Attendees are encouraged to report any incidents of misconduct to Event staff or organizers.
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This event is provided to attendees at no cost. As such, there are no ticket fees or charges associated with attendance.
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