Poster Design Exhibit

Curatorial Statement on Poster Design Selections

We selected works that express the tragedy of the Nakba, its persistent effects in the continued dispossession of Palestinians, and their ongoing hope for peace and justice. We sought works that communicated all of these messages clearly and powerfully so as to attract and educate the broader public about the struggle of the Palestinian people. Our final selections also breathe fresh and creative life into key symbols of this struggle.

Jessica Winegar, Curator, Visual Arts Selections
Assistant Professor, Dept. Anthropology, Temple University

Rania Matar, Visual Arts Jury Member, Documentary Photographer, www.raniamatar.com

Salma Abu Ayyash, Visual Arts Jury Member, co-founder of Tawassul.org, Palestinian arts initiative in Boston

May 28, 2008

Please Note: In addition to the award winner, five posters created by Ildiko Toth and Vassia Alaykova have been selected for Honorable Mention; these will be showcased in this exhibit shortly.

PARACHUTES FALLING

BY Ildiko Toth
PORTLAND, OREGON

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