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Daniel Lind-Ramos on Art, Solidarity, and Community

While preparing for the exhibition of his sculpture Figura de Poder, artist Daniel Lind-Ramos explores his artistic interests and their origins. From his construction process to the mysticism of vejigantes, Lind-Ramos guides us through his upbringing in Loíza, Puerto Rico, and the myriad of inspirations for his art. Figura de Poder was on view at the National Gallery of Art from April 10 to July 17, 2022, as part of the Afro-Atlantic Histories exhibition. Major support for this exhibition was provided by the Ford Foundation. Additional funding was provided by the Exhibition Circle of the National Gallery of Art and the Annenberg Fund for the International Exchange of Art. This film was made possible in part by the Elson Lecture Series. The Elson Lecture Series features distinguished contemporary artists who are represented in the Gallery's permanent collection. The Honorable and Mrs. Edward E. Elson generously endowed this series in 1992. 

Mientras se prepara para la exhibición de su escultura Figura de Poder, el artista Daniel Lind-Ramos explora sus intereses artísticos y sus orígenes. Desde su proceso de construcción hasta la mística de los vejigantes, Lind-Ramos nos guía a través de su crianza en Loíza, Puerto Rico y la miríada de fuentes de inspiración para su arte. Figura de Poder estuvo en exhibición en la Galería Nacional de Arte del 10 de abril al 17 de julio de 2022 como parte de la exposición Historias afroatlánticas. La Ford Foundation brindó un apoyo significativo para esta exhibición. El Círculo de Exposiciones de la Galería Nacional de Arte y el Fondo Annenberg para el Intercambio Internacional de Arte proporcionaron financiación adicional. Esta película fue posible en parte gracias a la serie de conferencias Elson. La serie de conferencias Elson presenta a distinguidos artistas contemporáneos que están representados en la colección permanente de la galería. El Honorable Edward E. Elson y su esposa financiaron generosamente esta serie en 1992.

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