Arleene Correa Valencia makes New York debut at Fridman Gallery

Fridman Gallery is presenting Arleene Correa Valencia’s first solo exhibition in New York City, CÓDICE •• SOBREVIVIENDO A LA PERSECUCIÓN / CODEX •• SURVIVING THE PERSECUTION, in collaboration with Catharine Clark Gallery. In CÓDICE •• SOBREVIVIENDO A LA PERSECUCIÓN / CODEX •• SURVIVING THE PERSECUTION, Bay Area-based artist Arleene Correa Valencia continues and expands her exploration of family history and Mexican migrant narratives through multimedia paintings and textiles. Made in close collaboration with family and community members, the series presents a timely protest at a moment when immigration is at the forefront of American politics, reminding us how art and joy can form meaningful modes of resistance. Today, we are beyond rhetoric. From ICE carrying