“The Many Faces of Stereotypes” by Soraida, Creator of Verdadism

Feb. 27, 2009 - PRLog -- Soraida, New York-born artist known internationally for creating the Art of Verdadism, addresses stereotypes through a series of ink drawings depicting the many faces of men and women of all races, ethnicity and religions. Since 1992, Soraida has been a social advocate and activist whose hardedge abstract paintings juxtaposed with written social commentaries have been recognized for tackling racism, sexism, stereotypes and many of the issues plaguing America society.

This series of original hand drawn ink drawings were inspired by Soraida’s original painting, Puerto Rican Stereotype: The Way You See Me Without Looking At Me, and this painting’s written social commentary, which was written in 1992: “Throughout my life, I have met lots of people that have never experienced meeting or getting to know a Puerto Rican woman. I have had some people admit to me their feelings on what they thought a Puerto Rican woman looked and acted like. Puerto Rican Stereotype: The Way You See Me Without Looking At Me is a satirical painting on the false information given to me by the media and other life experiences. The bowl of fruit on the head represents my childhood memories of Hollywood’s ‘Carmen Miranda’ portrayal of women from Spanish-Speaking backgrounds. The tray in the hands is also from Hollywood’s prevalent image of Puerto Rican women as domestic help. The bold colors show the stereotype of loudness that is assumed as to how Puerto Rican women dress. The obvious colorful female genitalia show the Puerto Rican woman’s place in society as ornaments.”

Opening reception is by appointment only: March 7, 2009 from 3-7PM. This exhibition ends March 28th. The Verdadism Art Gallery is located in a 110 year old Queen Anne Victorian building, minutes from Philadelphia and within close proximity to New York City. To make your reservation, call 856-346-3131 or visit http://www.soraida.com/verdadism.htm

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The Verdadism Art Gallery is owned by Soraida Martinez, a socially conscious artist who since 1992 has been promoting social change through abstract paintings juxtaposed with written social commentaries. The artist is internationally known for her messages of peace, hope and understanding.