Press Release
Jan 29, 2025 Vancouver, WA USA
Extreme Circumstances Call for Warmth in this Exhibit of International Romani and Local Talent
Seeking Warmth explores humanity's need for emotional and physical warmth, especially during times of extreme circumstances such as those caused by genocide, war, oppression, and neglect.
Ceija Stojka (1933-2013) was a child survivor of the Romani Holocaust (Samudaripen) who began sharing her experiences in written and painted format in 1988 at age 55. She is recognized as a bold activist of Roma, who continue to face persecution today. Sam Marroquin works in collage and paint to expose current and historical trauma within society, emphasizing systems that mask the atrocities against humanity. Daniel Baker examines the role of artistic practice as a form of social agency with a focus on Roma aesthetics.
The exhibit, held at Art at the Cave gallery in Vancouver, WA will include original works by each artist, as well as short video interviews with the artists. Various events and presentations will be available throughout the month, including an opening reception, artist talk, films and presentations regarding media consumption and the Romani Holocaust. Additional workshops designed for middle school students examine the life and creative expression of Cejia Stojka, and can be scheduled through the gallery.
The exhibit is made possible with the assistance of the Ceija Stojka International Association and the Stojka Family Estate.
Exhibit Events
Run of Show: March 4-29
Opening Reception
Friday, March 7 from 5-9 pm
Artist Talk
Saturday, March 15 from 1-2 pm
Presentation and Workshop
Critical Thinking on Media, Information, and Power Presented by Laurie Mercier and Sam Lohmann Wednesday, March 19, 5:00pm, Art at the Cave
Film Presentation
Under the Green Green Grass Beneath
This documentary on Ceija Stojka by Karin Berger presents 52 minutes of unfiltered commentary by Ceija Stojka on her experience at Bergen-Belson, and her struggle to return to daily life after liberation. Prior to her time at Bergen-Belson, she was interned at Auschwitz and Ravensbrück.
(tentative) March 22 AM, Kiggins Theater
Film Presentation
From Ground Zero
Composed of 22 short films, this anthology features documentaries, fiction, animation and experimental films by 22 Palestinian directors. The anthology film was conceived by Rashid Masharawi in October 2023, with the interest of supporting Palestinian creatives.
(tentative) March 27 PM, Kiggins Theater
Presentation
Romani Holocaust
Presented by Carol Silverman
Saturday, March 29, 5:00pm, Art at the Cave
Unless otherwise noted, events will be held at
Art at the Cave
108 E. Evergreen
Vancouver, WA 98660
artatthecave.com [email protected] 360-314-6506
Contact: Sharon Svec, 360-852-5062, [email protected]
