Nadia Hernández presents living archive of Venezuelan protest music at AGNSW
Nadia Hernández, a Venezuelan artist, has presented a multidisciplinary installation, Para verte mejor, en todo tiempo, at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, showcasing the history of Venezuelan protest music. The installation includes a textile collage, soundscape, and mural created in collaboration with Venezuelan artists and members of the global diaspora.
Nadia Hernández, a Venezuelan artist now living in Melbourne, has created a multidisciplinary installation, Para verte mejor, en todo tiempo, currently on display at the Art Gallery of New South Wales (AGNSW). The installation is part of a project tracing the history of Venezuelan protest music. Venezuela has a strong tradition of protest, especially in its sonic culture, with millions protesting against President Nicolás Maduro's government in recent years. Hernández grew up listening to Venezuelan protest music, which she still listens to for strength and understanding. The installation comprises a textile collage, a 46-minute soundscape, and a site-specific mural created with collaborators from the Venezuelan diaspora. The project pays homage to Venezuelan folk music, known as gaita, which often reflects on current events and expresses political dissent.
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