14Y Gallery
Portraits of the Abayudaya
Fortunately, Tomorrow, Unfortunately, Tomorrow
Danielle Alhassid, Malena Dayen, Alan Jinich, Zhenya Lopatnik, Yael Magnes, Stacy Mehrfar, Ye’ela Wilschanski, Nechama Winston
Curated by Aya Goshen
This group exhibition is influenced by the fine line separating today and tomorrow, past and future, day and night, and inspired by Israeli author, Yehuda Amichai’s poem reflecting on paths not taken. The works contemplate not only the opportunities to come but also the shape of what hasn’t become.
Past Gallery Exhibitions: Portraits of the Abayudaya
Taken over the course of a year by artist Peter Decherney, the photographs on display document everyday life among the Abayudaya community, explore the Abayudaya’s mix of local Ugandan traditions and Jewish culture, and tell the unique story of a resilient community of African Jews.
Over the last 5 years, award-winning photographer and filmmaker Peter Decherney has partnered with Jewish communities in Ethiopia, Uganda, and South Africa to amplify their stories through photography and film. Decherney’s photographs of global Jewish communities have been exhibited in museums, galleries, and universities; in 2023, 14Y hosted his exhibit on the Ethiopian Jewish community.
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