What Lies Beneath by Zilberman Gallery
Art Miami Magazine had the privilege of attending the opening reception for “What Lies Beneath”, a compelling group exhibition curated by Direlia Lazo, a Cuban-born, Miami-based curator. The event took place at Zilberman Gallery, and it was an immersive exploration of themes like identity, belonging, and the inner forces that shape us. The exhibition invited visitors to delve into the complexities that often lie beneath the surface of representation, urging a deeper reflection on the fluid and evolving nature of identity.
The opening night was marked by dynamic performances that set a powerful tone for the exhibition. Elizabet Cerviño’s performance, “Trillo: Desaliento de la Estela (Path: Dismay of the Stele)”, captivated the audience with its emotive intensity, while Elena Dahn’s activation of “Framing” drew viewers into an engaging interaction with the physical and conceptual boundaries of representation. Both performances beautifully illustrated the exhibition’s core idea of identity as something in constant transformation, shaped through emotional, social, and personal forces.
Featuring works by a diverse group of artists—Cecilia Bengolea, Liz Capote, Elizabet Cerviño, Isaac Chong Wai, Elena Dahn, Eva Fábregas, Zeynep Kayan, İz Öztat, and Iván Sikic—the exhibition emphasized the fluidity of identity. It highlighted moments of profound emotional transformation, challenging rigid definitions and inviting audiences to reflect on the complexities of both personal and collective identity. The show was an excellent example of how Zilberman Gallery is embracing performance as a powerful medium for expressing and exploring identity, particularly in a city like Miami, where the diverse cultural landscape shapes such conversations.
“What Lies Beneath” is an extraordinary exhibition that pushes boundaries, offering a platform to consider the unseen forces that shape us and how we choose to represent ourselves. Through its dynamic approach, the exhibition calls for a deeper understanding of the forces beneath the surface—those that define and transform us in profound ways.
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