Artist Cynthia Gonzalez is photographed in September at the MACLA Hispanic art gallery in San Jose. Editor’s Note: This article was written for Mosaic Vision, an independent journalism training program for high school students who report and photograph stories under the guidance of professional journalists.
“This exhibition was a priority for MACLA because of a lack of representation for queer Latinx artists, whose culture is not truly reflected or appreciated in San Jose,” said Visual Arts Curator Alyssarhaye Graciano. “With this exhibition, we hope to foster empathy, respect and inclusivity while challenging stereotypes and biases.’’
Ever since, the openness of their work has resonated with many members of the local LGBTQ+ community, Gonzalez said.