Oswald "Debate 1 - The Importance of Black Self-Representation in Photography"

"Maternidade Negra à Luz" is a photography exhibition conceived by visual artist and writer Lubi Prates and curated by Renata Felinto. The project presents approximately 50 fine art photographs investigating contemporary representations of Black mothers, challenging historical stereotypes and offering alternative perspectives on Black motherhood. Developed through a sensitive research and creative process, the exhibition breaks with visual models that have historically reduced Black women to subordinate roles. Supported by PROAC 2024 for Creation and Production of Visual Arts Exhibitions, the project receives backing from the Government of the State of São Paulo through the Department of Culture and Creative Economy. Curator Renata Felinto, a researcher and artist recognized for her work in visual arts and discussions on race, gender and memory, connects the images to broader conversations about representation, history and identity.