Astrid
González

Awardee

Country

Colombia

Astrid González reexamines history through her artistic practice.

Themes
Racial justice
Reexamining history
Disciplines
Visual Art
Video Art
Artistic Research
Awards
SEED Award 2024

Profile

Astrid González is a multidisciplinary artist based in Colombia. Astrid's work encompasses video, photography, and sculpture, focusing on reflections on the historical experiences of Afro-descendant communities in the Americas. Through her art, she explores themes of identity, memory, and social justice, aiming to provoke critical dialogue and awareness of cultural heritage and marginalization.

One of her notable projects includes a documentary on Afro-Colombian dance traditions, which received international recognition for its exploration of cultural resilience and preservation. Her works have been exhibited extensively, including at prominent venues such as the Museum of Memory and Human Rights in Santiago de Chile, the Museum of Modern Art in Medellín, and the Museum of Antioquia. Astrid's contributions to the arts extend beyond her exhibitions, as she actively engages in community outreach and education initiatives, advocating for inclusivity and representation in cultural narratives.