With Anti-Asian violence rapidly increasing since the pandemic, now is the time to raise awareness and hold space for the Asian community. NYC based Korean & Spanish artist Bianca Romero, is painting a public mural in NYC to address anti-Asian sentiments and hold a space to represent the Asian community.
In addition to the mural, there will be a street fair event / mural unveiling in celebration of Asian Heritage Month (MAY) to uplift and support the community.
MURAL CONCEPT:
The phrase “hold space for…” has been recently popularized as a notion of allowing or creating space physically, mentally, and emotionally present for someone. It means putting your focus on someone to support them as they feel their feelings. An important aspect of holding space is managing judgment while you are present. The concept for the mural is to literally hold space to acknowledge the Asian community, and to claim space. Generally speaking, it’s been deep rooted in Asian culture, especially in America to try to blend in, not cause waves, not be loud or disruptive. This mural aims to challenge that notion by rightfully claiming presence and space for the Asian community to be represented, to promote unity, compassion, and justice.
CONFIRMED MURAL WALL:
ADDRESS: NY Chinese Alliance Church 160 Eldridge St, New York NY
- DELANCEY ST / ELDRIDGE ST (North-East corner with DEP protected adjacent lot.)
Organizations involved:
- Artist Bianca Romero (www.biancaromero.com)
- THRIVE Collective 501(c)(3) (www.thrivecollective.org)
DATES:
May 22 - Asian Heritage Month Street Fair / Mural unveiling event - on Eldridge St, next to the mural.
May 14-24 - Mural Painting
*Mural to stay up permanently/as long as it lasts. Will be coated with anti-graffiti color stay varnish to ensure the longevity of the art.
Wall Specs: 1500 SQFT - 50ft wide x 30ft height
Funds raised will contribute to:
- Mural Production (design, materials, rentals, staffing, equipment, mural painting) $35,000.00
- Unveiling Event / Asian Heritage Street Fair (entertainment, permits, sound, rentals, food) $5,000.00
