Shedding Light on a Roma Artist, and the Fate of Her People

The exhibition at the Drawing Center highlights the life and work of Ceija Stojka, a Roma artist who dedicated her art to shedding light on the historical injustices faced by the Roma people during and after the Holocaust. Stojka's drawings and paintings provide a powerful and personal account of the persecution and genocide experienced by the Roma community. The exhibition showcases Stojka's harrowing depictions of the concentration camps and the hardships her people endured, as well as her efforts to commemorate and preserve the memory of this forgotten chapter of history. Through her art, Stojka aimed to give voice to the Roma experience and challenge the widespread ignorance and discrimination that the community continues to face. The exhibition serves as a poignant reminder of the ongoing struggle for recognition and justice for the Roma people, and the important role that artists like Stojka play in preserving their stories and advocating for their rights.