Personae II

Personae II is a multimedia exhibition featuring large-format photographs, slow-motion video portraits, a VR 360 behind-the-scenes experience, video interviews with the participants and an interactive installation replicating the original photo set, where visitors can have their own portraits taken. 

The photographic series is divided into two distinct styles: one features subjects in vibrant, colorful sets, symbolizing the transformative power of imagination and how anyone can reshape their environment. The other series uses a dark backdrop, serving as a reflective “mirror” for viewers to explore shared connections and commonalities.

The project explores the enduring human spirit, expressed through dreams, fantasy, and creativity, to provide perspective on lived experiences. Carlos David collaborates with a diverse group unified by themes of conflict and trauma. By working with underrepresented groups, the project fosters dialogue between viewer and subject, offering participants a platform for self-expression while raising awareness of critical social issues through the lens of fictionalized imagery.

Interviews

360 Behind the Scenes

Moving Portraits

Photographs

Credits

Participants
Kaze Baranshamaje- Dulac – Iris goddess 
Jamie Gonzalez – Ann Margret  
Kiyon – Kiykiy B 
Arantxa Araujo – Tlāhuīlli  
Scupltures by Arantxa Araujo from her piece
Cabeza (s) de Mujer(es) (2018)
Yesenia Torres – Cleopatra 
Alfredo De los Santos – Superman  
Kevin Quiles Bonilla – Untitled  
Character from Kevin Quiles Bonilla
photographic series ‘Carryover (Bule Tarp)’
Gerardo Matamoros – Un-Labeled  
Don Bajema – Ed Burnett  
Genoel Ramirez – Genovevo de la O  
Tessa Lena – The Military Man
Cindy Gallop – Phoenix  
Garnet Rubio – Queen Elizabeth I   
Aya Aziz – Aya feeling beautiful 
Carlos David – Director / Photographer
Carlos Bido – Filmmaker
Janet Mervin – Costume Designer
Jason Linkow – Beauty Director
Maiko Ando – Makeup Artist for Genovevo
de la O, Superman, Untitled, Phoenix, Ann
Margret, Queen Elizabeth I, and Ed Burnett
Jennifer Green – Makeup Artist for Iris Goddess, Un-Labeled, Kiykiy, and Tlāhuīlli.
Sadhvi Babu – Makeup Artist for Aya feeling beautiful and The Military Man
Giannina Gutierrez – Makeup Artist for Cleopatra
Mercedes Gorostiaga – Location portraits
and behind the scenes photos
Veronica Galvez – Associate Producer
Daniel Nelson – Creative Consultant
Peiyi Wong – Set Design Consultant
Elliott Ortiz – Media Relations
Sarah Rubio – Photo Assistant
 
 
Special thanks to Lisa Cohler, Pako Dominguez, Rolinda Ramos, UMEZ, LMCC, NYC Cultural Affairs, Printique, SMART Recovery NYC, La Nacional.
Fine art prints made by Printique on Hahnemuhle Photo Rag Metallic Paper 
Personae II is made possible in part with public funds from Creative Engagement, supported by the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council and administered by LMCC.
Personae II is made possible in part with funding from the Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone Development Corporation and administered by LMCC.
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