Synopsis:
La Frontera by Sonoma Frederick
This is the story of Adriana Miramontes Olivas who is the curator of academic programs and Latin American and Caribbean art at the University of Oregon Jordan Schnitzer Museum. Adriana uses art to create dialogue and connect with the world around her. Growing up in Ciudad Juárez, a bordering city (“la frontera”), she always felt a connection to other cultures and languages. From a young age, she was aware of what existed beyond Mexico. During higher education, she had the opportunity to explore these connections in depth. She realized that regardless of her geographical location, a part of her would always be in Ciudad Juárez. Today, the art Adriana curates embodies this idea of connecting cultures beyond physical borders. Adriana emphasizes that art allows us to feel and talk about our emotions, our roots, and the world around us.
Producer’s Bio:
Sonoma Frederick is an undergraduate student at the University of Oregon studying Psychology and Anthropology. Her focus is on the adaptation of psychological treatment for Latinx communities. The Latino Roots course has allowed her to connect with her Latino roots and reflect on what it means to be a member of the Latinx community.
