“In Plain Sight” by Esdras T. Thelusma on view at Tunnel Projects
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“In Plain Sight” at Tunnel Projects in Little Havana, is a photography exhibition by Miami artist and creative director, Esdras T. Thelusma (b.1989, Freeport, Bahamas), curated by painter Reginald O'Neal, currently on view until Jan 5th. Thelusma is known for his edgy portraits of hip-hop artists, but this show includes pictures of neighbors and friends as well. As the title hints, this exhibit reveals contrasts between humble surroundings and symbols of aspiration that serve as a window into the protagonists futures and ambitions, subtle yet impactful, hidden in plain sight.
A self-taught artist who grew up in Little Haiti, Thelusma was drawn to art as a child, and with the encouragement of his teachers, he eventually found his way to photography. In a conversation earlier this week, Esdras described the curatorial process between himself and fellow artist and friend O’Neal as natural, and it is that sense of ease and comfort with his subjects that imbues this small but poignant exhibition.
Located in a small room within the physically underground Tunnel Projects, the exhibit draws viewers into the lives of those photographed. The intimate, enclosed space fosters a deep connection between the subjects’ worlds and the perspectives of those observing them, creating a shared experience that blurs the boundaries between observer and observed.
