The Tina Modotti Exhibit at the Loewe Presents a Picture of a Modern Social Critic

Feb 25, 2016 917

by Neil Vazquez


Italian photographer Tina Modotti's place of artistic inspiration was Mexico. As an immigrant living in an unknown city, Modotti was struck by the lively cultural scene in that country during the first half of the 20th century. She was so enthralled that the photographer continued to work in Mexico City until her death there in 1942.

Now the Loewe Foundation has mounted "Tina Modotti," a retrospective of the photographer's work at the brand's first U.S. store, in the heart of Miami's Design District. Curated by creative director Jonathan Anderson, the exhibit of 50 images is a testament to the frail beauty and social consciousness of the medium.

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Source: http://www.miaminewtimes.com/

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