Exhibition "Her Northern Calling" at the Madona Regional Research Museum
From June 30th to September 3rd, the exhibition will be on display at the Madona Regional Research Museum.
The exhibition “Her Northern Calling” brings together two projects whose creators have crafted and continue to craft their interpretation of the strength of women, their journey towards recognizing their roles, and bringing them to the world. For the masters of “Baltu Rotu,” as the name suggests, jewelry is a language of powerful symbols, literally engraved with connections to nature and traditions. Through symbols, they speak of the strength of their homeland and its people. The message of “Her Northern Roots” is revealed through black-and-white photography, capturing women in their chosen sacred places: under oak trees, in the family sauna, by the sea, rivers, or lakes.
On February 24, 2022, the Russian invasion of Ukraine added another, perhaps the most important contemporary story to "Her Northern Calling." Part of the exhibition is dedicated to Ukrainian women. The photographs were taken in Latvia when families were seeking refuge and peace. The call gained a universal significance.
Creative Team:
- Inita Straupe, co-founder and chief designer of “Baltu Rotas.”
- Ieva Straupe-Lūse, director of “Baltu Rotas,” and author of two jewelry collections.
- Laura Geistarde-Šube, Development Manager at “Baltu Rotas,” and exhibition curator.
- Una Taal, photographer and co-author of the book "Her Northern Roots."
- Kristīne Kutuzova, text author and co-author of the book "Her Northern Roots."
- Una Grants, exhibition designer.
