Carlos Bernate

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    Photoville - Public Art Project by Carlos Bernate  
Photoville - Public Art Project
Location: Richmond
Nationality: Colombia
Biography: Carlos Bernate is a Colombian documentary photographer/videographer/writer, whose work is focused on human rights, identity, and social humanitarian-related issues. Currently, he is dedicated to documenting his community in Richmond, Virginia,... MORE
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Photoville - Public Art Project
Copyright Carlos Bernate 2024
Updated Apr 2023
Location Petersburg, VA
Topics Events
Discover the vibrant community of Petersburg through the lens of "Petersburg: A City of Opportunity," a captivating photographic exhibition that was on display at the Petersburg Area Art League Art Park during October 2022. This public exhibit curated by Photoville of New York showcases the diverse individuals who call Petersburg home, highlighting their unique stories and contributions that make this city a true hub of opportunity.

The exhibit features creatives, educators, community and business leaders including:
  • Abdiel Israel Vanderhoop, Multimedia Artist
  • Aimee Joyaux, Artist Educator
  • Alana Tyler, Owner, Oasis Dance Academy
  • Barry Roebuck, Artist
  • Brian Pryor, Manufacturing Supervisor, AMPAC Fine Chemicals
  • Charmeya McMurray, Program Director, Petersburg Boys & Girls Club
  • Corey Bullock, Chef, euterra
  • Dan Waterland, Owner, Dirty Dan’s Hippie Haven
  • Denise Tipton, Owner, Old Towne Studio 7
  • Dr. Brandie Lee, Club Director, Petersburg Boys & Girls Club
  • Ernie & Kathryn LaBrecque, Owners, Beaunuts Donuts
  • Hanna Jones, Owner, Restored Cup Coffee Shop
  • Huey Lightbody, Artist
  • Meg Brazell, Senior HR Business Partner, AMPAC Fine Chemicals
  • Monica Ramos, English as a New Language Specialist
  • Naima Burrs, Music Director, Petersburg Symphony Orchestra and Instructor of Music, Virginia State University
  • Nancy Sanderson, Welder/3D Artist
  • Nevaeh Grandison, Petersburg Boys & Girls Club member
  • Raquel Brown, Petersburg Boys & Girls Club member
  • Sarah Owens, Principal, Saint Joseph Catholic School
  • Shawn Sykora, Training Manager, AMPAC Fine Chemicals
  • Lance Costley, Production Supervisor, AMPAC Fine Chemicals
  • Eric Walton, Director, Walton Gallery
  • Ronald Walton, Owner, Walton Gallery & Artist
  • Tiara Russell, Owner, Haus on Market
  • Tyrone Power Cherry III, Social Entrepreneur, Petersburg League of Urban Growers


Client: Photoville
Producer: Cailley Frank-Lehrer
Assistants: Lindsey Chirinos - Mckenzie Bernard
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