Our Tears Are Sweet, Our Laughter Venomous
23 August – 8 October 2021
Eastern Connecticut State University
“Our Tears Are Sweet, Our Laughter Venomous” is an exhilarating exploration of the work of twelve women artists of Iranian descent who challenge American media’s portrayal of Iran notable only for its extremism and anti-American policies, while ignoring the distinguished 2500 years history of Persian culture. Their art embodies a democratic ecosystem where resistance is nurtured, and alternative destinies are proclaimed. Though they work within the American branch of the Western art canon, their work is deeply inflected by memories of a land to which most fear returning.
With works by Samira Abbassy Roya Farassatt, Azadeh Hussaini, Arghavan Khosravi, Azita Moradkhani, Yasaman Moussavi, Zahra Nazari, Nazanin Naroozi, Afarin Rahminifar, Bahar Sabzevari and Anahita Vossoughi.
Eastern Connecticut State University
83 Windham St, Willimantic, CT 06226
USA