Sophie Rivera: Double Exposures

Sophie Rivera captured the vibrant soul of New York over decades, establishing herself as a key figure in Nuyorican visual culture. For the first time, a major museum retrospective sheds light on the work of this deceased Puerto Rican photographer, who died in 2021. Her 1970s photographs capture the raw energy of the subway and the daily life of a community that had long remained in the shadows. Rivera made an impression with her large-scale portraits, installed directly in stations so that passengers could finally see faces that resembled their own. Between experimental self-portraits and feminist engagement, her works offer a powerful testament to identity and social solidarity. This event at El Museo del Barrio re-evaluates the legacy of an artist who transformed the street into an open-air gallery. A remarkable encounter with human history to experience from April 23 to August 2, 2026.