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Arts Partnership Success Story

Yamilka Portorreal - Artist in Community Grant

Yamilka Portorreal is a multimedia artist born and partially raised in the Dominican Republic, and is currently based in Ithaca.

Yamilka approached CAP over a year ago with a wonderful idea that was a perfect fit for our Artist in Community Grant.

Their funded project and resulting exhibit is deeply inspired by a commitment to celebrate the joy, wisdom, and experiences of elders in Tompkins County.

Yamilka spent ten months interviewing, drawing, and forging connections with residents of Lifelong and McGraw House.

The resulting exhibit, Aging Ithacans, features ten drawings with accompanying interviews, and is currently on display at Lifelong through March 17th. Be sure to check it out!

A passage from Yamilka's artist statement beautifully captures their ethos: “Through my art, I invite viewers to join me on a visual journey where the beauty of life, culture, and memories converge. I hope that my...  Read more