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PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 22, 2024
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Think Round Unveils Part 1 of Part V of The Paradise Project: First Families/Family First (Indigenous) and Updates on the Virtual Center for the Human Family. Think Round is Celebrating Indigenous Narratives through Art and Technology: A Global Collaboration with Over 200 Interns
"We are woven together, each thread representing a different family, yet all part of the same human fabric."—Heidi Hardin, 2024
SAN FRANCISCO, CA — On October 7, 2024, Think Round, Inc. proudly presents Part 1 of Part V of The Human Family Tree/A Walk Through Paradise...7 Installations, titled First Families/Family First (Indigenous). This latest installation continues The Paradise Project, a vision that San Francisco fine artist Heidi Hardin has cultivated since 1998. The exhibition will run from October 7 to December 30, 2024, at Think Round Fine Arts, located at 2140 Bush Street, Suite 1, San Francisco.
The Opening Reception is set for Saturday, October 12th, from 3 to 7 PM, featuring an artist talk and updates from interns on the progress of Think Round’s Virtual Center for the Human Family at 5 PM. The event is open to both in-person and virtual attendees, providing a platform for global engagement.
THINK ROUND’S TWIN VISIONS
First Families/Family First (Indigenous), an installation that marks Part 1 of Part V of Think Round’s Paradise Project, represents a continuation of Think Round’s commitment to addressing the systemic, intergenerational, and epigenetic transmission of ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences). This installation highlights the rich cultural heritage and resilience of Indigenous families from North and South America, weaving their stories into the broader narrative of The Paradise Project. Featuring original music by LA composer Jonathan Sacks, the exhibit focuses on two subject families: Rebecca Lincoln Padgett from the Choctaw Nation in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and Maria Isabel de Oliveira da Silva of the Dessana ethnic group from Sítio Iaquirana, Brazil. This installation is intended to catalyze the prophecy of the Eagle and the Condor, symbolizing the reunification of North and South America and the harmonious balance of different cultures, perspectives, and lived experiences.
About The Paradise Project
The Paradise Project stands as a monumental testament to the diversity and unity of the human family. Comprised of seven detailed installations, this project features 546 portraits across 28 families from 10 major world religions. Each installation delves into the shared human experiences that bind us together, regardless of cultural or religious background.
About Part 1 of Part V: First Families/Family First (Indigenous)
This installation showcases the stories and experiences of Indigenous families from North and South America, captured through photographs and transformed into mixed-media art. The exhibit features forty oil-painted portraits (16” x 20”) mounted on fabric-covered panels (48” x 24”), incorporating Indigenous symbols and themes. Accompanied by original music and multimedia elements, the installation honors the rich traditions, lived experiences, and resilience of Indigenous communities. The First Families installation and its related art activities promote family health and resilience, encouraging dialogue and art-making to address and heal Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). This exhibit is part of a larger narrative, set to unfold over the next five years, culminating in 2029 with the completion of the Paradise Project.
About Think Round’s Virtual Center for the Human Family
In tandem with this exhibit, Think Round continues to develop its Virtual Center for the Human Family. This global initiative involves over 200 youth interns from around the world, creating a hub where art, science, and spirituality intersect. The center fosters a deeper understanding of human evolution, world religions, and conflict resolution, promoting global unity and sustainable living through the fusion of creativity and technology.
Join Us
We invite the public to join us in celebrating this significant milestone. Whether attending in person or via Zoom, guests will have the opportunity to engage with the artists, meet the talented interns and subject family members, and explore the immersive world of the Virtual Center for the Human Family. For more information, please email: [email protected], call: 415-602-9599, or visit: https://www.thinkround.org ###
