Female Portraits: Migrants

“Female Portraits: Migrants” is a project by Spanish-Brazilian artist Séfora Camazano (Lorena, Brazil, 1981), developed during her research on female migration in Spain and the circumstances that have compelled women to leave their countries.

The exhibition presents 30 women from 15 different nationalities, representing a wide range of backgrounds, ages, and cultures. Despite their diversity, they share a painful common thread: the violence they endured in their home countries, which ultimately forced them to leave everything behind. Their stories shed light on the global crisis of female migration. Yet, despite their hardships, they have chosen to be photographed as they are—breaking away from the stereotypes that often define migrant women.

Becoming visible and explaining their stories.

“Female Portraits: Migrants” offers an intimate and deeply human perspective on these women’s journeys. Through self-selected photographs, they share their personal narratives, inviting us to see them beyond their struggles. Each image serves as a window into their reality, fostering empathy and challenging preconceived notions.

Their faces—marked by adversity, resilience, and strength—also reveal a silent yet profound determination to move forward. Their gazes establish a powerful dialogue with the viewer, leaving a lasting impact. Through this connection, we are confronted with uncomfortable yet crucial realities—ones that often remain unseen but must be acknowledged.

Exhibition Venues

March 07th, 2023 – January 07th, 2024 : Museo de Historia de Valencia – Valencia, Spain