Shooting Back, Reflection on Haitian Roots Added by MOA2006

Photo: copyright Sasha Huber (published with permission)

My artworks criticize individuals who contributed to the historical and social condition of Haiti ranging from the 15th until the 21st century and who made it what it is today, the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere.

My work consists of four portraits: Conqueror Christopher Columbus, former Haitian Dictators Dr. Francois ?Papa Doc? Duvalier and Jean-Claude ?Baby Doc? Duvalier.

I experienced the act of ?shooting back? concretely and indirectly discovered a way to help and defend the Haitians and my family that suffered. To me shots represent lost human lives accounted perhaps in millions. I urge the viewer to remember the history of Haitians who lost their lives in the time of colonialism and also remember those facing the aftermath.

Sasha Huber was born in Zurich and has roots in Haiti. She earned her BA and MA in graphic design at the University of Art and Design in Zurich and Helsinki. In 2000 she received a grant to join Fabrica in Italy. There she initiated projects such as Benetton United People.
Since 2001 she has worked independently in Helsinki and Zurich for clients such as: Schauspielhaus Z?rich, Smart by Mercedes, Benetton, IPG Independent Performance Group, Toy2R, Kiasma, Art school MAA, Helsinki City Art Festival - Forces of Light, Marimekko, Swiss Airlines, Arabia Art Department Society Finland.
Additionally she participates regularly in design and art exhibitions.

Contact:
sasha(at)sashahuber.com
+358 50 400 5028