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Since 1992, Soraida has createeed didactic art that addresses racism, sexism, stereotyping, interracial relationships and many of the social issues that only now are being addressed in American society. Known as the creator of Verdadism paintings with written social commentaries, Soraida is an artist, author and social advocate who promotes tolerance, peace and social change. The grand opening of the Verdadism art gallery in Lindenwold, New Jersey, features coming-of-age original paintings and drawings from 1992 to the present. Some of the paintings on exhibition include: What Prejudice Looks Like Woman On A String Puerto Rican Stereotype: The Way You See Me Without Looking At Me Please Stop Calling Us Minorities: We All Know That's An Unfair Label With Negative Connotations Between Two Islands The Jazz Musicians of Atlantic City Piano Man: The Survival of Hope Portrait of Julia Burgos. Opening reception: Friday, November 7, 2008 from 6-9pm. Regular gallery hours: by appointment only. For more information and directions to the Verdadism Art Gallery, please call 856-346-3131 or visit www.soraida.com.
