In response to a growing climate of discrimination against women and other marginalized people in the United States, artist Julie Lapping Rivera began a series of portraits highlighting women who were often unsung in their time. This ongoing portfolio of woodcut and collage portraits offers an uplifting, positive, and inclusive message to visitors. It was originally inspired by The New York Times “Overlooked” series, which since March of 2018 has been sharing the stories of remarkable people who were overlooked by the Times’ obituaries in the past.
By representing brave and inspiring women from around the globe and across centuries, many of whose accomplishments have not been adequately acknowledged, Look Again honors their achievements and focuses the viewer on the power and creativity their lives exemplify.
Look Again: Portraits of Daring Women is a touring exhibition developed in partnership with Julie Lapping Rivera and draws upon the D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts exhibition. It is being traveled by Exhibit Envoy.
In our presentation at the Grace Hudson Museum, we have supplemented the show with artworks around the theme of important women, done in various media by 15 contemporary Mendocino County artists.
Image: Ruth Bader Ginsburg , 2021, woodcut by Julie Lapping Rivera
Exhibition Dates: Saturday, May, 23 to Sunday, August 16, 2026
Exhibition Programs:
Friday, June 5, 5:00 to 8:00 PM
Opening Reception
Celebrate our latest exhibition as part of June’s First Friday Art Walk. Enjoy meeting some of the artists featured in the show along with refreshments.
Thursday, June 18, 6:00 to 7:15 PM
Look Again: Celebrating Lives Nearly Overlooked
What makes a life unforgettable — and what happens when it’s nearly forgotten? In this virtual program, join artist Julie Lapping Rivera and the creator of Overlooked, Amy Padnani, for an engaging conversation about the creative process and the lives that inspired their work. Check our website for the webinar link.
Saturday, July 11, 2:00
Film Screening: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
Cells from Henrietta Lacks have been invaluable in cancer research. However, she was never told, nor asked for consent. In this documentary movie based on a book by the same name, find out more about her story and its reverberations for her family. Popcorn provided.
Saturday, August 8, 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Closing Reception
How do you capture a person's soul through drawing? Find out in this beginner-friendly portrait drawing workshop led by artist Jazzminh Moore. All levels welcome, suitable for ages 15+. This workshop is $20/person. Scholarship spots are available. Call to reserve your spot.