Directed by Julia O'Farrow
Produced by Ann Rosen
Screening:
SOHO PHOTO GALLERY
April 15, 2026
539 23 Street
New York, NY
6:00pm – 8:00pm
This documentary follows Being Seen, a collaborative arts initiative Ann Rosen created with Alice Braziller, centering on women reclaiming visibility and self-worth through creative expression. The project grew out of a deep belief in the power of art to restore agency—especially when women from marginalized communities are too often silenced or reduced by larger political and social forces.
The work began in Brooklyn women’s shelters, where Ann taught art and photography while Alice taught writing. Participants created artworks, poems, autobiographies, and collaborative portraits with Ann. The workshops evolved; so, did the process—eventually weaving writing and visual art together in a shared creative space. This approach led to an ongoing partnership with HousingPlus, a nonprofit providing comprehensive services and housing for women impacted by the criminal justice system and military service. The work continues to show how art can play a meaningful role in restoring agency, confidence, and connection.
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Being Seen
Soho Photo Gallery
March 26 - April 19, 2026
539 W 23rd Street
New York, NY
Opening reception: March 26 | 6:00 - 8:00
I’m excited to share that Being Seen will be featured in exhibition at Soho Photo, opening March 26.
I hope you’ll join me.
An Art and Social Justice discussion on how photography, writing, and art making skills give agency to women from marginalized communities, including an exhibition of works created by HousingPlus participants.
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
6:30-8:30pm
Five Myles Gallery
558 St Johns Place, Brooklyn, NY
Being Seen is an examination of the benefits of the creative arts in the lives of women dealing with major life challenges. We’ll discuss evidence that the practice of photography and other creative arts in a group setting can:
· Alleviate anxiety, depression and stress and increase consistency and resiliency in the lives of participants.
· Help participants develop and realize goals.
· Increase access to technology and the skills needed to use it.
· Help develop valuable life skills, such as cooperation and collaboration.
Panelists:
Ann Rosen, Photographer/Educator/Co-director of Being Seen Project
Tarajee Saleem-Little, Program Supervisor, HousingPlus
Candace Bowen, MFA, MPS, LCAT, ATR-BC
Claire M. Harding-Keefe, LMSW, Executive Vice-President, Homeless and Family, Services, CAMBA, Inc.
Joshua Brancheau, ATR-BC, LCAT, Clinical Director, The Art Therapy Project