Music Subcultures Photo Series

ABOUT MUSIC SUBCULTURES AND CULTURAL IDENTITY PHOTO SERIES:

     If you have roots connected to Mesoamerica, this open call is for you. This photo series celebrates the rich diversity of music subcultures and the ways they intersect with heritage, identity, and cultural memory. From rockabilly, goth, darkwave, metal, and punk to mariachi, Tejano, and beyond, we are looking to photograph people whose lives are shaped by the music scenes they belong to and identify with. 

     We want to photograph musicians, music lovers, DJs, collectors, dancers, and scene participants exactly as you are. Wear the clothing and style that reflect your music community and personal identity. 

     Through these portraits, we hope to highlight the beauty and diversity of our communities and the many ways music becomes part of who we are. This project explores how music, fashion, and cultural memory are carried across generations, creating spaces of belonging, self-expression, and community. 

 

• Participants are invited to bring a meaningful object such as a photograph, textile, record, instrument, piece of clothing, or personal item that connects to your history, culture, identity, and relationship to music.
• Guests are invited to leave handwritten reflections, adding their voices to the evolving archive displayed on the gallery walls.

 

En Español:

     Si tienes raíces relacionadas con Mesoamérica, esta convocatoria es para ti. Esta serie de fotos celebra la rica diversidad de subculturas musicales y las formas en que se cruzan con el patrimonio, la identidad y la memoria cultural. Desde rockabilly, goth, darkwave, metal y punk hasta mariachi, tejano y más allá, buscamos fotografiar a personas cuyas vidas están moldeadas por las escenas musicales a las que pertenecen y con las que se identifican.

      Esta serie de fotos celebra la rica diversidad de subculturas musicales y las formas en que se cruzan con el patrimonio, la identidad y la memoria cultural. Desde rockabilly, goth, darkwave, metal y punk hasta mariachi, tejano y más allá, buscamos fotografiar a personas cuyas vidas están moldeadas por las escenas musicales a las que pertenecen y con las que se identifican.

     Queremos fotografiar músicos, amantes de la música, DJs, coleccionistas, bailarines, y los participantes de la escena exactamente como usted es. Usa la ropa y el estilo que reflejen tu comunidad musical y tu identidad personal. A través de estos retratos, esperamos resaltar la belleza y diversidad de nuestras comunidades y las muchas formas en que la música se convierte en parte de quienes somos. Este proyecto explora cómo la música, la moda y la memoria cultural se transmiten a través de generaciones, creando espacios de pertenencia, autoexpresión y comunidad.

• Se invita a los participantes a traer un objeto significativo como una fotografía, textil, disco, instrumento, pieza de ropa, etc. o elemento personal que conecta con tu historia, cultura, identidad y relación con la música.
• Se invita dejar reflexiones manuscritas, añadiendo sus voces al archivo en evolución que se exhibe en las paredes de la galería.

Photo Project Participant Agreement

"Music Subcultures and Cultural Identity" Photo Series

 

I, the undersigned, grant Violeta Alvarez Photography/Casa de Cultura and its legal representatives the full and unrestricted right to photograph me and to use, publish, and distribute these images for any lawful purpose. This includes, but is not limited to, use in illustration, promotion, art, editorial, advertising, trade, and any other medium or purpose deemed appropriate by Violeta Alvarez Photography.

The Participant hereby grants the Organizer the irrevocable right and permission to use the Participant's image and likeness in any and all media, now or hereafter known, including but not limited to promotional and advertising materials. This grant includes the right to edit, alter, copy, exhibit, publish, or distribute the images and likeness for any lawful purpose.

• Illustration: Use of photos in books, articles, or visual materials.
• Promotion: Use in events, social media, or branding efforts.
• Art: Use in exhibitions, galleries, museums, portfolio, artist’s website, online shop, or creative projects.
• Editorial: Use in magazines, newspapers, or news stories.
• Advertising: Use in paid promotions or marketing campaigns.
• Trade: Use in business contexts such as product packaging, brochures, business websites, or other commercial materials.

I understand that the images may be edited, retouched, cropped, or combined with other content as needed. I waive the right to inspect or approve the final images or their use. I understand that no compensation is due now or in the future for the use of these images.

I release and hold harmless Violeta Alvarez Photography/Casa de Cultura and its legal representatives, licensees, and assigns from any, and all claims, demands, or causes of action, including but not limited to claims for invasion of privacy, defamation, or violation of any right of publicity or moral rights, arising out of or in connection with the use of the images.

By signing below, I confirm that I am at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to grant this release. This agreement is binding upon me, my heirs, legal representatives, and assigns. 

 

Disclaimer Notice

This event will be recorded and broadcast live. By entering the premises, all attendees acknowledge and consent to the use of their image, voice, and likeness in photography, video recordings, and livestreams, which may be used, reproduced, and distributed by: Violeta Alvarez Photography/Casa de Cultura for promotional, informational, or other lawful purposes. Attendance constitutes a waiver and release of any claims regarding the use of such media. If you do not wish to be recorded or photographed, please refrain from entering the designated filming area.