BOOKS

This publication highlights the aesthetics of undocumentedness by featuring artworks from artists in the undoc+ spectrum

This book, published by the University of Washington Press in conjunction with the Fowler Museum at UCLA, features artwork by individuals in the undoc+ spectrum (currently or formerly undocumented). The visual works explore the aesthetics of undocumentedness, the complexity of immigration journeys, hyperdocumentation, re-indigenizing in diaspora, immigrant labor, healing from immigrant trauma, imperfect solidarities with exile and refugee communities, and remembrance of those who perished in search of the American dream. The show is guided by the aesthetic achievements of undoc+ artists; the publication is composed by undoc+ writers who, like the curator of this project, have been or are currently undocumented. The names of all participants have been purposefully concealed for their protection.