Free and Wild: Horses of the Numu: Photography Exhibition Hosted by The Patricia Qualls Gallery
"The gallery has always been a space for truth and beauty, but today it is a sanctuary for a legacy. By hosting Marni and Sheila’s work, we aren't just exhibiting art—we are holding space for the Numu ancestors and ensuring their home in the Eastern Sierra remains their own."
— Patricia Qualls
From May 1st to May 8th, the Patricia Qualls Contemporary Art Gallery is proud to present a collection of photography that is as much an act of preservation as it is an artistic tribute. Free and Wild: The Horses of the Numu takes you into the heart of the Eastern Sierra, where the high desert meets the horizon and a sacred legacy still roams free.
In the language of the Northern Paiute, Numu means “The People.” To the tribes of the region, these wild horses are not merely wildlife; they are kin—a living connection to the land, the spirit, and the ancestors. Yet today, this connection is under threat. These herds face federal plans that seek to uproot them from the ancestral lands they have inhabited for generations.
Through the evocative lenses of Canadian photographer Marni Grossman and photographer Sheila Georgis, this exhibition captures the raw majesty of a herd at a crossroads. Every image serves as a witness to their grace and a plea for their right to remain home.
Your attendance is a stand for their survival. This is a non-profit event, with all proceeds donated to the Indigenous Wild Horse Society. Your support directly funds indigenous-led stewardship and the fight to keep the spirit of the Eastern Sierra wild, protected, and free.
To learn more or donate please visit:
www.indigenouswild-horsesociety.com
To view more of Marnie's Work please visit:
www.freeandwild.org
To learn more or donate please visit:
www.indigenouswild-horsesociety.com
To view more of Marnie's Work please visit:
www.freeandwild.org