Sydney Galindo, a first-generation Filipina American of Visayan and Indigenous descent, is dedicated to decolonizing the art world through her curatorial work. Her practice emphasizes indigenization and curatorial activism, highlighting the voices and experiences of minority artists. Galindo holds a BA in Art History from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Museum Studies, intending to reshape the dialogue around art, culture, and representation.
Beyond her curatorial endeavors, Galindo established the Artist Resistance Through Solidarity (ARTS) Foundation, a WOC-led organization that addresses the institutional challenges artists face. ARTS offers microgrants to support BIPOC-driven artistic and educational initiatives, reflecting Galindo's commitment to creating more equitable opportunities in the art community. Through this foundation, she continues to advocate underrepresented artists and promote a more inclusive cultural landscape.
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Formal Education
Masters of Arts | University of Oklahoma, OK
Museum Studies, 2025
Bachelor of Arts | University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Art History, 2022
Curatorial Projects
Son de Mi Ser
Group Exhibition with Amanda Zuniga, Clara Tang, Hue, Lille Allen, Margaux Herron, Montaysia Sims, Quindo Miller
2024, Grant Hall Gallery, Las Vegas, NV
"Son de Mi Ser" explores the reclamation of collective histories through diverse mediums, inspired by Yesenia Moya-Garay's powerful poem "I Am." This exhibition features trans-generational works reflecting identity, cultural preservation, and resilience, offering a profound dialogue on the ongoing process of re-indigenization and the personal journeys of artists navigating and resisting the legacies of colonization.
Jones Ranch Egypt (Part One)
Solo Exhibition with Brent Holmes
2024, Available Space Art Projects, Las Vegas, NV
"Jones Ranch Egypt" investigates the relationship between Western art and African spiritual traditions. Brent Holmes addresses cultural erasure in cowboy imagery and the exploitation of African artifacts, creating a narrative that reclaims these dual histories.
Professional Experience
Graduate Intern
Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art | Las Vegas, Nevada
August 2024 - Present
Senior Visual Arts Technician
City of Las Vegas; Office of Cultural Affairs | Las Vegas, Nevada
June 2023 - June 2024
Studio Assistant
Sana Sana, Justin Favela | Available Space Art Projects, Las Vegas, Nevada
August 2023
Art Handler
Spettacolo, Fay Ku | Available Space Art Projects, Las Vegas, Nevada
April 2023
Gallery Intern
Available Space Art Projects, Las Vegas, Nevada
February 2023 - Present
Skills
Gallery Practices: Exhibition Design and Planning, Art Handling and Installation, Art Transport and Logistics, Artist Contracts, Collections Management, Publication Design, Curatorial Writing, Marketing and Public Relations, Fundraising, Audience Engagement and Education.
Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.
Communications & Social Media: Zoom, Google Meet, Team Up, Microsoft Teams, MailChimp, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram.
Project Management Tools: Trello, Asana.
Database Management: TMS, PastPerfect, Artwork Archive.
Publications
A space where tradition and contemporary thought collide, Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art (2024)
I remember the first moment I fell, The Mundane Zine, Issue 3 (2024)
Press
son de mi ser, brent holmes (2024)
asap: las vegas’ hidden art gem, chic compass (2024)
at home on the range, double scoop (2024)