Public Lecture with Hector Rene Membreno-Canales

Capturing the Truth: Unveiling Histories through Hector Rene Membreno-Canales’ Lens

Join us for a captivating public lecture featuring Hector Rene Membreno-Canales, a US Army Iraq Veteran, artist, and educator. Learn more about Hector’s exploration of official histories, American patriotism, and the Military-Industrial Complex through research and photography.

This lecture is free for the public and promises an insightful discussion as part of CPAC’s Veterans Workshop Series. Hector will share his experiences as an Army Photographer, examining the visual storytelling during military operations and the packaging of American patriotism for maximum impact through the lens of a camera. Gain unique perspectives on the role of history paintings and public monuments in reinforcing military history myths.

Image credit: Hector Rene Membreno-Canales, From After Ozymandias, Rome, Georgia, 2018. Copyright Hector Hector Rene Membreno-Canales