The Facts
On October 22, 2026, White Cube announced the US premiere of "The Hummingbird Paints Fragrant Songs," a documentary about Shipibo-Conibo artist Sara Flores, at the DOC NYC film festival. The screening will take place at SVA Theatre on November 11, 2026, followed by a Q&A with Flores and directors Èlia Gasull Balada and Matteo Norzi. The film will also be available to stream online from November 12 to 29, 2026.
The Signal
The documentary traces Flores's rise from the Peruvian Amazon to international art world recognition, highlighting the intersection of indigenous knowledge and contemporary art. For collectors and curators, the film offers insight into Flores's practice rooted in Shipibo-Conibo cosmology and textile traditions, which has gained prominence through exhibitions at White Cube and other institutions. The premiere signals growing institutional interest in Indigenous artists and the role of documentary in expanding market visibility.
- Artists: Sara Flores
- People: Sara Flores, Èlia Gasull Balada, Matteo Norzi
- Galleries: White Cube
- Locations: New York
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