MANIFEST.

Gombo was selected for the European project MANIFEST, joining a residency of 15 artists in a mission to reinterpret the transatlantic slave trade's legacy. His project, 'The Private Portrait,' is a compelling VR experience. Through a headset, viewers enter a 3D space, encountering Afro-European historical portraits.

These portraits come to life, sharing personal narratives from the era of slavery, blending animation and documentary to offer a unique, immersive perspective on a crucial historical period.

THE PRIVATE PORTRAITS

"In 'The Private Portraits,' Gombo invites you to step into the lived experiences of pivotal Afro-European figures, each a testament to resilience and historical significance. Through immersive virtual reality, you'll encounter three compelling characters, each offering a unique perspective on a shared past:

Toussaint Louverture: Revolutionary leader, former slave, and architect of the Haitian Revolution, fighting for freedom and independence.
Ourika: A Senegalese girl in 18th-century France, exploring themes of identity and belonging within an aristocratic society.
Thomas Alexandre Dumas: A general in the French Revolution, his life highlights extraordinary military achievements and personal resilience.

The Private Portraits Ourika's presenting the VR experience

Gombo's VR 'Private Portraits': Thomas Alexandre Dumas. Immersive portrait reveals the general's French Revolution heroism and resilience.

Toussaint Louverture: Former slave, revolutionary general. Led Haiti's fight for independence against French colonialism.

Ourika: Senegalese girl's journey in 18th-century France. Navigating identity, belonging, and social constraints. in Gombo Exhibition at Manifest

VR exhibition: Three visitors wearing headsets, exploring Gombo's 'Private Portraits.' 3D immersive experience, cultural history.

Audience engagement: Three people experiencing Gombo's VR art at exhibition. 'Private Portraits,' 3D immersive narratives, cultural exploration.