Mi Venezuela de Ayer | An Evening with Sara Ataie

Mi Venezuela de Ayer is a visually rich and nostalgic journey through the vibrant cultural landscape of Venezuela in the 1980s and 1990s. Anchored in photographic memory and narrative reflection, the book blends coffee‑table aesthetics with historical insight.

Featuring over 80% archival imagery sourced from publications like El Nacional, Complot, and Revista Producto, the book is both an artful homage and an academic tribute. It thoughtfully curates memories of the nation’s pop‑culture milestones—from fashion, music, design, and TV—highlighting how resilience, creativity, and community defined everyday life.

A timeless tribute, the book not only commemorates “la Venezuela de Ayer” but also offers a forward‑looking optimism:

“Este libro honra a la Venezuela de ayer, pero siempre pensando en el futuro… lo malo y lo bueno no dura toda la vida, son etapas”.

A heartfelt gift for Venezuelans and Latin American culture lovers worldwide, Mi Venezuela de Ayer invites readers to cultivate gratitude for the past as a steppingstone to a hopeful future.

Sara Ataie is a Venezuelan‑Iranian digital media specialist and visual storyteller based in Miami since 2005. Holding a degree in Digital Media from Full Sail University (Orlando), she draws on her multicultural background and personal migration experiences to document and honor her adopted homeland.

In Mi Venezuela de Ayer, Sara merges archival photography with engaging narratives to celebrate Venezuelan identity, resilience, and creativity. Her work seeks to foster connection and pride among Venezuelans and introduce broader audiences to the country’s cultural legacy. This enduring homage underscores Sara’s vision: the past shapes us, and gratitude empowers us to imagine a brighter future

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• This event is open to all! Tickets are FREE and do NOT include a book. Books will be available for purchase at the event. Please RSVP only if you intend to join us.

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