MARFA — Ballroom Marfa announced that Jaime Herrell will join the team as the new associate curator. Currently residing in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Herrell is an enrolled member of the Cherokee Nation with European heritage, and the gallery noted that “when she sets out for West Texas, her voice and vision are coming with her!”
Jaime Herrell’s career and education span over a decade within roles in historic museums and nationally renowned institutions as well as direct work with distinguished Native and non-Native artists. Herrell has immersed herself in significant cultural centers and spaces, providing her with a broad spectrum of experiences.
The gallery noted that Herrell is deeply committed to creating and fostering dynamic spaces that prioritize artists and community and aim for a long-term unique impact. Interim Director Holly Harrison said, “Jaime is an advocate for inclusive curatorial practices, and the specific individualities of each artist and their practice. She truly cares about how institutions can engage with a broad audience, and her love of artists and the work that they do make her a uniquely perfect fit for Ballroom Marfa.”