TRANSIT, a solo exhibition by visual artist Izabela Zoga, explores immigrant identity, cultural memory and community through portrait digital and silver print photography and printmaking. The exhibition highlights the stories, experiences and contributions of international individuals living in Northeast Ohio.

The project creates a space where immigrant narratives are seen, respected and valued, featuring individuals from diverse backgrounds, including Albanian, Egyptian and other international communities in the region. Through these portraits, the exhibition reflects what it means to build a life across cultures while celebrating the richness of Cleveland's diversity.

TRANSIT will be on view from June 26 to January 15, 2027 in the International Languages Gallery at Cleveland Public Library's Main Library (325 Superior Ave., fourth floor, Cleveland). The artwork can be viewed during the Main Library's regular hours: 10am to 6pm Monday through Saturday. A reception and artist talk will take place Friday, September 25 from 12:30 to 1:30pm.

Zoga is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography at the Cleveland Institute of Art.

TRANSIT was created through the Creativity Works program, which is made possible by the generous support of the Fenn Educational Fund and the G.R. Lincoln Family Foundation. Creativity Works is a self-initiated internship program with the goal of supporting a student's professional development. Participating students create proposals that align with their long-term professional goals.

Image: "Transit" (2026) by Izabela Zoga

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