The Art of Being a Woman:
FemCity® Brownsville

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Join us on September 24, 2025, for an event celebrating the essence of womanhood. Celebrate the strength, resilience, and stories of Brownsville women! This exhibition features over 20 authentic portraits captured by Nadia Garber Photography, each paired with a favorite quote or personal reflection.

Experience augmented reality like never before—scan a portrait to watch a short video that brings the subject to life. Enjoy light refreshments and music as you explore the art, network, and honor the remarkable women shaping our community.

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Black-and-white magazine cover featuring a woman in a lace dress and wide-brimmed hat, with the title 'FEMCITY 2025' at the top.
Black and white portrait of a woman wearing a wide-brimmed hat, smiling slightly, with text featuring a Bible verse and her name and title.
Black and white portrait of a woman smiling, wearing earrings and a necklace, with text about her name, title, and a mission statement.
Black and white professional headshot of a woman with curly hair, smiling, wearing a blazer and jewelry, with text displaying her name, title, and a quote.
Black-and-white portrait of Gaby S Zavaleta, PhD, an environmental and political activist, smiling with her hands resting under her chin, sitting at a table, with text on the left highlighting her name, title, and a motivational message.
Black and white professional profile photo of Dr. Norma Lopez-Harris, smiling woman with long dark hair, wearing a blazer and jewelry. Text next to her introduces her as a Doctor of Pharmacy, Secretary of Texas Southmost College Board of Trustees, with a personal statement about her passion for education and service, and a quote about aiming for the moon by Norman Vincent Peale.
Black and white headshot of a woman in a black dress, smiling slightly, standing against a white background.
Black-and-white professional portrait of Claudia Soto, a smiling woman with dark hair, wearing a black top, sitting at a table. To her right, her name and credentials are displayed: 'Claudia Soto, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Claudia Soto Certified Lactation Services LLC.' Below, a quote reads: 'I move through life with passion, purpose, and determination, driven by kindness and always ready for the next adventure.'
Black and white portrait of Marby Sweeney, a woman with long hair, smiling, resting her chin on her hand, wearing a light top and jewelry, with a quote about butterflies and gardening.
Black and white portrait of Zulema Phillips sitting on a chair with her right arm resting on the back, wearing a sleeveless top and white pants, looking away from the camera
Black and white photo of Teresa del Castillo sitting on a wooden stool, smiling, wearing a satin sleeveless top and dark pants. Text on the left details her name, title, and interests.
Black and white portrait of Dr. Diana Carubba, an internal medicine specialist, smiling with glasses, resting her chin on her hands, wearing a dark velvet top, sitting at a black table against a white background, with text identifying her and her credentials.
Black and white photo of a woman in a black dress standing, smiling, with text to the left that reads: 'Mary David, Travel with VIAGO'; a short poem below about viewing the world with bright eyes and feeling young in spirit.
Black and white portrait of Laura Teran, a sound healing therapist, holding a sacred bowl, with a quote about sound healing.
Black and white photo of Jacqueline Munguia, MHA, Broker Relationship Manager, smiling, with a quote from Matthew 6:34 about worry, on a plain white background.
Black and white portrait of Norma Hernández in a long dress, with text highlighting her name, profession as a paralegal, her roles as a Rotarian, Catholic daughter, and lady noble, along with a quote about love, compassion, and service.
A professional black-and-white portrait of Abigail Galindo-Sánchez, RN, shown with wavy hair, wearing earrings, a bracelet, a watch, and a ring, posed with her chin resting on her hand, dressed in a blazer over a top, with a quote on the left side of the image.
Black and white photo of Dr. Sylvia Robles smiling, wearing a black off-shoulder dress and jewelry, with a personal statement about her work and beliefs on the right side of the image.
Black and white portrait of Haidee Treviño, an Independent Contractor, Dental Billing Specialist, Vice President of the Junior League of Brownsville, wearing a black dress with ruffled sleeves, sitting on the floor with legs extended, smiling, with a quote by Taylor Swift about choices and self-identity.
Black and white photo of Carmen Nordyke sitting on a chair with one leg crossed over the other, smiling, wearing a black blouse and pants, with text on the right side mentioning her as a health and life insurance agent and Expedia travel agent, and asking 'What is time gifting you?'
Black and white photo of Yessica Acosta, smiling woman with long wavy hair, seated with her chin resting on her hand, wearing a white blazer and jewelry, looking confidently at the camera.
Black and white photo of a woman in a floral dress, standing barefoot, holding the hem of her dress, with a text message to the right encouraging self-expression and celebration, signed by Nadia Garber, photographer.