Thursday, December 29, 2011

Grapevine: Soramimi: Roxana Azar

above photo by: Melisa Fernandez

Roxana Azar has created a fun project for all photographers really, the chance to jump off of others ideas in a public forum-- cyberspace. Who said whisper down the lane was for kids? The objective is self explanatory, put your brain to work.

This body of images draws connections not only visually but from mind to mind. It brings into question individual interpretation, of the various photographers supporting the group, but also the Curator that is piecing the language together, making sense of it all in her own way. I wonder how many times the Artist thought “no not that one!” when he/she realized what work they were being shown next too, or how many times the Curator had to throw out multiple photographs because they just didn’t seem to fit. It is visually appealing in a gentle sort of way, which some might say, is enough. But I would be curious to see the visual flow when composition is thrown out the window. It is almost too easy, when different objects float at the same place on both frames, I want more. I want the words that I cannot see behind the photograph to create their own conversation, less reliant on a color correlation or physical aesthetics. These are all important however, all crucial to image making, and the integrity of ones work, but I believe it should go beyond that, otherwise it will cheapen something that has the potential to draw links between opposing worlds, a tribute to the universal thought, perhaps.

Get involved if you can, it is a great opportunity to sink into a collaborative experience with other photographers.

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xoxo,
Charlie

Friday, December 2, 2011

Bridgette Larson- Not In Our River




Bridgette explores the communal life of activists. These people have a cause, a way of life they are willing to push for. Seeing these people reminds me that we all have something to stand up for, and that in the process of believing deeply... we can deeply connect. That we show our passion in a variety of ways, and the artist joins in with her own passion by documenting these moments. This body of work becomes a mingling of beliefs, rights, and a gritty reminder that you have to fight for both, nothing is sacred.
Opening Reception: Dec. 15, 2011
Tyler School of Art: Atrium Gallery
6pm-9pm
I hope to see you there!
Well done Bridgette,


xoxo,
Charlie

G. Steiner- Plastique Bitches



Reception tonight from 6pm-9pm, and guess what? LIVE MUSIC. Gotta love the multi-dimensionality! Come check it out, and don't forget Molly's show- same place, so you can hit up both.
xoxo,
Charlie