From the New York Times: When the Camera Takes Over for the Eye The ubiquity of cameras in exhibitions can be dismaying, especially when read as proof that most art has become just another photo op for evidence of Kilroy-was-here passing through. More generously, the camera is a way of connecting, participating and collecting fleeting experiences. For better and for worse, it has become intrinsic to many people’s aesthetic responses. (Judging by the number of pictures Ms. Fremson took of people photographing Urs Fischer’s life-size statue of the artist Rudolf Stingel as a lighted candle, it is one of the more popular pieces at the Biennale, which runs through Nov. 27.) And the camera’s presence in an image can seem part of its strangeness, as with Ms. Fremson’s shot of the gentleman photographing a photo-mural by Cindy Sherman that makes Ms. Sherman, costumed as a circus juggler, appear to be posing just for him. She looks more real than she did in the actual installation. Read the entire article here: http://www.nytimes.com/2011/09/05/arts/design/at-the-venice-biennale-art-is-a-photo-op.html
From the Lamar Dodd School of Art website:  Emeritus Professor Wiley Sanderson passed away on Saturday, July 30th. According to one colleague, Sanderson was a graduate of Cranbrook who also studied with Maholy Nagy. He started teaching at UGA in the late 40s and taught the first photography offerings in the early 50s and continued to do so until the late 80s when he retired from UGA.  (The photograph of Sanderson in 19th century attire was taken in the 70s by Dr. Nix in conjunction with a workshop and exhibition.) Professor Sanderson was known as a challenging professor with high standards who was known internationally for contributing to the revival of pinhole photography.  He reportedly posted this aphorism near the dark rooms:  Most people would prefer to be ruined by praise, rather than saved by criticism. http://art.uga.edu/index.php?pt=5&id=335#
“Here is Immokalee. Here is a hopeful child, an athlete, a trailer park. Here is a brand new home. Here is a Haitian reverend, a skilled machinist, a woman who saw a hurricane destroy her home — and then watched her neighbors help her rebuild it. Here is a town with great poverty and even greater spirit. Here is a place that is changing, and will continue to change. Here, at 26°N and 81°W, is a spot on the map that is like no other. Here is Immokalee.” Lamar Dodd School of Art alumnus, Joshua Greer, contributes 40 full-color images in the newly published book about Immokalee, 26º 81º. Read more about the book here: http://www.26-81.com/
Cindy Sherman’s latest project? Beginning September 29, MAC will offer a line of makeup designed by Sherman herself. Intrigued? The L Magazine writes “…Sherman created three new looks to showcase the new line’s products (pictured). The limited edition series will include “lipsticks, eyeliners, eyeshadows and other beauty essentials,” though apparently no wigs or prosthetic noses and chins.” Check out the entire article here: http://www.thelmagazine.com/TheMeasure/archives/2011/07/29/for-fall-get-that-cindy-sherman-look-with-her-new-makeup-line
UGA alumni are staying extremely busy. Jessi Wohl (MFA ‘10) and current MFA candidate Justin Plakas have work in an exhibition at Zeitgeist. Together, their works “create a dialogue about the clandestine nature of suburban life,” according to Laura Huston’s review in the Nashville Scene. Read the review in its entirety here: http://www.nashvillescene.com/nashville/at-zeitgeist-work-by-two-artists-addresses-the-weirdness-of-suburbia/Content?oid=2580027
Up on display through December 13th: BFA Exit shows in Photography, Printmaking, Jewelry & Metalworking, Graphic Design, and Fabric Design.  Includes works by: Ashley Doliber, Heather Leake, Abigail Morris, Alex Palmour, Andrea Tabacchi, Andrew Ferrer, Anna King, Candace Frieden, Carolyne Teston, Chelsea Elliott, Danessa Reyes, Erin Freeman, Margaret George, Jeff Gess, Jennifer Lindell , Jessica Caldas, Kate Lindsey, Mallory Ingram, Rachel Cook, and Sara Nguyen. For more information, check out the LDSOA website: http://art.uga.edu/index.php?pt=3&id=256 http://art.uga.edu/index.php?pt=3&id=261 (Graphic Design) To read Adam Carlson’s article in the Red & Black about UGA’s exit shows, visit: http://www.redandblack.com/2010/12/03/students-put-forth-best-art-for-exit-show/ Image: Fabric detail by Candace Frieden (http://www.cadmiumvibe.com/)
Hangin’ out at ERC in Athens- the photography of Eddie Whelan, an alumnus of UGA’s Art X program. Get some coffee and some (Athens) culture! http://www.eddiethewheel.com/
From Brian Hitselberger’s (MFA 2010) Art Notes in the Flagpole: Local Folks and Their Fire This week, Brian reviews 4 local artists’ exhibitions around town. Carol John’s “Not Crysanthemum” is up at Cine, showcasing “big, beautiful” works that “vibrate visually.” Nina and David Barnes have a collection of prints and drawings at Flicker Theatre & Bar. Hotel Indigo has recent work of Lamar Dodd School of Art Emeritus professor Art Rosenbaum and his wife, Margo, with an accompanying music performance planned for August 12th in the Rialto Room. Lastly, Marco Polo Quarterly, and online literary magazine started by Brian and his boyfriend Darin Beasley, launched its first issue very recently. Its featured artist, Jennifer Hartley, is a Lamar Dodd alumna from 2009- definitely something to be checked out. To read the full reviews and article, check out: http://flagpole.com/Weekly/ArtNotes  The World at Large, Art Rosenbaum
From the Americus-Times Recorder: Students from UGA taking pictures of Sumter County Two University of Georgia students from the Lamar Dodd School of Art were in town recently as part of The University of Georgia Archway Partnership’s Georgia GAZE project which will allow art students to photograph notable sites and activities in the community and display their work in the community as well as other venues across the state. The Archway Executive Committee approved the Georgia GAZE project in an effort to see the community through others “eyes” as well as a way to promote Americus and Sumter County. The Archway Partnership was designed to allow the University of Georgia to partner directly with communities in a grassroots approach to meet locally identified community and economic development needs. Sumter County is one of eight portal communities involved in the Archway Partnership.  Read more: http://americustimesrecorder.com/oncampus/x226604462/Students-from-UGA-taking-photos-of-Sumter-County Photography by Justin Plakas: http://www.justinplakas.com/
Work from 4 graduate students in the Photography department was selected for the juried show Emerging Visions, part of the APG’s 2010 gallery exhibitions. Congratulations to Leslie Burns, Sarah Laurentius, Justin Plakas, and Alison Smith! Their work will be exhibited until June 25th in Atlanta, so make sure to check it out. For more information:http://www.apgphoto.org/gallery/2010/student_show/emerging_visions.shtml Photograph from Alison Smith’s Suburban Gaze portfolio (http://alisonasmith.com/)
From Dailyserving.com: Jessica Hilltout: Amen “…what if the grandiose spectacle of the World Cup is removed from the sport? Will a nation—a continent—still be inspired by the game? In a new solo exhibition at Joao Ferreira Gallery in Cape Town, South Africa, Belgian photographer Jessica Hilltout presents a series of work entitled Amen, capturing images of rural football players from all over Africa. Equally inspiring to the aforementioned global match, the matches played by the rural footballers offer none of the World Cup’s fanfare. Their equipment is makeshift, their pitches (fields) are crude. There are no Nike logos or Gatorade sponsorships. But the essence of joy—of hard work, inspiration and coming together around a game—translates the same. As the artist says, “Amen, above all else, captures the strength of the human spirit.” http://dailyserving.com/2010/06/jessica-hilltout-amen/
Photograph by Lauren Smith, 5th year photography major Smith’s work is currently being shown as part of the BFA Photography exit show. Check it out in the Lamar Dodd galleries this week! http://laurendyann.com/
TONIGHT: BFA Printmaking, Photography, and Jewelry/Metals Exit Shows! The Bachelor of Fine Arts Exit Showrepresents years of study and practice, culminating in a professional group exhibition and celebration. BFA I features students in Photography, Printmaking and Jewelry/Metals, including Elizabeth Gaby, Bryan Hilley, Eric Lotzer, Danielle Tobin, Gabriel Bratton, Britt Gantner, Steven Hall, Susan Kent, Goodloe Yancey, Brittany Dowdell, Lulu Gyoury, Ashley Hall, Michelle Hall, Kristen Mapes, Emily Mayo, Kaylyn Mitchell, Cynthia Nist, Travis Oneal, and Lauren Smith. Congratulations to everyone! RSVP: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?profile=1&id=62700665#!/event.php?eid=367229678436&ref=mf
Photography by Mallory Ingram, 4th year photography major. Become a fan on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Mallory-Ingram-SOZO-Art/208982986563#!/pages/Mallory-Ingram-SOZO-Art/208982986563?v=info
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