Jul. 17 - Sep. 19, 2010
Focus Gallery
Talking Art
Tintype demo with Michael Shindler
Thursday, August 12, 7-9pm
Limited to 20 participants
$10 admission
Contact Susan 408.283.8155
Artist Websites:
Stephen Berkman
Linda Connor
Binh Danh
Nathaniel Gibbons
Joy Goldkind
Andreas Hablutzel
Rachel Heath
Robin Hill
Kerik Kouklis
Chris McCaw
Beth Moon
Ben Nixon
Ron Moultrie Saunders
Michael Shindler
Brian Taylor
Inspired by the rich history and alchemic experimentation of obsolete photographic practices, the artists in this exhibition create images using antiquated photographic methods, creating works that range from daguerreotypes to tintypes, gum prints to cyanotypes.
The introduction of the digital camera over 20 years ago revolutionized photography. For novices and professionals alike, the computer has replaced the darkroom in the 21st century. However, even with the sophisticated advances of the digital age, a growing number of artists are embracing 19th century photographic technologies to make their work.
Paradoxically, technology has greatly contributed to the enthusiasm, interest and renewal of antiquated photographic processes. Many artists utilize digital tools along with historic practices to make hybrid works.
Digital printing enables artists to create large negatives for contact printing and play with scale in ways that were previously unavailable. Active online communities provide a forum to share recipes and practices.
Part chemist, artist, historian and experimentalist, the photographers in this show share an interest in utilizing old technology to create new imagery. Exhibiting artists include: Stephen Berkman, Linda Connor, Binh Danh, Nathaniel Gibbons, Joy Goldkind, Andreas Hablutzel, Rachel Heath, Robin Hill, Kerik Kouklis, Chirs McCaw, Beth Moon, Ben Nixon, Ron Moultrie Saunders, Michael Shindler, and Brian Taylor.
