Posted by Dee Ashley This is one of my favorite - possibly my favorite - photographer(s). Her story is incredibly tragic, but her artistic skill is phenomenal and I always felt that she was ahead of her time. I love her style. I think you’re the first person I’ve come across that even knows who she is! Edit: I published a photo years ago titled; “Ode to Francesca,” or something similar to that. I’ll have to see if I can dig it up.
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I agree, and can see how she would be near the top of a favourite photographers list. If you find your photo I'd love to see it. Thanks for sharing :]
Posted by RAYGUN Anselm Kiefer the German painter and sculptor. who addresses destruction, recycling and rebirth within his art. Thanks for the John Fekner link ... just read an interesting quote by him. "No matter what the individual discipline, it is to an artist’s advantage to be progressive and challenge oneself by taking risks and explore beyond familiar territory." I had the wonderful opportunity to see a big exhibition of Gordon Matta Clark's art and documentation in Montreal sometime in the 1980's and was completely floored by his creative energy and use of abandoned buildings to carve out sculptural spaces. He was definitely a big influence on my art practice at that time in my life.
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Thanks!
Watched the first 5 minutes of the documentary - neat so far. I like the mixed media work. I think it's funny the way he's carving away at the 'canvas', it looks exactly like painting and sculpting at the same time! I'll have to finish it later. That quote feels very universal. It's interesting how difficult it can be to explore new ideas even though, at least in my experience, it's often encouraged.
Wow, I envy you seeing that exhibition!