Martin Garcia's Blog – August 2009 Archive (4)

Pimpin' Ain't Easy: The Photography of Theresa Edmonds

Theresa Edmonds is a young photographer who recently completed her MFA from the International Center of Photography-Bard. Theresa was born and raised in New York; this is somehow very obvious in her photography. I think it’s mainly the claustrophobic compositions and gritty quality of her work since the east cost is an old, cramped and gritty place.

Theresa's… Continue

Added by Martin Garcia on August 17, 2009 at 9:19pm — No Comments

The Studio Visit Challenge for Artists

Yesterday I had the pleasure of doing a studio visit with artist Paul Sierra. I have admired Paul as an artist for over a decade, and we met for the first time just then. Other artist friends of mine have suggested I meet with Paul over the past year or so and, I am very glad I did.

Visiting an artist's… Continue

Added by Martin Garcia on August 17, 2009 at 9:00pm — 1 Comment

Coalition Gallery

The Chicago Artists' Coalition opened its new gallery location this past Friday August 7, 2009 with a group show. Typical of the CAC there was a significant lack of continuity and organization. Its no wonder they don't call themselves the Chicago Artists Organization, because there is obviously none of that going into this show.

With 22 artists showing one or two… Continue

Added by Martin Garcia on August 9, 2009 at 1:49pm — No Comments

14o Hours of Fame

In this crazy new world, where innovation and imagination are winning out over the old standard business models, the director of Gallerie St. George, Gary Brant, recently announced 140 Hours of Fame. This is and online auction hosted by Gallerie St. George… Continue

Added by Martin Garcia on August 7, 2009 at 3:30pm — No Comments