Pride Points

Above:Photos by Steven Wohlwender Photographer Steven Wohlwender’s latest personal series captures marathon runners’ emotions as they cross the finish line.  It’s a rich and beautiful moment. As Wohlwender describes it: “The idea is to catch runners at the very moment they cross the finish line of a full marathon (in this case the Grand Rapids Marathon), so… Continue reading Pride Points

Hugh Kretschmer on Miracle Mile

Clark | Oshin Gallery at The Icon presents photographs & a gallery talk by Hugh Kretschmer, as part of L.A.’s Miracle Mile Art Walk, Saturday, July 18th. A native of Los Angeles, Hugh Kretschmer is an internationally acclaimed photographer, known for meticulously rendered, conceptual images. Kretschmer (who’s newest work was featured on Arts in Residence last… Continue reading Hugh Kretschmer on Miracle Mile

Hugh Kretschmer’s “Blustery Day”

Photographer Hugh Kretschmer is known for a one-of-a-kind, playful style, one that teases viewers’ imaginations. His eclectic photos appeal on multiple levels: Not only are they consistently surreal and fun, they’re also the result of a very unexpected hands-on process. Though the photos appear heavily Photo-shopped, they’re actually the result of a labor-intensive approach. I… Continue reading Hugh Kretschmer’s “Blustery Day”

Looking In: Robert Frank’s “The Americans”

I’m very excited about this one: From September 2009 thru January 2010, The Met will exhibit Looking In: Robert Frank’s The Americans. The exhibit will celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Americans, Franks’ famous book of black and white photos made on a beat-inflected cross-country road trip from 1955-56. Initially criticized for his depiction of… Continue reading Looking In: Robert Frank’s “The Americans”

Signs of the Times

Clic Gallery presents a new show called “Store Front” by James and Karla Murray, a photographic survey documenting New York City’s fast disappearing mom-and-pop shops. The accomplished artist/author duo spent over 10 years photographing the storied storefronts of family-run shops throughout the city. According to Clic Gallery, “From cheerful Italian bakeries with hand-painted murals to… Continue reading Signs of the Times