powerful work

Photographer Lu Guanghas done some really moving and disturbing images of pollution in China.

http://www.chinahush.com/2009/10/21/amazing-pictures-pollution-in-china/

Bathroom Stall Unicorn Statements

I found these in the ladie's room at the Corner Brewery. I couldn't resist. Ha!

Cellar Roots now accepting submissions

Cellar Roots, an annual literary/arts publication produced by EMU students, is now accepting submissions (photography and other visual art, prose, and poetry) for the 39th (2010) edition. The theme is "change."

Submission guidellines are listed here.

Submission deadline is: December 24, 2009.

Holding Yourself Accountable

I was running through Hudson Mills park yesterday evening and had some thoughts I'd like to share. 

The leaves are at the peak of their autumn color and the smell in the air was amazing. As I was running around the park I began to think about photography and running simultaneously. I have been slacking a wee bit when it comes to my running routine. In the past few weeks I've been making it out three, two, and one week, I only made it out once. This inconsistency has led me to some moments of personal bashing and self-doubt. 

Why have I been letting myself down? I've always been very motivated and running is an important part my life. 

My friend shared an experience recently about holding herself accountable. She said she would do her workout at the gym if she had to report back to her physical therapist, but if not, she slacked. I was thinking about this last night while running in relationship to my own slacking. At this present moment, the only one holding me accountable for running is me. Isn't that the person that matters? Why is it that I'll let myself down but  do anything in my power to avoid letting a friend, family member, or in the past, a running coach, down? 

The light was brilliant last night. It illuminated the trees and darkened the shadows in a way that made the forest glow. Since I didn't have my camera, I took in a few deep breaths and tried to soak in the moment. All of my senses were completely satisfied and in that moment I made a promise to myself. I promised to stop making plans for tomorrow and start doing today. 

This has been a not-so-subtle inspirational moment.

Open Call

http://www.thebecafoundation.org/global/calls-to-artists.html

 http://www.wired.com/wiredscience/2009/10/photomicrography/all/1  I really like these Microphotography images. They are so beautiful.

Horror photography by Joshua Hoffine

Since we're going to be talking about digital techniques soon, and as Halloween is just around the corner, here's some horror photography with an obvious digital touch by Joshua Hoffine:

http://www.joshuahoffine.com/

His images range from unsettling to just gross, but they're all interesting. He clearly is able to tap into what creeps people out.

a sleep video

http://www.youtube.com/user/jpatrich#p/u/10/vdij8ECnXBM


I watched this several times. Call me a sissy, but I find this to be super cute. This isn't where I am going with my project, but it gave me motivation to shoot some couples. Any takers?

A couple recent photo exhibits

Two recent photo exhibits, one local, one sort of local:

Smoke and Mirrors (an exhibit by Detroit artist Mitch Cope)
Paint Creek Center for the Arts (407 Pine St. Rochester; 248-651-4110)
Now through Nov. 7, 2009; artist reception Oct 9, 7:00 pm

The Lens of Impressionism: Photography and Painting Along the Normandy Coast, 1850-1874
U-M Museum of Art (525 S. State St., Ann Arbor; 734-764-0395)
Free exhibit Oct 10, 2009-Jan 3, 2010
More details here.

When thinking of Leigh's work.

I thought of this, when I was considering Leigh's work. -Kristen

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_HXUhShhmY

Irving Penn dies at 92

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/10/08/arts/design/08penn.html

ARTS / ART & DESIGN

Irving Penn, Fashion Photographer, Is Dead at 92

By ANDY GRUNDBERG

Published: October 8, 2009

Mr. Penn’s blend of elegance and minimalism made him one of the most influential photographers of the century.

One of my photography instructors years ago told me her working method was to take her idea so far that it became ridiculous and then she would step backwards from there. Can't say I have ever worked this way but I think it is good advice.  Oh, photo not related, I just thought it made a nice addition to PUR.  

Robert & Shana Parke Harrison @ The Michigan Theater

Lecture will be held at The Michigan Theater, 603 E. Liberty Street, Thursday, November 12th from 5:10pm - 6:30pm.

"Photographers Robert and Shana Parke Harrison continue to pursue, with absorbing psychological and sensory effect, the ever-bleakening relationship linking humans, technology, and nature. At once formally arresting and immeasurably loaded with sensations—the work has a powerful impact both visually and viscerally. The Parke Harrison’s Stamps lecture is complemented by an exhibition of their work in the School of Art & Design’s Slusser Gallery October 16- November 13."

Facebook page for event.

Call for artists

"Call for Artists, Creative Photography Deadline for submission is October 31, 2009, no fee, 35% commission. Email jpgs, size, and medium to lindadimitroff@graffiagallery.com, or send pics (will be returned with enclosed postage) with same information to Graffia Gallery. Accepted Work must be received by October 26-31, 2009, no exceptions."

From John Cynar

Leigh has an exhibit!

Our classmate Leigh has an exhibit at the Civic Center Library in Livonia:

Make a big deal about it and embarrass the heck out of her.

The Look...The Feel...Of Cotton

A preview of things to come on critique day:

Looking at fetishes, trying to bring the viewer into feeling like s/he is there with the fetishist (or is the fetishist, maybe?).