Since 2012, Allan Amato has been taking photographs of artists, and asking to reinterpret the portraits in their medium of choice. This collaboration is not only unique because it deals with the way in which the photographer sees his subjects, but how the artists themselves interpret and deal with the portrait of themselves. The artists did not compose the photograph, they are just working from it. It’s a great project and one of those exhibitions that must be seen in person. This exhibition marks the final footage to complete a documentary on the project, and Baby Tattoo will release a book mid-exhibition. As quoted in the press release “Rarely are we given an opportunity to confront our perceptions of reality and self; this exhibition will illuminate the universal tension between the pursuit of our vision and the demands of a critical and implacable world.”
Tag: karen hsiao
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“Perverse Foil”, Dan Quintana and Karen Hsiao @ Marcas Gallery
On August 2nd, Marcas Contemporary Art in Santa Ana, CA, opened a show entitled “Perverse Foil” which features new works by Dan Quintana & Karen Hsiao. There isn’t a web gallery for viewing the work, only a pdf catalog. While the images are not as large and high-res as I would enjoy, the show is well worth checking out. If you are in the area, the exhibition closes on August 31st.







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Review: Alternative Press Expo 2010

Ryan De La Hoz and Double Punch Gallery
Once again, October comes and so with it the Alternative Press Expo. Besides the idea of Halloween approaching, the APE is the other event I always look forward to during this season. Rows and rows of tables filled with independent comics, zines, shirts, and most importantly (to me at least) original art and prints. The APE is a great place to score some art and prints, and you might also learn about some new artists. Along with all of the new artists hoping to get their work seen, there are some familiar names such as Josh Ellingson, Alex Pardee, Camilla d’Errico, Mats!?, Karen Hsiao, Danni Shinya Luo, Joy Ang, and many more.
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