Hello, All.
It's been busy here for the past few weeks getting myself ready for an exciting summer of art.
To see the the fruits of my labors and the works of some very talented women artists that I'm honored to share an exhibition with, come to our opening at Gallery 1313.
Here's the invitation and a sneak peek at something I'm working on for the show.
I look forward to seeing you at the reception. In the meantime, while I'm elbow deep in all of these creative endeavors, I thought I'd share some links to inspire, provide humor and/or simply pass the time. Here goes...
May is Photography Month and with that comes the Scotiabank CONTACT Photo Festival. Surf on over to their website to see the calendar of events, workshops, and exhibitions going on throughout out the city. Below are a few pieces from my gallery hop in the Junction. (Works by Alice Dixon, Aaron Friend Letter, Meera Margaret-Singh, and Philippa C.)
This Portable LAB-BOX lets you develop film at home.
Here's an affordable flying phone case camera that will lay those annoying selfie sticks to rest.
In this powerful photo series, Strong is the New Pretty.
This photographer uses paper cutouts to transform famous landmarks.
Fujifilm releases the Instax Square SQ10, a square format analog digital hybrid.
Have fun with this quirky ‘solarcan’ camera' that photographs the sun’s changing path through the sky.
A new take on the food still life by Sarah Anderson.
I'm such a sucker for impossible geometry.
Finally, we have a way to unite the summer revelers who choose to drink rosé and those who drink 40s.
Who knew what a colorful world existed inside of golf balls?
I'm a big fan of Nicolas Bruno's photography. And, he's a fellow Long Islander!
Get a swimsuit for your DSLR.
Does anyone else out there have neck issues from using digital devices? Perhaps, this will help.
Get off your butt and shoot!
Learn about some organizations promoting women artists.
See stunning photos of Saturn taken by the Cassini spacecraft.
I especially like Picasso's "The Old Guitarist" pin at the Pin Museum.
Don't forget about the Kingston Road Art Walk!
UPDATES: #Resistance
Here are some updates to my previous post, The Role of Artists and Women in the Post Election World. If you're looking to become more active in the Resistance Movement, it's a good place to start. May we all continue to fight for art, fight for women, and fight for what is right! #RESIST
Help ProPublica document hate.
This site tracks how much Trump’s Mar-A-Lago trips are costing you.
Want to take immediate revenge on House Republicans who voted to destroy health care? Here's how.
John Oliver rallies ‘Time-Wasters And Troublemakers’ to fight the FCC.
On June 3rd, get involved with your local March for Truth. Marching matters and makes a difference. Orange 45 watches television. Also, stay tuned for info about the March to Equality on June 11th.
Flying Pigs Will Block Trump Tower for one glorious day this summer.
Hillary Clinton officially launches a resistance group encouraging people to organize, get involved, and run for office.
Lipstick it to the man! All proceeds from this lipstick go to Planned Parenthood.