“…that idea of art as redemption” October 5, 2007
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It was hard for me to let go of that idea of art as redemption; of the creative act as a sort validation for suffering and disillusionment. Poetry seemed to me much more than mere consolation. But this feeling, I’m chagrined to say as I stare down the age of forty, was inextricably bound up for me in personal ambition (or, at least, a sense of personal worth). Everyone wants to be useful, but I long wanted to be praised, admired and recognized for my usefulness. It seems to me now, however, that poetry is indeed a “normative instrument” only when your ambition burns brighter for the work than for yourself.
– Gregory Crosby
Angela’s artwork is showing in New York October 5, 2007
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If you’re in Manhattan on October 18th, do come to the opening reception!
(Click to see the announcement)
We won’t be there because we’re going to Hemet, California later this year, and that’s about all the fancy traveling and exotic locales that we’re up for.
Hanging art July 11, 2007
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When J.P. and Gwyn’s wedding was over on Saturday, Angela, Debi, and I crept back into the nave and hung the artwork for our upcoming exhibition Speaking in Tongues: The Spirit Unleashed.
The pieces look great together. I think this is a really strong show.
The opening reception is Thursday evening from 6 PM to 8 PM with live music from 7 to 7:30. Here’s a map, if you’d like to come!
(x/p to artsblog)
Really good art at Redeemer March 30, 2007
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Episcopal Church of the Redeemer in Kenmore is hosting an art exhibit throughout the Easter season entitled, “Visions of the Cross: Artists’ reflections on the Stations of the Cross“. My wife Angela is curating the show, which contains not a single image of Boxing Jesus.
“Stations”, ©Andrea Pratt 2007
She’s been writing about each of the participating artists and their work at her own blog, and at the Redeemer Arts and Music blog. Fascinating stuff!
The artwork goes on display on April 1st (Palm Sunday), with an artist reception Thursday, April 12 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
I will of course be there in my dual role as Artist’s Husband and Gofer.
Art or Bust October 19, 2006
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Hey, Angela’s online portfolio is linked in Bust magazine’s Girl Wide Web!
I invite you to visit Bust and rate her site. I am of course hoping that you will rate it as Awesome.
