I’m often asked: Did you get what you wanted? But how should I know what I wanted? A photo is an encounter, a surprise. Marc Riboud Today was an open session and filled with a wide range of photography and art issues. What follows is a sampling of the conversations. Chris brought in some recent B&W images scanned from his prints...not the negatives. He also discussed issues around "stamping" information on back of pictures. He pointed out some tips about the actual stamping process and using "acid-free" inks. Many of the rubber stamp companies have gone out of business...but Fremont Rubber Stamp Company in Northern California is still making them. Link below fremontrubberstamp.typepad.com Bill & Kathy discussed their recent visit to Christie's for a preview of an upcoming fine art auction of major 20th Century art...Kathy pointed out that women were under-represented (as usual) and lessor prices for these women artists (as usual). Kathy discussed a recent article in the New Yorker entitled "The Canvas Ceiling" (see link below) The Canvas Ceiling “Discussion of the historical lack of recognition of female artists prompted by a New Yorker article, “The Canvas Ceiling” that was based on a new book, “Ninth Street Women” by Mary Gabriel. The book focused on the success factors of 5 of the 11 women in the 1951 exhibit (72 exhibitors) who ultimately gained recognition. It also pointed out that some things have changed little. In 1972 10% of MOMA’s permanent collection represented women and today the figure is 11%! “ / Kathy Wishner In the same vane, we discussed the recent story and photography in the NYT Style Magazine featuring Carrie Mae Weems a well recognized photographer and recipient of a MacArthur Genius Award in 2013. Recommend you look up her bio maybe on Wikipedia. Her portrait in the article prompted questions regarding the style and execution of the portrait. It was noted that, in part, this was a commercial shot highlighting fashion as much as subject. Her work both in photography and multimedia was discussed in the article. Below is the link to her website and NYT article Carrie Mae Weems NYT Article Carrie Mae Weems Website Rene showed us a new mini book on work of Jean-Michel Basquiat being showed at the Broad Museum. As usual Rene's work was a great presentation but raised the question of access and appropriation. The discussion revolved around appropriation and ownership of images taken in the museum. All felt that appropriation is part of all art either directly or indirectly. Direct copying or not giving credit where able is unethical. As far as ownership...as long as the museum or gallery allows photography in portions of heir collection they own, the photographer keeps the rights to the image.
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