I am quite pleased that I had two prints juried into a multi-artist show commemorating Pittsburgh's 250th birthday. The show is entitled "Pittsburgh Through AAP Eyes", with AAP being the Associated Artists Of Pittsburgh. The show runs from Feb 8th to March 9th at The Pittsburgh Center For the Arts and includes both two and three dimensional art. The two prints of mine that are going to be on display are:
"Escape"
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"Old And New"
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So where does the issue of confusion come in, as the title of this post would suggest? Twice in the past I have written about the rights of photographers in Pittsburgh. Those posts can be seen here and here. In addition, fellow blogger Billie Mercer recently wrote about two even more concerning episodes involving photographer's rights. Those posts can be read here and here.
Again, what is the source of confusion? The issue is that, on the one hand, there are apparently areas in the city where security guards feel that they can stop people from photographing, despite the fact that it is perfectly legal to do so and, on the other hand, a show can be put together to honor the city that contains images that, on another day, might have been unable to be obtained because of over-zealous security guards and building owners. The image entitled "Escape", for example, was actually taken while standing on PPG property, though not of the PPG Building. So, they stop you from photographing there, but, if you manage to get some shots, the images can be in a show commemorating the city! Figure that one out.
Again, what is the source of confusion? The issue is that, on the one hand, there are apparently areas in the city where security guards feel that they can stop people from photographing, despite the fact that it is perfectly legal to do so and, on the other hand, a show can be put together to honor the city that contains images that, on another day, might have been unable to be obtained because of over-zealous security guards and building owners. The image entitled "Escape", for example, was actually taken while standing on PPG property, though not of the PPG Building. So, they stop you from photographing there, but, if you manage to get some shots, the images can be in a show commemorating the city! Figure that one out.
12 comments:
Maybe you will have security guards show up to your show and prevent people from taking pictures of your images? :-)
Confusion aside (that's far too complicated even for a physicist to solve;-), I warm congrats! on having two fine images selected for exhibit. Both are very strong "abstracts", with beautiful tones and colors. (Indeed, I wish I had your way with *colors*, something I struggle with constantly). Nicely done.
Andy, thanks very much.....I appreciate the kind words.
Congrats, Howard. The images are great, just lovely. What size are they?
I often read about confused security guards limiting photographer's rights. I think about it whenever I venture into the city with a camera.
Thanks Con...the skyscraper one is framed to 22x28 inches. The fire escape is obviously much narrower.
Nice images Howard, congrats on your achievement !
great prints howard, they were among the ones which really stood out to me at the opening.
rick byerly
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Thanks Gary..thanks Rick. Rick your image of the Roberto Clemente statue was fantastic...it had incredible 'three dimensionality to it' . I really enjoyed the opening.
Howard - Let me know when you are going to the show to see your work. Mabey that could be our chance to meet...
Peace ~ John
thanks howard, i appreciate it! anytime you have a show you want to get the word out about just let me know and i'll post on the pittsburgh galleries blog.
rick byerly
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www.pittsburghgalleries.blogspot.com
howard, forgot to mention your first post has "The show runs from Feb 8th to April 13th at The Pittsburgh Center For the Arts " when the ending date is March 9, 2008
rick
Thanks Rick...fixed it
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