Thursday, March 19, 2009

EMMET GOWIN: Pace/Macgill Gallery

Gowin, Emmet. Edith and Moth in Flight, 2002. Digital ink jet print with Ultra Chrome inks on Arches 100% cotton paper 7 1/2''x 7 1/2''

I like the overall blur that this photograph contains. This blur seems to convey a deep tension or discomfort when combined with the figure's rigid stance and obscure facial expression. The buzzing lines surrounding her head are also visually enticing with their sheer dynamism. In some ways this photograph reminds me of a forlorn mother Mary figure with a halo behind her.

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