Joel-Peter Witkin "Poetic Realism"
Bruce Silverstein
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At first glance, the artistry of Witkin’s tableaux seems more painterly than their actual photographic manifestations. From their conception as preparatory sketches to their completion as ornate constructions, Witkin’s reference of art history’s traditional iconography serves as a backdrop to his subjects as well as a basis to his ideas. However, it is Witkin’s chosen subject matter and his benevolent treatment thereof, which further cement the discrepancy between his work and that of accepted photographic representation - utilizing the camera’s assumed truth to accentuate the sensational transformation of his subjects.
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from October 16, 2008 to November 15, 2008
Opening Reception on 2008-10-16 from 18:00 to 20:00