Our current exhibit, Identity and the American Landscape: The Photography of Wing Young Huie, which runs until March 29, is an amazing display of the fabric of the American landscape according to celebrated photographer Wing Young Huie. Often printed on paper that makes his subjects larger than life, his work reveals often overlooked or invisible individuals. Whether held together by class, race, health or social concerns, Mr. Huie’s beautiful, thoughtful, and at times humorous portraits provide a space in which the human drama may be played out and the minor actor is allowed center stage. Though some are in color, if you love black and white photography, you should not miss this.
The opening for this exhibit was attended by at least 150 individuals, and the public discussion on race and culture the night before was attended by 85 people. It was a great turnout, considering that we had at least 980 people turn out on the same night (Thursday) for the Krasl annual elementary school art show held at the Box Factory for the Arts in St. Joseph--just a few short blocks away. It just proves that people love culture and art even in the most unpleasant of weather.
Our next exhibit which opens Friday, April 3, will be Fragments and Memories: Selected Works by Bill Davis and Christopher Pekoc. Come and explore the concept of palimpsests and deconstruction. We will also be welcoming the Bridgman Chamber of Commerce to the Krasl that evening. And watch our web site for related events for adults and children.
Everything is hopping in St. Joseph--and it's not even summer yet!
See you on April 3rd!
Kathee
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