Around the House:
Still-life by the Berkshire Photography Group
May 12, 2012 to July 6, 2012The theme for this show is the still-life which presents the challenge for the artist to transform the mundane, everyday objects from around the house into an artistic photographic statement. Stylistically, the members of this group are as different as onions and oranges.
Generally, still-life refers to any image containing one or
more inanimate objects either in an outdoor or interior setting. In contemporary photography circles, the
subject matter has expanded beyond fruits and vegetables on a table though
these are still perfectly acceptable objects to photograph. Light is the subject in all photography but
it usually has the starring role in the still-life. Some still- life compositions speak with
heavy undertones letting us see into the holes and intimacy that resides in the
home and in the frame. Some set a mood
of airiness and simplicity and act as portraits of the inhabitants themselves.
The figure may be present but is not the main idea of the image.
The mission of Art On Main is to bring art into the daily
lives of our community and this show provides a glimpse of how the artist’s
approach to their everyday surroundings can be elevated to something new and
sometimes sacred.
Art On Main is positioned in the center of town at
271 Main Street at Barnbrook Realty. The
gallery is open during regular business hours, 10 – 5, including Saturday and
Sunday.
