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| Hernease Davis shows her knitting work and B&W lifesize photogram (on the wall) at a recent critique. |
For over a year now I've been hosting a photography crits at my studio in Red Hook. There is no commitment to join, everyone who is interested in discussing photography from a critical point of view is welcome.
Every month we view and critique the work (in progress) of 2-3 photographers at my studio in the Red Hook section of Brooklyn. Photographers sign up in advance via a shared Google Sheet doc.
Here's a bit about the group and our critique process...
WHO?
- A mixed group of fellow photographers of varying skills and levels in their artistic careers, based in NYC, many of whom I know through my blog and/or ICP, SVA
- Other practicing artists, curators or critics that we can invite and who may show up
WHAT?
- Peer critique of primarily photography and photo-based works, other mediums welcome
- Open discussion of approach, subject matter, materials, techniques
- Feel free to bring food/snacks/drinks to share
- No fees and no pressure to commit (this is not a collective), show up when/if you can
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| Rocio De Alba gets her work critiqued. |
WHEN?
- Occurs monthly (usually the last Saturday from 2-4pm)
- We may not meet some months (like August) due to vacations/holidays, schedule conflicts, etc.
- Duration: 2 hours (20-30 mins critique per artist)
WHERE?
- My studio space at TI Art Studios in Red Hook, just off the Smith/9th Street stop on the F or G line
- There's enough space for around 10 people plus a large wall for showing work
- If there's more people we can use one of the common areas
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Looking at the work of Erica Allen.
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WHY?
- Because it's hard to get critical feedback from our friends and family who love us
- Because as artists we need a community that can have intellectual discussions about the effect/affect of our work
- Because many of you have also expressed the desire to get feedback on your work
- Because I want to hang with you all!
To diversify the type of criticism, we are looking for artists of other mediums, writers, curators and other art professionals to join. So if you're interested in joining, please sign up to receive email notifications about the next critique.
Hope to see you,
Qiana
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