Upon walking into The Alley on the square, one can see art of many different genres and styles decorating the long hallway. The walls of pleasure, defiance, pain, ingenuity and love encompass onlookers in a way that makes returning to this venue desirous. One will never be bored looking at the works of multiple artists. This particular Sunday, Feb. 24, The Alley (also known as Church Street Art Studio) was working in cohesion with Aperture Studios to produce something a little different.
In addition to the artwork, which had been strategically rearranged, there was an array of photographs aligned on the walls. People were moving from piece to piece, finding their own message in each photograph. The first of many photography shows was happening, and the created excitement proved promise of awesome shows yet to come.
A perfect juxtaposition between the artists was evident. Rachel Johnson’s art consisted of mainly color photography with few black and white prints while Kristy Rodgers’ art consisted of many black and white gel prints and some color photography. Rachel’s photographs included different objects in abstract light but few people; Kristy’s photographs consisted of mostly people doing different things with only some abstract objects. Each photographer complemented the other in a way likened to that of two different sides of the same coin.
Though this juxtaposition was extremely appealing to the eye and many showed up to view the artwork, much hard work was involved and obstacles had to be overcome to get that point. Kristy learned that covering her photographs is probably best in a situation where what people touch cannot be controlled. She also gained a better perspective and inspiration by observing what people are looking for in artwork.
Individuals have different visions of what is beautiful, and this holds true even when organizing the dynamics of a photography showcase. Rachel learned that just because people can bring something different to the table, they don’t necessarily have to. Saving ideas for future freelance events can be a good thing when it comes to creativity.
Sometimes, when dealing with creative types, obstacles will inevitably arise. The environment produced from such obstacles opens a door for a light at the end of the tunnel. In fact, the opposition in this situation made the light bigger and brighter in the end. How? The energies did eventually come together, creating a complimentary situation in which all parties involved learned lessons which will help them all in future endeavors.
Out of disorder came an even more beautiful appreciation for the art itself, and also for the artists that paved the way for future shows. There is a point to all the pleasure, defiance, pain, ingenuity and love that carries through the artist into the art?from chaos, artistic utopia exists.
For more information about future shows, e-mail aperturestudios@gmail.com.
