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LUZ DEL DÍA: Copyrighting the Light of Day |
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Rochester, NY |
Rochester NY Region |
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(ROCHESTER, NY – February 2, 2017) This winter the Photography program at Flower City Arts Center is proud to display LUZ DEL DÍA: Copyrighting the Light of Day, an exhibition of new work by artist-in-residence Stephanie Mercedes. Exhibition Dates: March 3 - 31, 2017 Opening Reception: Friday, March 3, 6-9pm Where: Photography Gallery. Flower City Arts Center, 713 Monroe Avenue, Rochester NY 14607 Who: Open to the public Cost: FREE LUZ DEL DÍA: Copyrighting the Light of Day is Stephanie Mercedes’ response to the Argentine Bill No. 2517-D-2015 that would erase all photographic remnants of the Dirty War from public access. With this project Mercedes attempts to preserve the archive by copyrighting "the light of day" of each image. The exhibition will consist of negatives and altered photographs displayed on light boxes illustrating the process of preserving the archive. Primarily a performance artist, Mercedes arrived at Flower City Arts Center with no previous experience working in a photography darkroom: It has been a privilege and a honor to join the Flower City Arts Center community. Not only have they welcomed me and my work with open arms, but the entire center and their amazing staff's knowledge of film photography is awe-inspiring. In a few short weeks, with guidance and access to their facilitates I been able to learn how to process and develop film, a essential component of my current project and something that - more - would have been very difficult without this residency. A project that seemed almost impossible a few months ago, might actually be realized and it is all thanks to the support and encouragement of the Flower City Art Center! Their commitment to the medium of photography and investment in young artists such as myself has already made a dramatic difference in my own practice - and I have no doubt they will continue to support and nurture vital cultural producers to come. — Stephanie Mercedes, 2017 Artist-in-Residence Mercedes will be in residence at the Center through April 30th. In addition to her exhibition LUZ DEL DÍA she is also presenting the Art & Politics Workshop Series at the Center in March & April. For more information: photo.rochesterarts.org/art-politics-workshop-series About Stephanie Mercedes Stephanie Mercedes is a Argentinian/American performance artist who graduated from Smith College with a degree in Latin American Politics and Studio Art. She was a recent Art + Law Fellow, and will be having her first solo show in the United States this February at Common Ground Gallery. Mercedes has performed and exhibited in Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Switzerland and the US. About the Photography Artist-in-Residency Program The Photography residency program at Flower City Arts Center prides itself on bridging art and education through community engagement. Residency periods range from 6 weeks to 12 months. The program brings in 3-4 artists per year. For more information: photo.rochesterarts.org About Flower City Arts Center Flower City Arts Center is a community-based not-for-profit that educates, encourages and inspires all people to create and enjoy the visual arts. As a member of the National Guild of Community Schools of the Arts, the organization is committed to making high-quality arts education available to all. Flower City Arts Center, formerly Genesee Center for the Arts & Education, has been operating since 1970. Flower City Arts Center is a darkroom and photography facility, a pottery workshop, and a printing and book arts center. Support of Flower City Arts Center benefits youth outreach programs and programs for the community. All of the money raised stays in Rochester and directly benefits members of the Rochester community. The Center uses its resources to provide youth programs in schools, offers over 140 classes to the general public, and rents space to artists and others interested in the visual arts. Internships, facilities for advanced area arts students and resource facilities for anyone interested in book arts, photography and pottery are also available. Three galleries in the building serve as exhibit space for local, regional and national artists. For more information, contact the Flower City Arts Center Administrative Office at 585-244-1730, or visit our website at www.rochesterarts.org. |
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