FotoWeek DC Events
Lectures
36 Events
Lecture - Lotte Christensen | DATE: | 11/6/2009 - 11/6/2009 |
| WHEN: | 1:30 PM |
| WHERE: | Corcoran Gallery of Art and Frances and Armand Hammer Auditorium T: 202.639.1867 |
| DESCRIPTION: | Lotte Christensen’s work is included in the FotoWeek DC exhibition What Lies Beneath: Nature & Urban Landscape in EU Photography. This exhibition is courtesy of the Embassy of Denmark |
| COST: | Free |
Lecture - Presenting Your Work to the Fine Art Community: Mary Virginia Swanson. | DATE: | 11/7/2009 - 11/7/2009 |
| WHEN: | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
| WHERE: | Photoworks Gallery Glen Echo Park T: 301.634.2274 |
| DESCRIPTION: | Mary Virginia Swanson makes it her goal to help photographers find the strengths in their work and identify appreciative audiences in today’s marketplace. She is considered an expert in the area of marketing and licensing fine art. Her workshops and lectures have proven to aid countless photographers in moving their careers to the next level. |
| COST: | $25 pre-registration. At the door $30. Swanson’s book, The Business of Photography: Principles and Practices, will be available at a substantial discount. Payment and registration: Photoworks. 301-634-2274 for questions. |
FotoWeek Central 1 Photographer Presentations | DATE: | 11/7/2009 - 11/7/2009 |
| WHEN: | 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
| WHERE: | FotoWeek Central 1
Hours: |
| DESCRIPTION: | 12:00pm Michael Stewart - Foto-Tech.com Presents HDR Multi-Image Photography The traditional laws of photography no longer apply; see how computational photography extends exposure range, depth of field and angle of view. Take a closer look at HDR, Focus Stacking, and Image Stitching. Including simple Photoshop techniques and programs like Photomatix, Helicon Focus and PT Gui. 1:00pm John Harrington - The Art Of the Deal From the long-term value of client relationships, to real-world client interactions, The Art of the Deal will give photographers insights into how to be better at the business of photography. In this abbreviated version of John Harrington's longer-form presentation, he will discuss the finer points of client relationships, and dissect some of his own client interactions. What are the factors that go into determining a photographers' rate, and how a license gives both the client and the photographer clarity and peace of mind when it comes to image uses. 3:00pm Max MacKenzie - The Truth Does Not Make a Good Story; That's Why We Have Art Join Maxwell MacKenzie, award-winning architectural and fine-art photographer, author of " Abandonings ", " American Ruins ", and " Markings", for a brief look at how, over 40 years, he gradually learned to break free from reality and bend the truth a bit to make better photographs for his clients. As Richard Avedon said: " All photographs are accurate. None of them is the truth. " 4:00pm Max Hirshfeld - iShot Max has been shooting with his iPhone for a year or so and realized that it truly represents that old expression about never leaving home without a camera. "Sort of an extension of my brain, with decent eye/hand coordination practice thrown in" he comments. 5:00pm Regis Lefebure - Light in the Fast Lane The colorful drama of sports cars racing from day into night, night into day can easily make for compelling imagery. And the people involved, making it happen behind the wheel, in the pit boxes or behind the scenes, are crucial to the success or failure of the competing teams. Successful motorsports photography requires speed and precise timing, technical mastery of equipment and processing, and an anticipation of what's about to happen. Communicating visually with simple yet powerful images with impact is an element that can place the knowing photographer above others in the eyes of clients. This presentation will show the results of these successes (and failures) along with a discussion of how and why. |
| COST: | Free |
Lecture - Process: Text & Image, by artists John Borstel, Matthew M. Smith, and curator Mark Power | DATE: | 11/7/2009 - 11/7/2009 |
| WHEN: | 12:30 PM |
| WHERE: | Photoworks Gallery Glen Echo Park T: 301.634.2274 |
| DESCRIPTION: | Introduced by curator Mark Power, photographers John Borstel and Matthew M. Smith discuss the range of strategies they use to synthesize image with text in their intimate and theatrical works. Light refreshments will be served.
The exhibit will be at Photoworks Gallery from October 3 to November 15. The gallery will be open from 9:30am to 6pm on Saturday, Nov. 7. For further information on hours, please call the gallery at 301-634-2274. |
| COST: | Free |
Fotoweek Lecture Series at the Katzen Arts Center featuring Liza Faktor, Lincoln Schatz, and Alexandra Avakian | DATE: | 11/7/2009 - 11/7/2009 |
| WHEN: | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
| WHERE: | American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center
T: 202.885.1300 |
| DESCRIPTION: | In this unique opportunity, three internationally renowned photographers will present their work, giving an insider's view of some of the most exciting photography being produced today. This is the first of two photographers talks organized by FotoWeek and Lucian Perkins. Each photographer will speak for about an hour. Liza Faktor, a Russian photographer and curator, will show some of the latest photography emerging from Russia and the CIS today. Lincoln Schatz will show his unique form of participatory art and portraits with his recent project “Portrait of the Violence Epidemic” and his commission to create “Esquire’s Portrait of the 21st Century”. Alexandra Avakian will show work from her latest book, "Windows of the Soul, My journeys in the Muslim World" published by Focal Point/National Geographic, and a short selection of her LIFE Magazine pictures from the fall of the Berlin Wall in honor of the 20th anniversary. There will also be a special viewing of Tim Hetherington's piece “Sleeping Soldiers” which was described by Photo District News as “best photojournalism project we can’t show you. ” |
| COST: | $20 suggested donation at the door |
Lecture - Dan Burkholder | DATE: | 11/7/2009 - 11/7/2009 |
| WHEN: | 7:00 PM |
| WHERE: | Metropolitan Center for the Visual Arts (VisArts)
T: 301.315.8200 Hours: |
| DESCRIPTION: | Dan Burkholder is the author of “Making Digital Negatives for Contact Printing” and “The Color of Loss, ” Dan has taught digital imaging workshops for 14 years on three continents. |
| COST: | Free |
Symposium - Experiments in 19th Century Color Photography | DATE: | 11/8/2009 - 11/8/2009 |
| WHEN: | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| WHERE: | Smithsonian Institution National Museum of American History (Carmichael Auditorium) |
| DESCRIPTION: | This one-day scholarly symposium will bring together national and
international specialists (curators, historians and conservators) to
present new scholarship on the history of early experiments in color
photography in the 19th century, highlighting the related unique
collections of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History.
RSVP at http://americanhistory.si.edu/rsvp/photosymposium. Scheduled Presenters: Michelle Delaney, Curator, Photographic History Collection, National Museum of American History, Smithsonian Institution, “The Hillotypes Collection at the National Museum of American History” Dr. Dusan Stulik, Senior Scientist, The Getty Conservation Institute, “Current Getty Research on 19th Century Photographic Processes” Grant Romer, Senior Conservator, The International Museum of Photography at the George Eastman House, “Color in the Eastman House Collections” Kelly Wright, Adjunct Professor and Doctoral Candidate, University of Cincinnati; “Reverend Hill’s Domestic World: The Context for Color in 1856” Francois Brunet, Professor of Art History and Literature, University of Paris, “The International Historiography of Early Color Photography” |
| COST: | Free |
Lecture - The Sky is Falling? What’s up in Photo Land and why it’s Time to be Optimistic about Image making by Tim Wride | DATE: | 11/8/2009 - 11/8/2009 |
| WHEN: | 1:00 PM |
| WHERE: | Corcoran Gallery of Art and Frances and Armand Hammer Auditorium T: 202.639.1867 |
| DESCRIPTION: | Just when you thought it was safe to go out in the Art World…everyone starts talking about toxic assets and downsizing! What’s an art lover to do? Curator/writer/educator Tim B. Wride will give his unique, and usually irreverent, look at the state of the Photography World in the wake of our current economic, social, and aesthetic meltdown. Follow as he guides us through the past and present trends that are in crisis, and take a leap as he offers insights into what may be the look of the future. Tim will point fingers, name names, and tilt at windmills as he explains how he dares harbor a satisfied sense of total OPTIMISM for the future of image making. |
| COST: | Free |
Eight Short Stories from Around the World | DATE: | 11/8/2009 - 11/8/2009 |
| WHEN: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| WHERE: | Busboys and Poets
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| DESCRIPTION: | BagnewsNotes Blogger Michael Shaw leads off an evening with a presentation about White House Photo Strategy. Eight local photographers follow with highlights of their recent projects: Frank Day, Ethiopia; Katie Falkenberg, Uninsured in the MIssissipi Delta; Marvin Joseph, Body Builders; Darrow Montgomery, Washington Beyond the Monuments; Louie Palu, War in Afghanistan; Ivan Sigel, White Road--Journeys through Central Asia; Sarah Voisin, Drug Cartels Reign in Mexico; and Terri Weifenbach, "Another Summer", A book Project. |
| COST: | Free |
Lecture - Bruce Barnbaum | DATE: | 11/8/2009 - 11/8/2009 |
| WHEN: | 7:00 PM |
| WHERE: | Metropolitan Center for the Visual Arts (VisArts)
T: 301.315.8200 Hours: |
| DESCRIPTION: | In addition to being an author of several photography books, Bruce is a frequent contributor to several photography magazines and his work is represented in galleries throughout the North America, and is in the collections of museums and private collectors worldwide. |
| COST: | Free |
Lecture - Deborah Willis | DATE: | 11/9/2009 - 11/9/2009 |
| WHEN: | 12:00 PM |
| WHERE: | Corcoran Gallery of Art and Frances and Armand Hammer Auditorium T: 202.639.1867 |
| DESCRIPTION: | Dr. Deborah Willis is Chair and Professor of Photography and Imaging at Tisch School of the Arts, New York University, where she also has an affiliated appointment with the College of Arts and Sciences, Africana Studies. Named as one of the 100 Most Important People in Photography by American Photography Magazine, she is also a 2005 Guggenheim and Fletcher Fellow, a 2000 MacArthur Fellow, a 1996 Recipient of the Anonymous Was a Woman Foundation Award. She is one of the nation's leading historians of African American photography and curators of African American culture. Among Deborah’s notable projects are Reflections in Black: A History of Black Photographers 1840 to the Present, A Small Nation of People: W.E. B. DuBois and African American Portraits of Progress, The Black Female Body in Photography, Barack Obama: The Historic Campaign in Photographs, and Let Your Motto Be Resistance. Her upcoming book entitled Posing Beauty will be released in October 2009. She will review at all levels. |
| COST: | Free |
Lecture - Donna DeCesare | DATE: | 11/9/2009 - 11/9/2009 |
| WHEN: | 2:00 PM |
| WHERE: | Corcoran Gallery of Art and Frances and Armand Hammer Auditorium T: 202.639.1867 |
| DESCRIPTION: | Donna DeCesare is widely known for her groundbreaking photographic reportage on the spread of Los Angeles gangs in Central America. Her photographs of children in Guatemala and Colombia who are former child soldiers, survivors of sexual abuse, or who live with the stigma of HIV helped UNICEF to develop protocols for photographing children at risk. Publications featuring her work include the New York Times Magazine, Life, DoubleTake and Aperture. She is the recipient of an Emmy award, the Dorothea Lange Prize, the Alicia Patterson Fellowship, the Mother Jones International Photo Fund Award, the Soros Independent Project fellowship and most recently a Fulbright Fellowship in Colombia. DeCesare is currently documenting narratives of loss and survival among those who have suffered political violence in Colombia. Images and text from this project published on the Web site Crimes of War won a top award in the National Press Photographers Association Best of Photojournalism contest. Her work has been exhibited in one-woman venues internationally. DeCesare is a tenured associate professor at the University of Texas at Austin School of Journalism, a faculty affiliate with Latin American Studies and an advisory board member for the Knight Center for Journalism in the Americas. DeCesare is also on the advisory committee of the Dart Center for Journalism and Trauma at the Columbia University School of Journalism. She will review at all levels. |
| COST: | Free |
Lecture - Copyright: Protecting Your Images and Creative Work and Why it's So Important by the American Society of Picture Professionals DC/South Chapter | DATE: | 11/9/2009 - 11/9/2009 |
| WHEN: | 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
| WHERE: | US Navy Memorial Burke Theater |
| DESCRIPTION: | The American Society of Picture Professionals DC/South Chapter presents a compelling evening of Photographers and Legal Professionals that will take you on a journey of Copyright Law, How to Prevent Image Theft, Register your creative work and a Panel discussion of recent copyright news stories that have brought this issue to light. This affects not only professional photographers and artists but anyone who posts their photos online. Presenters: John Harrington, elected President of the White House News Photographers Association in 2009 Brad R. Newberg, Senior Counsel, Holland & Knight Registration is from 6:30pm-6:45pm Lecture starts at 7:00pm You must register online here - don't wait! Last year's event SOLD OUT! To contact ASPP click here |
| COST: | ASPP Members: $8 Non-Members: $10 Students: $5 |
Lecture - Storefront Churches - Camilo José Vergara | DATE: | 11/9/2009 - 11/9/2009 |
| WHEN: | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| WHERE: | National Building Museum
T: 202.272.2448 Hours: |
| DESCRIPTION: | Hear photographer Camilo José Vergara discuss his work in the current National Building Museum exhibition Storefront Churches: Photographs by Camilo José Vergara and other projects. Storefront Churches will be open for viewing prior to the program. A book signing will follow the lecture. |
| COST: | $12 Museum member $20 Nonmember $12 Student (with ID) |
Panel Discussion - When Sights & Sounds Converge: Storytelling in the Digital World | DATE: | 11/9/2009 - 11/9/2009 |
| WHEN: | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM |
| WHERE: | National Public Radio At National Geographic Grovesner Auditorium |
| DESCRIPTION: | National Geographic and NPR are each renowned for storytelling. And both have adapted to new digital technologies that facilitate -- and change -- the way they report. Join NPR's Jacki Lyden as she hosts a panel discussion and presentation about the evolution of storytelling in sights and sounds. Panelists -- including Stephen Alvarez, National Geographic photographer; Keith Jenkins, NPR's multimedia director; and Andrea Hsu, producer for All Things Considered -- discuss how they're adapting in the ever-changing digital world. RSVP strongly encouraged; please send email to pictureshow@npr.org. |
| COST: | Free |
Lecture - Sam Abell: Artist, Teacher, Author - Sponsored by Canon Explorers of Light and ASMPDC | DATE: | 11/10/2009 - 11/10/2009 |
| WHEN: | 6:30 PM |
| WHERE: | US Navy Memorial
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| DESCRIPTION: | Description: Sam Abell's 30 year career has been dedicated to achieving artistic expression through documentary photography. He has produced in-depth coverage of remote regions of the world for National Geographic Magazine and its Book Division as well as maintained a career as an artist, teacher, and author. He has applied himself, in particular, to the photography of cultural landscape. He explores ways in which places can be purely recorded, with images simultaneously shaped by the photographer's imagination. As photographer and author, Sam will talk about his books, the almost mystical Life of a Photograph and the complex, thoughtful and inspiring Photographic Life. Register at www.asmpdc.com |
| COST: | Free |
Panel Discussion - Environmental Images: The Photoblog Event | DATE: | 11/10/2009 - 11/10/2009 |
| WHEN: | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| WHERE: | Goethe-Institut Washington
T: 202.289.1200 |
| DESCRIPTION: | Discussion with Jim Dougherty: environmental activitist and Washington-based photographer Alexa St. Clair: Oregon-based photographer Isabelle Hayeur: Canadian-based photographer (via telephone or videoconference). Explore how photoblogging is expanding our means of communication. This year, a group of American, Canadian, and German photographers is engaged in an internet-based dialogue about the environment – through pictures. Sponsored by the Goethe-Institut, the blog is a chance to let artists speak to each other in the language of photography instead of in German, English, or French. The panelists will address what this nonverbal dialogue has meant to each photographer – both as an artist and as an environmentalist. During the evening, the audience will look at the blog and can write some comments directly to the website. RSVP to 202.289.1200 ext. 170 or rsvp@washington.goethe.org. |
| COST: | Free. |
Lecture - APA DC Presents: A Very Special Evening With Stephen Wilkes Sponsored by Canon USA | DATE: | 11/11/2009 - 11/11/2009 |
| WHEN: | 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
| WHERE: | GWU Jack Morton Auditorium in the Media and Public Affairs Building |
| DESCRIPTION: | American Photographer Stephen Wilkes makes an extremely rare appearance in Washington, DC, for what promises to be an inspiring, and dare we say, life changing event. His achievements in both commercial and fine art photography are a monument unto themselves. Tonight, he will share a rare glimpse of his life's work with the DC photo and arts community. You will see the soul of a man, whose street photography roots have transformed him into one of the most recognized names in commercial, editorial, and fine art photography today. This state of the art theater features a High Definition rear projection system along with top quality digital audio sound systems. For more information, please visit http://apadc.com/ |
| COST: | Free |
Photography's Current Marketplace: A Panel Discussion | DATE: | 11/11/2009 - 11/11/2009 |
| WHEN: | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| WHERE: | American University, Wechsler Theatre (Mary Graydon Center 315)
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| DESCRIPTION: | Photography departments are being downsized and newspapers are folding. Still cameras now have video capability and equipment is becoming cheaper and more accessible. How do these changes affect current and future photographers? How do we market ourselves moving forward? What do our portfolios look like now? Join as we discuss the implications of these changes on working and aspiring photographers and see how photographers, publication editors, and galleries have responded to these shifts. Cameron Davidson, Kathleen Ewing, Karen Kasmauski |
| COST: | Free |
Digital Photography Best Practices and Workflow (dpBestflow) Launch Event | DATE: | 11/11/2009 - 11/11/2009 |
| WHEN: | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| WHERE: | US Navy Memorial
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| DESCRIPTION: | A lecture presented by the American Society of Media Photographers. The product of two years of extensive
research, dpBestflow offers the latest in digital imaging best
practices for maintaining the quality and integrity of your images.
dpBestflow is the product of United States Library of Congress-funded
research through its National Digital Information Infrastructure and
Preservation Program. This special evening will offer a short
presentation by dpBestflow educators Judy Herrmann and Jay Kinghorn, as
well as an introduction by Richard Anderson, Project Director, and
Peter Krogh, Senior Project Manager. Special guests include Carolyn
Arms, Phil Michel, Carl Fleishhauer, and Martha Anderson of the Library
of Congress Management Team, as well as Patti Russotti, Richard Kelly
and Eugene Mopsik. Reception and book signing will follow. Click here to contact ASMP Click here for RSVP/Ticketing |
| COST: | Free |
Lecture - Alexander Vasiljev - Photography in the Rainforest | DATE: | 11/11/2009 - 11/11/2009 |
| WHEN: | 7:00 PM |
| WHERE: | Watergate Gallery
T: 202.338.4488 |
| DESCRIPTION: | Artist's talk by Alexander Vasiljev. |
| COST: | Free |
Lecture - Edward Burtynsky and the Industrial Sublime | DATE: | 11/11/2009 - 11/11/2009 |
| WHEN: | 7:00 PM |
| WHERE: | Corcoran Gallery of Art and Frances and Armand Hammer Auditorium T: 202.639.1867 |
| DESCRIPTION: | One of the world’s most respected photographers, Edward Burtynsky explores the intricate connection between industry and nature in his photographs, beautifully depicting the inherent tension between mankind’s struggle to preserve and exploit the landscape. Capturing landscapes that are both beautiful and terrifying, Burtynsky has mastered the art of the industrial sublime in photography. On this evening, he discusses the exhibition Edward Burtynsky: Oil (on view at the Corcoran through December 13, 2009) and its place within his oeuvre. $15 Members; $20 Public |
| COST: | $15 Corcoran Members $20 Public |
Lecture - Polar Obsession | DATE: | 11/11/2009 - 11/11/2009 |
| WHEN: | 7:30 PM |
| WHERE: | National Geographic Society Headquarters Grosvenor Auditorium |
| DESCRIPTION: | Since 2003, Paul Nicklen has published nine feature stories in National Geographic magazine, making a name for himself as one of the world’s leading wildlife photographers. This committed naturalist shares images from his new book, “Polar Obsession, ” showcasing the beauty of the Arctic and Antarctic and capturing the impact of climate change. Tickets may be purchased online at www.nglive.org, via telephone at (202) 857-7700, or in person at the National Geographic ticket office between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Free parking is available in the National Geographic underground garage for all programs that begin after 6 p.m. |
| COST: | NatGeo Members: $15 General Public: $18 |
Getty Images Grant Awards Multimedia Presentation | DATE: | 11/12/2009 - 11/12/2009 |
| WHEN: | 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM |
| WHERE: | National Portrait Gallery
T: 202.633.8300 Hours: |
| DESCRIPTION: | This multi media presentation showcases the work of 9 photojournalists - including 5 professionals (Alex Majoli, Paolo Pellegrin, Brenda Ann Kenneally, Krissane Johnson and Zalmai) and 4 students (Max Bruan, Andy Spyra, Carl Kiilsgaard and Ed Ou) who were selected by teams of industry experts from more than 450 proposals to receive this year's Getty Images Grants for Editorial Photography. Grant recipients' projects are discussed in their own voices as their powerful imagery unfolds on screen. The presentation is introduced by Aidan Sullivan, Vice President, Photo Assignments for Getty Images, and includes time for questions and discussion between the audience and grant winners who are able to attend the event. |
| COST: | Free |
Lecture - Darius Himes : Who Cares About Books? | DATE: | 11/12/2009 - 11/12/2009 |
| WHEN: | 5:00 PM |
| WHERE: | Insomniac Design
Hours: |
| DESCRIPTION: | Interest in photography books has never been greater, with artists,
photographers and curators seeing the book as the central form of
expression for their work. Publisher and critic Darius Himes talks
about the landscape of photobook publishing as it stands today,
highlighting some of the most interesting small publishers and
discussing the ramifications of print-on-demand technology. Talk followed by the opening reception for the exhibition Christopher Colville. |
| COST: | Free |
Lecture and Demonstration - Wet Collodion Tintypes by Phil Nesmith | DATE: | 11/12/2009 - 11/12/2009 |
| WHEN: | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| WHERE: | Irvine Contemporary
W: www.irvinecontemporary.com Hours: |
| DESCRIPTION: | Some of the earliest photographic processes produced positive images on plates of polished silver-clad copper, glass, and tin. Each image was unique-- the film negative was many decades away when daguerrotypes, ambrotypes, and tintypes were all the rage. In this gallery talk/demonstration artist Phil Nesmith gives an overview of this rich period in photographic history, as well as a discussion on the modern resurgence of interest in and use of 19th century processes in contemporary art. While tintypes and other early photographic processes were thought by many to have died nearly a century ago, these media have had a renaissance in recent decades, including some of America's most famous contemporary artists, from Chuck Close to Virginia photographer Sally Mann. In addition to a lecture on historic processes and their modern applications, Nesmith will demonstrate the process of making wet collodion tintypes, a magical process that sheds light both on the history of photography and on contemporary art. For further information, please contact Lauren Gentile (202) 332-8767. |
| COST: | Free |
Camera as Catalyst: Presentation and Book Signing by Magnum Photographer Christopher Anderson | DATE: | 11/12/2009 - 11/12/2009 |
| WHEN: | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM |
| WHERE: | American University, Wechsler Theatre (Mary Graydon Center 315)
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| DESCRIPTION: | The Center for Social Media and The School of Communication at American University present Magnum Photographer Christopher Anderson on November 12, 2009 from 6-8:30pm in The Wechsler Theatre (Mary Graydon Center 315). Since 1995, Anderson has photographed a wide range of issues including Afghan refugees in Pakistan, the economic crisis in Russia, the election of Evo Morales in Bolivia, Haitian migration to the U. S., the war between Hezbollah and Israel, and stone throwing in Gaza. He has published two books, the most recent, Capitolio, explores the complex and often contradictory world of contemporary Caracas, Venezuela. Anderson has received Kodak Young Photographer of the Year Award, the Robert Capa Gold Medal, and was nominated to Magnum in 2005. He currently lives in New York. |
| COST: | Free |
Symposium - African Art, Modernist Photography, and the Politics of Representation - Part I | DATE: | 11/13/2009 - 11/13/2009 |
| WHEN: | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| WHERE: | The University of Maryland, College Park
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| DESCRIPTION: | Part one of a two-part symposium addresses the embrace of African art by the avant-garde in the first decades of the 20th century, within the context of cultural appropriation, race, power, and the politics of representation in the colonial age. Art historian and critic Jack Flam gives the keynote address at the University of Maryland, College Park, framing the critical reexamination of modernist primitivism from a 21st-century perspective. Click here to RSVP. |
| COST: | Free |
Panel discussion with Michael Iacovone and Anne Chan, moderated by renowned photographer Frank Day | DATE: | 11/13/2009 - 11/13/2009 |
| WHEN: | 6:00 PM |
| WHERE: | Hamiltonian Gallery
T: 202.332.1116 |
| DESCRIPTION: | In conjuction with FotoWeek DC, Hamiltonian Gallery will be hosting a panel discussion with Michael Iacovone and Anne Chan, moderated by renowned photographer Frank Day. Please RSVP for the panel discussion to Jacqueline Ionita, Director of Hamiltonian Gallery jackie[at]hamiltoniangallery.com or 202.332.1116 |
| COST: | Free |
Seminar - Introduction to Critical Looking: A Seminar for Thinking Photographers | DATE: | 11/13/2009 - 11/13/2009 |
| WHEN: | 7:00 PM |
| WHERE: | Corcoran Gallery of Art and Frances and Armand Hammer Auditorium T: 202.639.1867 |
| DESCRIPTION: | After all the practical workshops, after all the tech consultations, after all the seminars, after all the portfolio reviews …. now what? How does all of the information apply to YOUR process and YOUR work? How do the trends and climate of the art world affect you and your work? Do you know how to look at photographs—including your own—and CRITICALLY ascertain the direction and relevance of them? What is the difference between the work you want to do and the work you SHOULD do? How do you know which way to turn in order to grow as an artist? Curator/writer/educator Tim B. Wride will guide you toward a fuller understanding of the art climate in which you are working and the social, economic, and creative pressures that are affecting your photography. Through a dynamic program of lectures, Q&A’s, and group interaction, we will explore the state of the market, the directions of creative interplay, and, most important, the necessity of critically and intensely LOOKING at the work you see as well as the work you make. For too many artists this is the most overlooked aspect of their tools and talents; for all artists, however, Critical looking is the most basic skill that must be developed in order to challenge and advance their art making ability. Visit to http://www.curatorialeye.com to make payment and reserve spot |
| COST: | $95 Public $47 Students, payment info in event description |
Lecture - “The Fine Art of Collecting Photography: How things have changed and what is in the future" by Kathleen Ewing | DATE: | 11/13/2009 - 11/13/2009 |
| WHEN: | 7:30 PM |
| WHERE: | Torpedo Factory Art Center (1st Floor)
T: 703.838.4565 |
| DESCRIPTION: | A joint presentation of of the Multiple Exposures Gallery & The Torpedo Arts Center. Kathleen Ewing, of Kathleen Ewing Gallery / Vintage and Contemporary Photography, is synonymous with fine art photography in the DC area. After 30 years of operating a fine art gallery Kathleen, changing with the times, is now working as a private dealer representing a core group of fine art photographers. Kathleen will talk about her experiences and collecting photography in this exciting and rapidly changing environment. This talk will appeal to photographers and collectors alike. There will be an opportunity to ask questions following Kathleen’s presentation. Come early and enjoy a reception from 6pm to 7pm at Multiple Exposures Gallery, Studio 312 and peruse the fine art photography studios throughout the art center. |
| COST: | Free |
Lecture - Julieanne Kost, Digital Imaging Evangelist from Adobe Systems | DATE: | 11/14/2009 - 11/14/2009 |
| WHEN: | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| WHERE: | Corcoran Gallery of Art and Frances and Armand Hammer Auditorium T: 202.639.1867 |
| DESCRIPTION: | 10:00am -11:30am In this session, Julieanne Kost will demonstrate why Lightroom is the professional photographer’s essential toolbox, providing one easy application for managing, adjusting, and presenting large volumes of digital photographs. You will discover how to automate your workflow and organize your images, make global and selective corrections, enhancements, seamlessly integrate Photoshop and prepare your final images for output. 12:00pm -1:30pm Are you ready to discover the little known tips and tricks that will significantly boost your productivity using both Photoshop CS4 and Lightroom? If so then don’t miss Julieanne Kost, Digital Imaging Evangelist from Adobe Systems as she shares her favorite "Top Twenty" shortcuts for photographers that will improve the way you work as well as her favorite features and the most efficient ways to use them. From the novice to the seasoned expert, everyone has something to learn from this master class. |
| COST: | Free |
Symposium - African Art, Modernist Photography, and the Politics of Representation - Part II | DATE: | 11/14/2009 - 11/14/2009 |
| WHEN: | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| WHERE: | The Phillips Collection
T: 202-387-2151 Hours: |
| DESCRIPTION: | Part two of a two-part symposium presented in partnership with the David C. Driskell Center and the University of Maryland, College Park, Art History Department. The symposium addresses the embrace of African art by the avant-garde in the first decades of the 20th century, within the context of cultural appropriation, race, power, and the politics of representation in the colonial age. On this second and final day, international scholars continue the discussion started at the University of Maryland. Click here for a full schedule of the days events (pdf) Click here to register for the event (required) |
| COST: | Free |
Fotoweek Lecture Series at the Corcoran featuring Ernesto Bazan, Lori Grinker, Chris Hondros, and Matthew Niederhauser | DATE: | 11/14/2009 - 11/14/2009 |
| WHEN: | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
| WHERE: | Corcoran Gallery of Art and Frances and Armand Hammer Auditorium T: 202.639.1867 |
| DESCRIPTION: | In this unique opportunity, internationally renowned
photographers will present their work, giving an insider's view of some
of the most exciting photography being produced today. This is the
second set of two photographer's talks organized by FotoWeek DC and Lucian
Perkins. Each
photographer will speak for about an hour. Ernesto Bazan lived in Cuba from 1997 to 2006. He will show a multimedia piece about his life in Cuba as well as photographs from his most recent book on Cuba. Matthew Niederhauser lives in Beijing and primarily documents youth culture and urban development in China. He will show work from his new book, Sound Kapita, about China's Rock Culture. Iraqi Voices: Lori Grinker and Chris Hondros will show work from Iraq and the refugee exodus from there to other countries. Iraqi journalist Omar Fekeiki will join them for a round table discussion. |
| COST: | $20 suggested donation at door |
Lecture & Film Screening - Susan Morgan Cooper of her film "An Unlikely Weapon: The Eddie Adams Story". | DATE: | 11/14/2009 - 11/14/2009 |
| WHEN: | 2:30 PM |
| WHERE: | The Newseum
W: www.newseum.org |
| DESCRIPTION: | Join film director Susan Morgan Cooper for a discussion
of her film "An Unlikely Weapon: The Eddie Adams Story" Note: Film screenings at 12:30pm and 3:30pm |
| COST: | Free with museum admission |
Pink Panel @ Flashpoint: Kenny George: Pacguy | DATE: | 11/18/2009 - 11/8/2009 |
| WHEN: | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM |
| WHERE: | Flashpoint Gallery
T: 202.315.1310 |
| DESCRIPTION: | Description: Video game competition and discussion inspired by Kenny George's Pacguy. Brought to you by Flashpoint and Pink Line Project. RSVP at info@pinklineproject.com. |
| COST: | $10 suggested donation |