Lovely and Beautiful

I stumbled upon this gorgeous set of photos on Flickr today, by artist Bethann Shannon.

Bethann Shannon compares the experience in the photo booth to communion:
"The photo booth was an impromptu sanctuary in the midst of a chaotic world. It was private, quiet and reminded me of a church confessional…I closed the little curtains, put a dollar in the slot and started to pray. I remember feeling deep despair that day. I needed help. I needed God to be real."

She began to pull strangers into the photo booth with her to pray and document the moment. At the end of four months, she prayed with 100 strangers in Times Square.

The result is fascinating and lovely and spiritual and kitschy.

Please refer back when you feel like you need a little prayer.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/theartangel/sets/72157617687754324/

First Thursday Art Walk at 619 Western

A few of my photographs are being shown at the OK Gallery this Thursday, February 5th, 2009 in the 619 building on the forth floor. I am part of OK Hotel's first group show in this gallery. The building is open from 6pm-9pm and is located at 619 Western Ave, Seattle, WA.


Here is what I gleaned from the website on the building's history:



"Built in 1910 during the economic boom after the Alaskan Goldrush the building most likely designed by Saunders and Lawton was used as a multi-purpose warehouse and the site of light manufacturing. Everything from stored fishingnets, coffebeans and tavern punchcards made their way through it's floors. What took place in the building from 1910 to the early '70's is under investigation. " The building is currently occupied with artist studios, who have been here since 1979.



http://www.619western.com/



What I love about 619 versus the fancier galleries, which mostly lie East of the viaduct, is that the artists here are emerging and just becoming established. 619 holds no airs. All are welcome, no matter what you are wearing or how much (or little) your pocketbook holds. You will stumble upon some incredible creations here. First Thursday at 619 is exploding with vibrancy, character and curiosities. 619 always has a great turnout of devoted fans and you are guaranteed to see something interesting, in the art and the patrons.

I am really proud and excited to be a part of 619 this month.



photos to follow event