4 Grids
p|m Gallery
September 13 – October 11, 2008
The notion of a still frame encompassing the totality of a film is the concept hinging together the images in this series titled “4 Grids”. The intention of this project is to create pictorial films using the medium of photography alone.
Each work consists of four photographs and these images represent different scenes comprising a “conceptual art film”. One scene involves Olympian Larry Cain winter training on Lake Ontario in his outrigger canoe. Preparing for international competitions primarily located in Hawaii, Cain’s determination attempts to offset the environmental disadvantages of training in a regional Canadian climate.
Another set of images features myself subbing in for Michael Snow in his domestic environment. Inspired by location stills, a local artist acts as a stand–in for an international art star.
The third set of gallery views are of empty Chelsea art spaces located in New York City. As wayward tourist photos, these spaces are viewed as containers for potential art narratives.
The final set of photographs feature actress Maev Beaty relaxing at home on a day when she was not acting. The mini-project attempts to capture a “Cinéma Vérité” aesthetic while questioning the notion of prescribed acting techniques.
The juxtaposition of each diverse series of photos is intended to create more complex narratives in this new genre of photo-based filmmaking.
Special Thanks to Nikki Ormerod for her photographic assistance.
Grid 1
2008
Colour photograph
23.5" x 31.5"
Grid 2
2008
Colour photograph
23.5" x 31.5"
Grid 3
2008
Colour photograph
23.5" x 31.5"
Grid 4
2008
Colour photograph
23.5" x 31.5"