Unfinished Goddess Kali Idol [ BW Version ]

Unfinished Goddess Kali Idol [ BW Version ], a photo by Sukanta Maikap Photography on Flickr.

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This year this was my second visit to Kumartuli during my stay of 2 weeks at Kolkata. Kumartuli is colorful and eventful almost always. There is a saying that goes like “we Hindus have 13 festivals to enjoy in 12 months”; and almost all of them need a separate kind of Idols and accessories. And Kumartuli is the one stop shop for all that.

I’ve posted both BW and color version of this image. Let me know which one you like better.

Venue : Kumartuli, Kolkata [ Calcutta ], West Bengal, India
Lens : Tokina ATX Pro SD 11-16mm F2.8 (IF) DX

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Do not use this image without my permission.
You can mail me on sukanta.maikap@yahoo.com for further details.

I am king of the world!!!

I am king of the world!!!, a photo by BigWhitePelican on Flickr.

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Or at least this pile of snow...

Chase Alias' Teaching the Method, With Theorize New York 2012

Chase Alias' Teaching the Method, With Theorize New York 2012, a photo by Chase Alias :)(: on Flickr.

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February 13, 2012
For Immediate Release: Contact: David Pollack, Theorize NY
(203) 762-5067; theorizeart@live.com www.theorizenewyork.com


Buy From Artists – Theorize This!

First and Only Artists Run Art Fair Scheduled to Open at Wyndham Garden Inn, NYC during Armory Art Weekend

New York, NY – February 13, 2012

Theorize New York: Impossible to Understand, 2012 Black March Edition is the first and only artists run intimate art fair in NYC that will open its doors at Wyndham Garden Inn, Chelsea during Armory Art Week from March 8 through March 12, 2012.

Theorize New York: Impossible to Understand was conceptualized and organized by three artists, Eric Ginsburg, David Pollack and Marina Reiter, as a response to the corporate greed model of the “Blue Chip” gallery and art fair system. Theorize New York is an art fair for collectors and artists run by artists.

“We are very excited to be able to bring this new art fair concept to the artist community,” said David Pollack of Theorize New York. “Theorize gives artists the opportunity to present their work to collectors and galleries directly and engage in an open dialogue. It’s all about giving the artists exposure, a chance to be seen and heard.”

Theorize New York: Impossible to Understand, 2012 Black March Edition Contemporary Art Fair will run March 8-11, 2012 at the Wyndham Garden Inn Chelsea located at 37 West 24th Street, New York City, New York 10010. The art fair will be open daily 12pm -10pm with the Grand Opening scheduled for Thursday, March 8th (5pm Exhibition opens; 6pm -10pm Opening Party).

For more information, please visit www.theorizeart.com or email theorizeart@live.com.

Buy Independent, Buy From the Artists (and independent galleries?)! Theorize This! #Black March #BLACKMARCH #THEORIZETHIS #Theorize This!

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Marina Reiter Studio Gallery 2

Marina Reiter Studio Gallery 2, a photo by marinareiter on Flickr.

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This wonderful portrait was taken by Scott Speck

"Shore/Illumination" (2007) from TWILIGHT, by Susanna Thornton

"Shore/Illumination" (2007) from TWILIGHT, by Susanna Thornton, a photo by SUSANNA THORNTON studio on Flickr.

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"Shore/Illumination" (2007) from TWILIGHT series
30x40 inch color photographic c-print
$3500

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Original, One-of-a-kind Artwork
For Artwork Sales contact: sales@susannathornton.com
WWW.SUSANNATHORNTON.COM

COPYRIGHT NOTICE:
Copyright © 2007, Susanna Thornton. All rights reserved. This image is legally protected by U.S. & International copyright laws and may NOT be used for reproduction in ANY manner without the explicit written authorization of Susanna Thornton.

Washington, DC: Viewers Impressed with International Truth-Compassion-Forbearance Art Exhibition

Washington, DC: Viewers Impressed with International Truth-Compassion-Forbearance Art Exhibition, a photo by g_yulong on Flickr.

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On December 2, 2011, the International Truth-Compassion-Forbearance Art Exhibition opened at the Alex Gallery, the largest gallery in downtown Washington, DC. The opening of the exhibition drew many viewers, some of whom shared their impressions.



Painting: Pure Call



The International Truth-Compassion-Forbearance Art Exhibition draws many viewers



Anastasia Bride, manager of the gallery

Anastasia Bride, the facility manager, has been working at this gallery for dozens of years. She said, “This exhibition is shocking. Viewers stay much longer than for other exhibitions. They ask, 'Why does such a persecution occur? What have they done?' This exhibition spurs people's interest in learning about China.”



Susanna Thornton, a photographer and filmmaker

Susanna Thornton, a photographer and filmmaker, said she liked the painting 'Homeless' the best, because it shows a girl keeping her belief under stressful conditions. She said it reminded her of Langston Hughes's poem “Hold Fast to Your Dreams.”



Rosa Dejesus (right), a medical school student from Puerto Rico

Rosa Dejesus, a medical school student from Puerto Rico, was visiting her boyfriend in DC. She said the paintings moved her, especially “Come Back, Daddy.” Without having seen the painting, she would not have learned about what is occurring in China. As a medical school student, she thought it was inconceivable that doctors were involved in harvesting organs from living Falun Gong practitioners.



Graduate student Beth Leonhardt

Graduate student Beth Leonhardt said, “When I walked in, I was drawn by the shocking paintings. These paintings are beautiful and inspiring. They are shocking and encourage viewers to learn more.”



Robert Donato, an engineer

Robert Donato, an engineer, said, “It is an eye-opening experience. I did not know the issues in China, such as persecution, freedom of speech, and freedom of religion. The principle of truth and compassion is good for everyone.”

There are more than 40 paintings in the exhibition, which will run from December 2 through the 30. The gallery is located at 2106 R Street, NW, Washington, DC.

Leo Villareal, "Field." #moma #art #museum

Leo Villareal, "Field." #moma #art #museum, a photo by MoMA The Museum of Modern Art on Flickr.

Me

Me, a photo by A R Artworks on Flickr.

Edgar Garcia: Theorize New York 2012, #Black March #Theorize This! #BLACKMARCH #THEORIZETHIS

Edgar Garcia: Theorize New York 2012, #Black March #Theorize This! #BLACKMARCH #THEORIZETHIS, a photo by Chase Alias :)(: on Flickr.

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Theorize New York 2012, #Black March #Theorize This! #BLACKMARCH #THEORIZETHIS
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Theorize New York: Impossible to Understand, 2012 Black March Edition, Contemporary Art Fair , Wyndham Garden Inn Chelsea
Theorize New York: Impossible to Understand, 2012 Black March Edition
Contemporary Art Fair
March 8-11 2012
Daily 12pm -10pm
*Opening Thursday, March 8th
5PM Exhibition opens
6PM -10PM Vernissage Party
DJ + Bar
This is set to take place at the Wyndham Garden Inn Chelsea,
37 West 24th Street | New York City, New York 10010 | United States | 212-243-0800

“...Tú solo, con tu historia...” para jygdarmor

“...Tú solo, con tu historia...” para jygdarmor, a photo by Brian Wayfarer on Flickr.

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* para jygdarmor (Jean Yves GUERVILLY) www.flickr.com/photos/jygdarmor/



“…Alone with your story…”
“…Tout seul, avec ton histoire...”
“...Tu solo, con la tua storia...”
“...'Jij alleen met jouw verhaal'...”
“...Μπορείτε μόνο, με την ιστορία σας...”


...A solas con tu historia
y el sangrante silencio estival de la tarde,
tus dedos desplegaban
el otoño amarillo de las hojas de un álbum
de cerúleos retratos y antiguas soledades,
expresiones y gestos de un ayer detenido
en pálidas sonrisas o adustos ademanes
de gentes de tu casa cuyo nombre ignorabas,
y tenían, sin embargo
por encima del tiempo,
un hálito suspenso o un familiar latido
donde reconocías
la sombra de tus ojos, tu indolente nostalgia,
el fantasma apagado de una flor o un olvido...

(CARLOS CLEMENTSON. Los Argonautas.)