Indre Serptytye’s photograph in her series “State of Silence” provide both a gorgeous photographic archive of her father and commentary on the political realities of his sudden death. I find these images to be a glimpse into the way photographers deal with their lives, and how they often rely on their art to help sortContinue reading “Indre Serpytyte, State of Silence”
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keeping up with all the magazine closings?
If you’re like me and are having a hard time wrapping your head around how many magazines are being closed lately, why not add some humor into your daily dose of disappointment? A blog called Magazine Death Pool provides just such entertainment and also does just that and also does a good job of predictingContinue reading “keeping up with all the magazine closings?”
Happy Thanksgiving from Glasshouse!
As my gift to you, here is a selection of Thanksgiving cartoons. Enjoy the Holiday! Link. Link. Link. Link. Link.
Gamers in a trance
More and more I’m becoming interested in the effect of games on kids and, in turn, adults. I’m not convinced these games are as bad for people as they are made out to be. Whichever side of the spectrum your opinion falls, here is an amazing project called My Game Face by photographer British RobbieContinue reading “Gamers in a trance”
Is photography immune to the economic crisis?
An interesting article found its way into my inbox this morning. Well…maybe it is less interesting and more optimistic. Either way, it is making my rainy morning just a little brighter. Glasshouse Images / Image ID: 7102100041 Article from Art Price: Has photography proven crisis-proof? [Nov 08] Confronted with the crisis, the results achieved onContinue reading “Is photography immune to the economic crisis?”
November 2008 Newsletter
For those of you not currently on our mailing list, here is our monthly newsletter from our assignment division. If you’d like to receive our news once a month, please email info@glasshouseassignment.com. Catch up on past months with the “Assignment Newsletters” page to the right. November 2008 | FALL BLOG ROUND-UPWe hope that everyone isContinue reading “November 2008 Newsletter”
Love Derrick Gomez’s sports photography?
Well then I’ve made a special portfolio just for you! To view a custom portfolio of Derrick’s sports photography, click here. Like what you see? Contact us to talk more about Derrick’s work! — Jacqueline Bovaird 212-462-4538 jacqueline@glasshouseassignment.com Our Agency Site. Derrick’s Site.
A new take on cowboys…
Walter Lockwood’s photography certainly doesn’t lack a sense of satire. In a new project, Lockwood parodies the cultural staple of a “Spaghetti Western” by inserting Asian characters into quintessential American roles. His project Sukiyaki Western, is meant to explore the changing quality of media and stereotypes. “By casting Asian actors as “Cowboys/Gunslingers” and using aContinue reading “A new take on cowboys…”
A Break from the City
Derrick Gomez spent a day in the country recently and was nice enough to share his photos with us. They remind me that not every place is a concrete jungle and though it may be getting colder, this is a beautiful time of year. Thanks Derrick!
Sasha Maslov’s “Prison Theatre”
Yesterday I came across a wonderful project by Sasha Maslov. Sasha was kind enough to provide me with some additional information on his photography and his time in Ukraine. “Fall of 2005. One of the penal colonies in Kharkiv, Ukraine.” “The depressing view of endless gray walls with barbwire on the background of even grayerContinue reading “Sasha Maslov’s “Prison Theatre””
Ryan Schude in PDN!
Ryan Schude the newest addition to our Glasshouse Assignment team, has done us proud in being recognized in PDN’s 14th Annual Pix Digital Imaging Contest. Ryan submitted the above image and received merit in the new talent category! Way to go Ryan! To view more of Ryan’s work, see his new photographer preview here. YouContinue reading “Ryan Schude in PDN!”
Drumroll please….presenting Ryan Schude!
RYAN SCHUDE JUST BECAME THE NEWEST MEMBER OF OUR GLASSHOUSE FAMILY! Ryan Schude is one of the freshest talents I’ve seen in a while. Both he and his work are very clever and just the right amount of fun. Just for you, our loyal blog readers, I’ve put together a preview of his work beforeContinue reading “Drumroll please….presenting Ryan Schude!”
Clever Indonesian Advertising…
Below is one of the most interesting advertisements I’ve seen in a while. While I am not sure how effective it actually is in Indonesia, the image itself is amazing. agency : Bates141 Jakarta creative director : Hendra Lesmono art director : Andreas Junus & Irawandhani Kamarga copywriter : Darrick Subrata photographer : Anton IsmaelContinue reading “Clever Indonesian Advertising…”
I’m a fan of The Selby
Todd Selby never disappoints. His photo blog The Selby, displays his photographs of people within their homes/apartments. His subjects are always funny and dare to never take themselves too seriously, both of which are qualities I can truly admire. His most recent post was too good not to share. Here are his latest images ofContinue reading “I’m a fan of The Selby”
Rachel Papo: Serial No. 3817131
“At an age when social, sexual, and educational explorations are at their highest point, the life of an eighteen-year-old Israeli girl is interrupted.” – Rachel Papo, speaking about her project Serial No. 3817131. When Rahel Papo served for the Israeli Air Force for her mandatory two years, she was eighteen years old. Fifteen years afterContinue reading “Rachel Papo: Serial No. 3817131”
Framing the Presidency
The Aperture foundation will be holding a free panel discussion Wednesday, November 12th about how photography has shaped our perceptions of Bush’s presidency. “This panel explores the collision of photography, mass media, and politics in examining the role of images in the 2008 presidential campaign and beyond. Artists and media experts share their experiences andContinue reading “Framing the Presidency”
Photographers’ Advice for the Next President
PDN did a interesting survey of former white house photographers recently, exploring how the role and the photographs which result from it effect the country’s perception of a president. They then gave their thoughts on how the next first family might take advantage of the impact of photography. Here are some select quotes. The fullContinue reading “Photographers’ Advice for the Next President”
Love Love Love, Martos Gallery
Recommended Show: Love Love Love at the Martos Gallery On View November 6 to December 6 Press release: Martos Gallery presents Love Love Love, a provocative group exhibition exploring the physical and emotional effects of love on a diverse group of artists and their practice. Are artists bound by the same taboos as everybody else?Continue reading “Love Love Love, Martos Gallery”
VOTE…no excuses.
If you or someone you know has a problem voting, whether it be with registering, accessing poling sites, missing ballots, or problems operating a voting machine, contact the CNN voter hotline. View statistics for reported cases here. CNN Voter Hotline: 877-GOCNN-08
Derrick Gomez Delivers
Once again, Derrick Gomez delivers incredible boxing photography. I love the newest addition to his portfolio and also feel they speak to his philosophy around photography, which we discussed in a recent monthly email. Here, I’ve posted these new additions and also some quotes from our discussion. View if the full text here. Enjoy! “WhenContinue reading “Derrick Gomez Delivers”
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
What could be better than Halloween? Here are some images from our stock library which should get you in the mood. Also, here is some Halloween trivia so you can impress at your Halloween party this weekend! TRIVIA Bobbing for apples is thought to have originated from the roman harvest festival that honors Pamona, theContinue reading “HAPPY HALLOWEEN!”
NYT Interactive Series: The Debt Trap
While I realize no one needs another reminder of how the economy stands these days, I think the recent multimedia online series from the New York Times entitled “The Debt Trap” does a wonderful job of depicting the effects for different demographics of our society. See the full series here. This series of articles andContinue reading “NYT Interactive Series: The Debt Trap”
Great Source for Photoshop and Lightroom help
Thinking about buying the new Photoshop CS4 or Lightroom 2? Recently I went to a seminar by Julieanne Kost about the upgrades to both programs. On Kost’s site, she provides wonderful video tutorials for both programs, including one outlining just the improvements and upgrades. While she is certainly not a biased opinion (Julieanne’s official titleContinue reading “Great Source for Photoshop and Lightroom help”
Show Announcement: American Interlude
Tonight there will be a photography exhibition at the Bubble Lounge on 228 West Broadway. The show will be politically inspired work projected for two showings, 7:30 and 9:00 pm. Enjoy! “As the most important election in many of our lives rapidly approaches, we wanted turn attention to the issues that have so quickly comeContinue reading “Show Announcement: American Interlude”
Bonnie Briant enjoys the company of ponies.
Call me old fashioned, but I get really excited when photographers have a cause. Bonnie Briant, who works as both a photographer and designer, recently spent time documenting wild mustang farms. In her ongoing project, we are confronted with the good, bad, and ugly treatment of these animals. Photographing the gruesome conditions of mustangs wouldContinue reading “Bonnie Briant enjoys the company of ponies.”
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