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San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art

July 17 - September 20, 2010

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Exposed: Today’s Photography/Yesterday’s Photography

Andreas Hablutzel, Untitled, 2001, Archival pigment ink print, Courtesy of the Artist

An exhibition that celebrates the art of collaboration and manipulation of old and new technologies in photography. The introduction of the digital camera over 20 years ago revolutionized photography. For novices and professionals alike, the computer has replaced the darkroom in the 21st century. However, even with the sophisticated advances of the digital age, a growing number of artists are embracing 19th century photographic technologies to make their work. Paradoxically, technology has greatly contributed to the enthusiasm, interest and renewal of antiquated photographic processes. Many artists utilize digital tools along with historic practices to make hybrid works. Part chemist, artist, historian and experimentalist, the photographers in this show share an interest in utilizing old technology to create new imagery. Exhibiting artists include: Stephen Berkman, Linda Connor, Binh Danh, Nathaniel Gibbons, Joy Goldkind, Andreas Hablutzel, Rachel Heath, Robin Hill, Kerik Kouklis, Chirs McCaw, Beth Moon, Ben Nixon, Ron Moultrie Saunders, Michael Shindler, and Brian Taylor.

Chris McCaw, Sunburned GSP #322 (Pacific Ocean/Every 30 minutes)m 2009, Unique gelatin silver paper negative, Courtesy of the Artist

Michael Shindler, 2010, tintype, Courtesy of the Artist

Rachel Heath, 2007, Park City, Ambrotype, Courtesy of the Artist and Stephen Wirtz Gallery, San Francisco