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Artist Exhibitions:
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Commissions:
Shows thru Jan 2010 in South
Florida
Feb-June Bienes Rare Book Art
Exhibit
March MIU Art Show
Sept. Aii/Aifl Faculty Art
Show
Jan.2010 One Woman Art Show /
Mark Wheeler Gallery
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Further Information
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Artist Statement for M Kathleen Colussy
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Kathleen Colussy’s series contends with the dueling realities of the slick gloss travel brochures and the gritty real life of the indigenous people living and working in a given country.
Colussy’ work relates to the complexity of reconciling and integrating the truth behind these two conflicting realities in her art.
Kathleen’s work is a series of handmade books entitled: Treasures our of darkness, hidden in plain sight.
Each handmade book is based on a given country or culture, that has been constructed in a variety of mixed media including and not limited to; photography, ceramics, surface embellishment, reclaimed materials and the use of digital printing and dye sublimation.
The books are filled with multi-layered and non linear images that reveal the disconnection of the dueling realities that are confronted. Several issues that addressed are; human trafficking, the homeless, issues of rape, indentured servants, AIDS, forced sterilization and abortions, and child prostitution. The difficult subject matter is handled in a reverential and non-confrontational manner.
The elegant sophistication of how each of the books have been constructed, beckons the viewer to a more and intimate glimpse into the mind and heart of the artist. The engaging visual story line elegantly unfolds, as it begins to gently challenge the viewer to soften their own heart to narrative set before them.
Kathleen is slated for a one-woman show in Jan. 2010 that will included many more countries in this exhibit. Check back for more details on this event. Above are several images from the show including close-up images of each of the countries featured. Email for more info mkathleencolussy@aol.com
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