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Untitled 1 @ Soo Visual Arts
Wednesday 19 June @ 11:14:56 |
 by J. P. Johnson
The great thing about group shows, especially the ones without themes, is that there truly is something for everyone. Soo Visual Arts’ Untitled 1 show is a perfect case in point. Juried by some influential folks at the Walker, Carleton, and otherwise, Soo picked just 11 artists from well over 70 applicants. The best were chosen regardless of theme, style or media, and while the show can’t even joke of being consistent, it is fresh and uncontrived.
Untitled 1 is a smorgasbord of mostly young graduate level artists extensively but not entirely from the local area all showing the work that got them selected by the gallery. The show is so varied it is doubtful anyone could see Untitled 1 and not find something that piques their interest.
For the anarchists who hate anything that smells of the traditional, there is the installation piece by Japeth Mennes from Chicago. He, in an effort to entertain and invent, created dozens of little battery powered machines. These little machines hold black pens and when turned on race around in circles drawing on a large white piece of paper that will in the end be Mennes installation piece. Although it seems doubtful that Mennes’ little minions will draw anything except extensive scribble some will find watching the little drawing spinners “high art” by themselves. Mennes will turn these little guys on at the reception and they will scribble for a day or so until exhausted and with their batteries completely spent, they will die upon their finished work.
For those who like “nifty” art there is the photography of Jada Vogt. Looking to superimpose images but insisting on “keeping it real” and using film, Vogt dusted off her trusty slide projector. She took pictures from outside and loaded them into her projector. She then displayed the image over a particular place in her house and took her shot. At first glance Vogt’s photos seem to be of window scenes. However, after a few moments you will realize that you are seeing two separate images in one frame.
If you don’t like the ingenious image overlaying of Vogt’s series, then you may very well enjoy Belva Harris’ 4’ by 4’ photo of a man staring at you in his underwear. This photo, much simpler and with a certain magazine feel, is clear, crisp and well done. Harris’ photo dominates the gallery space and will catch your eye immediately upon entering the front door. If Harris does not decide to continue creating work for the visual arts, she most definitely could find a career as a portrait photographer for an advertising firm or a cutting edge periodical.
Exhibit is currently open and continues through Aug. 18. A reception will be held June 21, 7-10 p.m. Soo Visual Arts, 2640 Lyndale Ave. S., Mpls. 612-871-2263.
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