I’m thrilled to say that the opening at the Alfa Art Gallery last night went very well. As my first opening with the gallery as curator, I felt really glad to have taken the job. There were a lot of great people to talk to, which included artists, old friends, and new acquaintances. I can only hope that the presentation will get easier, though. Talking about 22 artists in one breath was difficult!

We had multi-disciplinary events with dancing, music, and poetry. One of the dancers, Emily, really moved me. I wish I had better stills of her, but this is the only shot I have of her, which is the very end of her performance.

I really can’t believe that these dance performances by professionals were impromptu with the music! Unrehearsed! A couple of them were so in sync that it blew my mind when I found out.

This one, coupled with sounds of cold weather, gave the dance a great “shivering” effect.

I like how this photo came out in a blur. :)

(Photo Credit: Chris McGuigan)

(Photo Credit: Chris McGuigan)

I didn’t get a chance to take photos of the artwork, but I will post some when I have time. Things are still busy over here! The load is a little lighter, though. I will leave you with a shot of the gallery, with me talking to Elena in the foreground. :) The audience was still watching the dances.

(Photo Credit: Chris McGuigan)

Eventually, after thinking I have left Alfa, I came back to this:

There is nothing like ending a gallery opening with some Wii. Lol.

Fin.

Yesterday, I went to the Alfa Art Gallery to do some work. Anyway, I finally got a chance to take some wonderful photos of the exhibit that is currently up by John Hawaka. I think his work is beautiful, graceful, yet, explosive. I had to edit some of the lighting problems I encountered with the gallery lighting, but it’s okay :)

The details of his work are touching, but only in part his creation. The material itself, as he stated, becomes the artist. He himself has the trouble of convincing it that he is still the one in charge!

Anyway, this exhibit is up until Thursday. On Friday, October 8th, we have an opening, which is a group exhibition and 2010 Catalog release celebration. Attend if you’re in the New Brunswick area. Starts at 7:30 :)