CULTURAL CONNECTING & GENERATIONS WITH ART – Priorhouse Photos Fall 2022 (LAPC March13-2023)

Hello Readers,

John Steiner’s theme (here) for the Lens-Artist Photo Challenge is to share a favorite “road” in photography: “Consider a favorite photographic style like low key/high key, monochrome, etc. Maybe a genre of photography like a preference for architecture, still life, portraiture, etc. Whatever your preference, we’d love to see your images captured in your favorite style or genre.” 

The last time we shared about our default photography mode (here) in August of 2022, I mentioned ten-minute photo shoots. Then my good friend, bushboy, noted that street shots are often part of my photography mode. I was glad to be noted for street photography and so this week, I am sharing street shots, or actually people shots, from Fall of 2022. 

The theme of my post is CULTURAL CONNECTIONS AND GENERATIONS.

PART A: Virginia Museum of Fine Art (VMFA) FALL 2022

 

“ADMIRING THE ART”: PHOTO #1 – A middle-aged man looks at art from hundreds of years ago. I like the verticals and the layered entrances. The bench is in sync with the large wall baseboards and frames. 

“ON MY WAY”: PHOTO #2 – A young man hustles through the gallery carrying his supplies. I know it is blurry – but I like the vibe 

“THIS IS WHO I AM”: PHOTO #3: An older lady stands proud with her cane. This photo actually had me pause because the subject reminded me of author Suzette Haden Elgin, who wrote many books. Elgin’s photos often included her cane because she felt it represented more of who she was.

The lady in photo #3, at the museum, reminded me of author Suzette Haden with the dignity and confidence vibe with a cane. Elgin’s books are great by the way – my fav was about the Art of Verbal Self-Defense.

PART B: CONNECTING AT The Glen Allen Community Center (GACC) FALL 2022

“MULTIPLE GENERATIONS CONNECTING WITH ART” PHOTO #4: An artist stands near her work and greets a momma with her child.

“SEASONED COUPLE CAPTURING THE TREE” PHOTO #5: Enjoying the tree as a “we” 

“YES! THAT’S THE ANGLE” PHOTO #8: A lady captures an image of an art piece that speaks to her.

“AND LOOK AT THAT DETAIL UP THERE” PHOTO #9: A lady pours over a colorful, multi-cultural quilt and points out a special detail.

“THAT QUILT IS PRETTY COOL” PHOTO #10: Mixed generations soak up the artistic offerings on display. 

“RIGHT THERE, MARTHA ADDED THE CITY OF RICHMOND TO THE DRESS” PHOTO #11: Two folks point out details on “Culture Martha’s” doll, which was on display at the GACC quilt exhibit last fall. The hands represent diversity connecting through art! And those hands also reminded me that later this week, I have Linda Schaub’s interview coming up, which features her 10-year blog anniversary – sharing about her walks – and also  – one of her very important photos of “hands” – so come on back later this week for that interview. I also have Dan Antion’s interview scheduled to go out tomorrow and we will be talking about books and Good Reads.

PART C: EXPERIENCING THE VIBE at GACC FALL 2022

“OH NO SHE DIDN’T MAKE THAT AWESOME PIECE!” PHOTO #12A: A lady has an expression that whispers “wow – as her outfit seems to coordinate with the art.

“WOW” PHOTO #12B: A lady has an expression that whispers “wow” – and in this cropped version I think we can feel more of the experience of an art show. Little bit of a snack in hand – and space to visually explore. 

“CONNECTING WITH A HUG SURROUNDED BY ART” PHOTO #13: Embracing side hug – because art shows can be an experience that makes us “feel so good”  (right here in the neighborhood).

• Click here for general information about the Lens-Artists Photo Challenge

• As noted above, I have of handful of Priorhouse interviews coming this month. Tomorrow features Dan Antion (and his trio of books) and then mid week will feature Linda Schaub and her decade of walking and taking photos.

• Reminder that the #Dickenschallenge runs until June 9th… Inviting you to read ONE novella and then discuss it with us in June ( info here) (hosts are Trent, Marsha, and Yvette)

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