Yesterday, R. and I went on a whim to check out ArtChicago. One thing that struck me (for various reasons) was the gallery booth for Corbett vs. Dempsey. I have not been actively seeking galleries at this point, though I am interested in gallery representation as one part of my "balanced diet" of living as an artist. That is to say, galleries are not my only option, and I don't view them as the pinnacle of...whatever. But I do recognize that many other people see them that way, and having gallery representation does present several practical advantages in addition to the conceptual ones. This gallery's booth was drawing lots of fascinated visitors. People were talking about the work on display. And the work on display actually indicated that, at some point, the gallery might be interested in some of what I do. The booth was also unusual amongst the others in that it presented a single show--I mean a coherent display of a body of work by a single artist--instead of an assortment of bits and pieces by many represented artists. This was a strong move, and of great benefit to both gallery and artist--probably to visitors as well, though I'm only speaking for myself. The show is called Search Engine, and is a series of objects by Walter Hamady. It's only up through May 2, but the artist's work can be seen online at the gallery's site, among other places. |
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