Gathering Clouds Exhibition

I was honored to be part of the "Gathering Clouds" exhibition at the George Eastman Museum, which explored the critical role of clouds in the development and reception of photography from its inception in 1839 to World War I. Held at this prestigious venue, the exhibition juxtaposed nineteenth-century and contemporary works, highlighting the enduring metaphorical relationship between clouds and photography. Henry Peach Robinson's insights into the artistic possibilities of clouds underscored the exhibition's theme, demonstrating the ongoing relevance of his nineteenth-century perspectives.

The exhibition featured cloud photographs by historical figures such as Anne Brigman, Alvin Langdon Coburn, and Eadweard Muybridge, as well as contemporary artists including myself, Alejandro Cartagena, and Carrie Mae Weems. This inclusion situates my work within a continuum of photographic exploration, bridging past and present practices. By contributing contemporary perspectives to the exhibition, I engaged with the historical dialogue on transience, fixity, and the nature of the medium itself, underscoring the evolving nature of photographic art.

Documented through high-quality prints and a comprehensive catalog, the exhibition was peer-reviewed by leading scholars and critics in the field, affirming its scholarly impact. The event attracted a diverse audience, including art historians, students, and photography enthusiasts, facilitating a deeper understanding of the thematic connections between clouds and photography. My participation in "Gathering Clouds" at the George Eastman Museum not only highlighted my work's relevance in contemporary art but also contributed to the broader discourse on the intersection of nature and culture in photographic practices.