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Though institutionalization in art and design is a necessary evil - all of my inspirations have come from sources that have a way of going against and challenging established traditions. My work is a combination works of different subject matter and influences and is meant to showcase irreverence, energy and attitude. That combined with my interest in contemporary culture and political science. Inspiration is also drawn heavily from the social cultures of hip-hop, goth & glam/punk - rock, all which are fueled by (but not limited to) mockery, shamelessness, inventiveness and audacity.
My work is funny. But like all profound comedy it is a humor mixed with tragedy. It’s a savage cocktail of hope tinged with anger; a tale of a disillusioned youth challenging accepted narratives passed down by the status quo. Surreal moments, inebriated situations, powerful gestures, recognizable iconography—all these situations captured and designed by me - then projected back out, directly in your face.
Currently my photographs will be a featured element to the architectural designs of Victor A. Johnson’s public art as apart of the public works project launched by the F.T.A, SEPTA and the City of Philadelphia - “Art in Transit Project” (http://www.theelseptaatwork.com/ArtInTransit.html). Recently my work has been included in the 2007 International Caribbean Arts Fair in New York - NY
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Bachelors Degree in Fine Art |
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Photographer / Digital Consultant - Philadelphia, PA |
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Contracted ‘Victor A Johnson Designs’ for photographic documentation and digital art consulting. Photographs are to be included as a main element in Mr. Johnson’s large scale architectural design for the public works project launched by the F.T.A, SEPTA and the City of Philadelphia - “Art in Transit Project” (http://www.theelseptaatwork.com/ArtInTransit.html). Responsibilities also included photo-retouching, photographic manipulation and color-correction. |
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• The 2007 International Caribbean Arts Fair - NYC - November 2007
• “Fifty Photographs by 29 People” at Gallery 208 also in Brooklyn NY - April 2007
• 'The Meat Show’ (2 person show) at the Stueban Media Arts Gallery in Brooklyn NY - May 2007
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• Experienced in hanging, lighting & curating for gallery exhibitions.
• Over three years of customer service and administrative support experience¬
• Skilled in: Adobe Photoshop
• Proficient with: Mac OS X, Windows XP, Windows Vista operating systems as well as Adobe Dreamweaver, Adobe In-Design, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word & Meeting Maker
• Working knowledge of FileMaker Pro and Microsoft Excel
• Accurate with data entry and attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
• Proven ability prioritize responsibilities in a high volume office environment
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