Organisms, many extinct for million of years have, unintentionally, donated their bodies for human consumption and progress. This installation is made of pieces of translucent rice casts of creatures that make up fossil fuels, which literally drive our lives and our economy. Their celestial reappearance encased in translucent rice sheets illuminates our dependence upon natural resources at any cost thus reminding us of our own paper-thin fragility, these creatures re-emerge from the past in unpredictable forms.
Jarod Charzewski
“Scarpetta. “
The installation is made entirely of recycled books and used clothing. The placement and construction of the material is meant to depict a natural rock formation or escarpment. The colors and fabrics are grouped to imply stratified layers of sedimentary rock. The piece draws attention to the pace at which we consume materials and creates a fictitious look at the life our things have after we throw them away.
The deadline was March 1st. If you’d like to submit proposals for the 2011-12 season look for an early 2011 deadline.
The 621 Gallery is a 3000 sq.ft. contemporary art gallery in Tallahassee, Florida. It was established in 1981 and regularly has more than 1500 visitors per month. The gallery is located in an art park along with 80 studios, galleries and shops. It’s within walking distance of Florida State University, Florida A&M University and the Florida state capitol. The First Friday openings are huge parties.
The main gallery is 77’ x 30’ with a 20’ ceiling and track lighting. No air conditioning. Our other gallery is 31’ x 14’ for one-person or smaller group exhibitions.
We are seeking proposals from artists and curators for the 2010/11 season. Individuals should apply but may be paired with other artists (there’s a lot of space).
For application guidelines click the link at the top of the column at the right that says Show@621
The 621 Gallery is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit venue dedicated to presenting art without regard to commercial viability.
