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a bit of luck for the archive

4/14/2016

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What to do, when luck finds you? 

​It is general (Archive) knowledge that plant life and fauna are not welcome in an archive- unless you are an herbarium. So what did we do when we discovered this  pressed four leaf clover? 

The four leaf clover was likely preserved by J. Vincent Butterfield, in the book Microscopes and Other Scientific Instruments, published by Bausch + Lomb in 1929 and signed by J. Vincent Butterfield in 1932. Mr. Butterfield also taped an image of algae to the front cover. He seemed to have a great interest in botany. 

The pressed four leaf clover has been in our archive for decades, and is conceivably 84 years old- so (omens aside) we could not destroy,  or remove the clover. It was meant to be in that book and there it shall remain. A pleasant surprise to the next archivist who finds it years from now. 

We did however place the clover in and archival envelope, to protect it from deterioration - with a little note. Perhaps we should add it to the database? 

-Amy, the Lucky Archivist

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Eran Hanlon's "Void"

4/14/2016

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PictureEran Hanlon. Witness to Memory I; 2011
Eran Hanlon's Void
April's Exhibition at NuMovement
VOID, By Eran Hanlon
Nu Movement, 716 University Avenue (Atlantic Street Side), Rochester NY 14607
Opening Reception: April 1, 6-9pm; April 1 - May 7th
CLOSING RECEPTION: May 6th, 6-9pm
For more information please see: http://numvmnt.com/
Gallery hours are available by appointment only or by attending classes. For an appointment please contact (585)704-2889- or fill out the Contact form . 
 
"VOID stems from artist Eran Hanlon's on-going research into body as art, and the generative and multimedia process of transforming movement into still art into live performance. The digital image exhibition of this project presents a minimalist aesthetic: blending the human body and aspects of nature within an ambient and surreal environment. A live performance premieres during the opening reception on April 1st by Hanlon Dance & Company: featuring a duet by Alaina Olivieri and Hanlon. This duet develops out of the digital images of VOID, as well as Hanlon's newest project 'Through the Roof of Your Mouth,' which explores sexuality & violence. (Performance showings at 7pm and 8pm)"

Eran Hanlon and Alaina Olivieri will be doing another performance during the Closing Reception of VOID May 6th, from 6-9pm-which is on Rochester NY's First Friday. "First Friday Rochester's monthly citywide gallery night" happens every (you guessed it) First Friday. To view a listing of these sites, to learn more about First Friday Rochester, or to register your gallery/art studio", visit http://www.firstfridayrochester.org/ ).  

It is a pleasure to collaborate and present the artwork of Eran Hanlon for his first solo exhibition in Rochester NY.  Eran's series of photographs, titled Urushi(ol) (2011)  were featured in an article and on the cover of Metropolitan Magazine in winter 2013. This cover was one of the most exciting cover's from their publication because it strayed from the conservatively acceptable norm. The perspective was unique and unsettling. Eran's image, titled the "Arc Between Two Deaths," featured a portrait of man with an open mouth. The image, (like Eran's recent work), is ghostly, haunting, mesmerizing and intriguing at the same time.  

The dark images are haunted by melancholic, solitary undertones. Organic, gritty and minimalist the viewer is beckoned to question the relationship of the individual in the image to the isolation enveloping the human form. The sense of displacement, vulnerability and the journey are all subdued by the position and poise of the form in the portraits. Eran's work churns the soul of the insipid viewer conjuring  feelings of unease, intrigue and inquiry. 

Eran's choreography builds on this sensation creating an atmosphere which is charged by the primal and carnal energy between Eran and Alaina. These two dance to a dialogue of strong sexual and power/control tones. The exchange of energy between one another is distinct- one partner often pushing control upon the other. The twisting and close contact leading into the quiet and peaceful moments reminiscent of the calm in a turbulent relationship. 

The piece leaves viewers in momentary silence as they regain their bearings and attempt to digest the weight, the abstract messages and the emotions conveyed throughout the performance. 

Definitely one to see- please visit NuMovement, May 6th (Address and Information Above). Performance at 7:00pm and 8:00pm. Admission is free and open to the general public. All prints are for Sale. 100% of the proceeds go to the artist and support  Hanlon Dance & Co. 

​http://www.hanlondanceandcompany.com/

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Eran Hanlon. Calling I; 2016
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Eran Hanlon. The Arc Between Two Deaths IB.
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    The Creative Collector


    Reflections and notes on adventures within the Arts and non-profit sector, particularly in W.N.Y. (Some adventures abroad). 

    Directing art exhibitions, curating small shows, and working within a fortune 500 company- there is always something exciting developing. I will highlight the meticulous and marvelous miracles which lead up to an exhibition and take you "behind the scenes" to witness how these exhibitions were conceptualized, designed and managed. 
    TRIBUTE: This blog is a tribute to exhibitions of the past.(R.I.P.) -experiences which are fond memories. This blog is dedicated to the numerous volunteers, curators,directors and staff who serve the arts so passionately. Finally to the visitors- who support the arts and artists within your community. 

    Excuse the typos, Enjoy the abundance of photos.

      

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