Anne-Marie Gray Art

Concept-Photographing

2013-06-17T07:18:00.000-07:00

Arne Svenson photographing unaware persons through their open-curtained windows!

"For as long as there have been cameras, there have been photographers who’ve captured the intimate, unaware moments of human existence. Masters like Eugène Atget and Henri Cartier-Bresson defined photography as an art form with their images of people simply going about the business of being themselves."

http://www.salon.com/2013/05/17/photographed_secretly_at_home_is_it_art/

Photographing Portraits at Home.

http://digital-photography-school.com/home-is-where-the-heart-is-how-to-take-portraits-in-it

Encouragement -->

2013-06-17T07:03:00.000-07:00

Being Patient

2013-06-17T06:50:00.001-07:00

“A waiting person is a patient person. The word patience means the willingness to stay where we are and live the situation out to the full in the belief that something hidden there will manifest itself to us.”

― Henri J.M. Nouwen

Not being patient and being proactive, I have accomplished many things and the latest is with the Documentary Film, "Changing Perspectives". Our footage is becoming full and we will be editing in August/September. Look out film festivals!! :-)

Wrapping and Unveiling

2013-05-21T14:56:00.000-07:00

In my art practice, I am very interested in the discovering and production of awareness. I'm most interested in unveiling shadowed elements of culture and society. I started this journey through the awareness and promotion of equality for people with special needs, specifically those with Down syndrome.

Taking a year to gain work experience to coincide with an MA Art Psychotherapy application, I used my time to plan and hold and event, bringing the World Down Syndrome Day (March 21^st) to the Cayman Islands for the first time and also producing the film, “Changing Perspectives”.

Today, I attended 'Art Assemblage' at the NGCI and was most drawn to Kaitlyn Elphinstone's pieces, especially her 'Wrapped Pods'. It reminded me of the research I did on 'wrapping' art with Judith Scott and Christo and Jeanne-Claude. I wondered why I have always been drawn to these pieces and what artistic relevance it held for my art practice.

I found a video about Judith Scott through youtube (BBC). Her work was in installtion at the Museum of Everything. I've learnt more about Judith in this short video than I knew from reading stories and articles from books. It has been most interesting discovering that she attended Creative Growth in Oakland, very close to where I first attended University and that she attended, doing or making nothing for two years until suddenly creating totem like, wrapped items and then graduating to other appropriated objects. Most of her sculptures have been so heavily wrapped with cord and string that the original piece is unrecognisable and some have been x-rayed to discover the wrapped objects. I find this most interesting. The human mind is so curious to discover the veiled or wrapped elements but still respect the new form.

It is my assumption, my research will delve into wrapping, unravelling and x-ray works, things that are being covered, unveiled and examined from the inside.

Nick Veasey's X-ray photographs are quite interesting and he states, “Plants and flowers are captivatingly beautiful things. Look beyond the surface and that beauty is accentuated.”

Nick Veasey

Radar Studio

Coldblow Lane

Thurnham

Maidstone

Kent ME14 3LR

+44(0)1622 737722

info@nickveasey.com

Some works of inspiration:

Thread and Nail Portraits by Pamela Campagna

Golden Lincoln, by Oscar Strodl made of wool, thread and yarn in 2006

Thread Paintings by Cayce Zavaglia

Nick Veasey X-Rays

Judith Scott X-Ray Photographs of her Sculptures

Chris Mann's Homage to Death, Dementia and Nostalgia in Art Assemblage 2013, NGCI

Kaitlyn Elphinstone's Wrapped Pods and Woven See Fan, Art Assemblage 2013, NGCI

Anne-Marie Gray - Art Ignites Change!

2013-04-22T14:38:00.000-07:00

My art practices' goals are involved in paying keen attention to veiled elements of culture and society. My intention is to allow audiences to be exposed to these elements and develop a deeper understanding and more educated perspective. This journey has begun with campaigning for disability awareness and equality. I intend to use Fine Art mediums, Film/Video and the Written Word to achieve my artistic goals. Contact me at annemariegrayart@live.com, for more information.

To view my current CV, see here: http://www.scribd.com/doc/137427427/Anne-Marie-Gray-s-CV

https://annemariegray.see.me/

Cayman Islands World Down Syndrome Day 2013

2013-02-13T05:47:00.000-08:00

EXCITING EVENT – The 1st Cayman Islands Down Syndrome Day Fundraiser and Celebrations

The Down Syndrome community and general public are brought together for a short, informative symposium, exciting performances, great prizes and fun activities for the whole family.

On Thursday, March 21st, 2013, 6:00pm-8:30pm at the Loyola Hall, St. Ignatius School, 597 Walkers Rd., George Town, doors will open to the general public to celebrate the first Cayman Islands Down Syndrome Day.

The main objectives of the first CIDSD event are to raise awareness about Down syndrome, the globally observed day, World Down Syndrome Day and highlight the varied personalities and capabilities of people with Down syndrome.

The Fundraiser portion, will be used to raise funds for the Lighthouse School, HSA, Down Syndrome Fund and Sunrise Adult Training Centre, Down Syndrome Fund. The funds will be used annually on March 21st towards fun and educational activities for those with Down Syndrome, to encourage life enrichment and development. Some of the prizes to be won at the event will include, two tickets to Miami, kindly donated by Cayman Airways Ltd., Fine Sterling Silver Jewellery, Fine Art and Luxurious Perfumery donated by The Gray Family. If you'd like to make additional, private donations to the Down Syndrome Funds, you are welcome to do so at the event or at the Lighthouse School and Sunrise Adult Training Centre.

Informative speakers will include, Mr. Elroy Bryan, Mrs. Shari Smith, Mrs. Patricia Gray and advocate speaker Ms. Kansa Bodden. Mr. Elroy Bryan will speak about the myths and facts surrounding Down Syndrome and share his unique professional experiences as example. Mrs. Shari Smith will share her research on Depression and Dementia in people with Down Syndrome. Mrs. Patricia Gray will share her experiences as a parent to an adult with Down Syndrome and Ms. Kansa Bodden will provide insight into her personal achievements and experiences.

“Changing Perspectives” special, supporting, documentary video by Anne-Marie Gray and Freddy Diaz will be aired.

Performances by people with Down Syndrome are sure to entertain the audience, such as Freestyle Hip Hop Dancer, Tristan Ramgeet and Singer, Lee Ebanks.

Abstract Watercolour paintings by local artist, with Down Syndrome, Sean Gray will have his work exhibited and available for sale.

Free refreshments, catering by JLM Food Services.

Finally, at the end of the informative speeches, entertaining performances and exciting prize giving, fun activities will be available to all. Art and craft activities by Mary Walton and Nancy Barnard, Puppet Theatre fun by Nadine Thomas, Face Painting by Clarice Diaz and Gina Connolly and Clowning Services and Balloon sculpting by Funzo and Lola.

You can keep up to date with the Events developments and share your thoughts, through the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.comCaymanIslandsWorldDownSyndromeDay

Merchandised Artwork by Burgerplex

2012-10-27T18:09:00.000-07:00

I enjoy the scope of this artists reach. His work is colourful, playful, interesting and sparks the imagination and creativity in all ages. Connecting to the upcoming CAY-LOVE Project, its interesting to see the ingenuity in the prints on merchandise that has been done more tastefully and contemporarily than generic T-shirt prints. Fashion prints have continued to become more interesting but pillows, kitchenware etc have become even more appealing.

Artist Jon Burgerman of Bugerplex has turned his prints of cartoon-like characters into an immense empire of wonderfully appealing products.

Source: http://www.burgerplex.com/

Sketch Book Project Ideas

2012-10-19T09:29:00.003-07:00

Being ill and off work for five days, I've had time to medicate, sleep and think. I've researched and been interested into several artists, whom are new to me and into various projects and competitions taking place.

Resource 1: The Sketch Book Project

The Sketch Book Project could be something Sean involves his art (produced in art therapy sessions) with and would allow him to have work exhibited in the Brooklyn Art Library. Alternatively we could collaborate and both include our work in the same sketch book. I feel, in order to do this we'd have to think of a theme or perhaps just use each page as a session of therapy for each of us. One page could express Sean's mood and the other mine. I enjoy the techniques found and shown below:

Through my research, I found artist DrFraken and found his work stirring and magically eerie. This installation below could inspire a sketch book project idea where perhaps artists and non-artists get involved on the island or maybe if Sean and I start something that we want to continue with and exhibit all together. Its an interesting idea and curatorial technique.

Installation by DrFraken

Mira Alibek and the feeling of lost innocence

2012-10-18T20:06:00.001-07:00

Mira Alibek's work reminds me of lost dreams and innocence adults experience and her work is almost a nostalgic sketchbook of such ideas. Especially her "Fble" installation of frozen, torn yet still inflated balloons, collages of the childhood Little Red Riding Hood, which have been altered to suit her own narration of a world perhaps not so different from the fable. The idea of past heroes/idles/ideals and the ones we wanted to be as children and the ones we still pursue with subconscious drift, inspire my thoughts of her work. Her work is playful, powerful, inspiring, and interesting. There is a narration for us to solve or create and she allows the audience to pick their path through beautiful visual influence.

Breaking the Silence Campaign Ad

2012-10-16T15:56:00.000-07:00

The Abuse Awareness Advert for the "Breaking the Silence" Conference taking place at Mary Miller Hall, Red Bay, Cayman Islands, Thursday 18th and Friday 19th October, 2012, can be found here: Breaking the Silence Promotional Advert

Stills from the video production.

Breaking the Silence Campaign

2012-10-09T19:30:00.000-07:00

(Poster by Freddy M. Diaz and Photography by: Anne-Marie Gray)

Recent Photos were taken specifically for the "Breaking the Silence" Campaign.

"Breaking the Silence & Empowering Self-Worth Conference" objectives include bringing together companies who can support the provision of community-based public education and to focus on the leadership of breaking the Silence. Therefore, it

is our mission to strive for major societal changes necessary to eliminate both domestic and societal violence against all.

www.shattering-the-silence.com

www.shattering-the-silence.com

EXTRA SENSE EXHIBITION

2012-09-26T19:24:00.001-07:00

From left to right, Rosie Bell's and Amy Vincent's installation in "Extra Sense".

Anne-Marie Gray's installation in "Extra Sense".

Amy Vincent's installation.

Art Shop Installation of Anne-Marie Gray's photographic selection.

Art Therapy Proposal

2012-09-22T06:26:00.002-07:00

Recently, I was asked to make an Art Therapy Proposal to support my job in an After School Programme. This is what I made: Art Therapy Proposal by Anne-Marie Gray

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EXTRA SENSE: Celebrating human variation.

2012-09-18T17:57:00.000-07:00

Extra Sense is an upcoming Art Exhibition celebrating human variation.
Recent Press:
nansa.org.uk/artshoproject/

What I have accomplished today

2012-08-16T08:57:00.001-07:00

Today, so far has been quite eventful. I have drawn sketches for my and my creative partner's Children's Book, entered a photography competition: https://apps.facebook.com/hyly-contest-app/1409911777706570864/entries. Public voting opens August 28th and ends September 6th.

Also, I have worked on the written work for the Children's Book, and photographed references for a new art series concerned with merging heroism and disability, in attempt to raise the status of people with various challenges and commend them for their daily bravery amidst an unequal society.

I've now, also entered the Photographer of the Year 2012 award, http://www.photoanswers.co.uk/poty2012/ and the Viewbook Photostory Contest http://www.viewbookphotostory.com/the-contest/

A good day, I should say!

ARTnews releases list of 200 Top Collectors

2012-06-27T10:14:00.001-07:00

The list includes their name, location (not address), industry and what type of art they are primarily interested in. It certainly isn't good practice to chase these people down but slipping an anonymous, generic invitation to your upcoming exhibition or press release may not be a bad idea.

http://www.artnews.com/2012/06/26/the-artnews-200-top-collectors/

My artwork to be included in the September 2012 Down's Syndrome Association (DSA) Journal

2012-06-27T10:01:00.000-07:00

Down's Syndrome Association releases a Journal twice a year (September and February). It contains latest news, articles on subjects that cater to people of all ages who have Down's syndrome, research projects that are taking place, any new services and resources available, book reviews, and letters sent in by parents and family or friends of people with Down's syndrome.

Archivist of the Langdon Downs Museum of Learning Disabilities and Publications Officer/DSA Journal Editor, Mr. Ian Jones-Healey saw my Saatchi Gallery entry, contacted me and asked specifically for "Portrait of a Man" (series selection) and "Righting Misconceptions" (series selection).

See entry here: http://www.saatchi-gallery.co.uk/ns/profile/Anne-Marie%20+Gray/2322

DSA Journal (September 2011 Issue)

Cover Detail

Photograph by Richard Bailey

More Empower/Equality Inspiration

2012-06-27T09:50:00.000-07:00

Artist, "gilf" has artwork on "run" at 1xrun.com

"The fist is best known for the Black Power movement of the 1960s in America. While it represented unity within the race, it originates back to 1930s Germany. This symbol was first used by the Communist Party in Germany. It was a symbol that the party members would display to one another to show their unity against Hitler. The current tertiary rainbow colors represent all walks of life and my belief that all people should be given equal rights. It is time that all people are treated equally in this country- not just the people in power. Hence the title, Empower Equality. Each embellishment takes about 40 minutes. The concept took about 2 weeks to tweak to perfection. Getting it printed took about 3 weeks. I've hand drawn the word EVOLVE from left to right, and right to left. EVOLVE spelled backwards is EVLOVE- many people will think I'm writing LOVE over and over again. There are multiple color ways of this marker embellishment- I estimate that EVOLVE is written around 800 times per print. " - gilf!

Empower/Equality (grey) by gilf

2012

This RUN contains 6 Grey Hand-Embellished prints numbered randomly in the first 40 prints of the edition of 200 from New York City street artist gilf!'s debut print Empower Equality. Each print is uniquely hand-embellished by gilf! and will have slight color deviations.

More inspiring Artwork - NUCA graduating student, Rupert Smissen

2012-06-25T10:59:00.001-07:00

Rupert Smissen is an Illustration 2012 Graduate and below are some of his works, also viewable on his site (see below). These images are most inspiring towards my current development work due the split/separation in the facial features.

Rupert Smissen

http://rupertsmissen.co.uk/

More visual inspiration for upcoming series

2012-06-24T22:18:00.001-07:00

Having the upcoming series of works on my mind that will be attributed to human equality and human rights, I have stumbled upon imagery that inspires my current ideas and gives me more.

Photo by Zamil

I enjoy the double impact idea, which I am currently considering for my equality series and the juxtaposed emotion presented. Beautiful light and composition. Although, I am considering using the medium of oil paint, perhaps photography is a more suitable medium for my concept. There is also the option of photorealism through painted portraiture.

Photo by Zamil

"New York Movie"
Edward Hopper (American, 1882–1967)

1939. Oil on canvas, 32 1/4 x 40 1/8" (81.9 x 101.9 cm). Given anonymously to MoMA.

This image is most mysterious and intriguing. There is an obvious narrative taking place and I truly enjoy the separation between sense of setting and the highlighting of the main subject. This has fuelled my desire to create a portrait of Mrs. Gladwyn K. Bush and her home, which is being preserved as part of Cayman's artistic history. This particular piece, I'd like to create for the Ogier Award 2013, as the property may become open to the public in early 2013. I will have to contact her next of kin (son) for images to use for the portrait and take photos of her house on south sound road.

http://www.artscayman.org/mind-s-eye

Heart and Sold Exhibition Brochure

2012-06-22T08:40:00.000-07:00

Follow the link to see the brochure up online temporarily:

http://www.scribd.com/doc/97929373/Heart-Sold-Brochure

Artist, Sean Gray Profile Page

Contents Pages 16-17

Heart and Sold Exhibition Invitation Design

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INVITATIONS

Front

Back

Manifest: Equality

2012-06-17T06:29:00.000-07:00

The Manifest Equality stands for equal rights for all Americans in hopes all LGBT may receive the equal rights as any other person with art acting as their soapbox.

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/#!/manifesteq

BLOG: http://www.manifestequality.com/blog

Human Equality Practice Inspiration

2012-06-16T11:08:00.000-07:00

Continuing with my advocacy for Human Equality in a world that has come so far and yet has so far to still go, I have found some sources of inspiration to help me with my new artwork ideas. Danny O' Connor, Shepard Fairey, and Mantis, respective artists/authors.

New Sensations - Saatchi Gallery/Channel 4 Art Competition

2012-06-14T09:32:00.000-07:00

An excellent opportunity for recent Art University Graduates presented by Saatchi Gallery and Channel Four with their 2012 "New Sensations" competition. See my entry through link below.

http://www.saatchi-gallery.co.uk/ns/profile/%20/2322

"I Am What You Say I Am" (Series Selection)

Anne-Marie Gray

One of Six Submissions into "New Sensations" Competition