Silverstein Photography Annual

Crude 4 Sonja Thomsen

I have made my plane and hotel reservations for the opening of the Silverstein Photography Annual, around the corner on September 8. The list of 10 curators and the 10 photographers they've nominated is an exciting and wide reaching blend. From their press release:

Silverstein Photography is pleased to announce the first Silverstein Photography Annual (SPA). This year’s exhibition features a selection of works by ten emerging photographers, each having been nominated by a member of the curatorial community representing institutions throughout the United States. Selected by Nathan Lyons, Curatorial Advisor to the Gallery, each nominator has written a short introductory statement on their choice, which will be displayed during the exhibition.
“We are constantly seeking ways to enhance our representation of photography, offering a greater perspective on the past, present and future of the medium. SPA gives us this opportunity - to continue to embrace new and important ideas, to reach out to the art community around the world, and to welcome those who deserve to be seen and heard but who might not have had the chance. We are grateful to be in a position to make such a commitment.” Bruce Silverstein

I am thrilled for my friend/colleague/teacher Sonja Thomsen who will be showing work from her Crude series. The exhibition runs through October 13.