Thursday, March 11, 2010

Arts-Photography Portraits of Truth - Whit

Arts-Photography Portraits of Truth - Whit

Portraits of Truth - Whit

Posted: 10 Mar 2010 04:22 PM PST

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The art gallery at Westby Hall has revealed the truth behind personality expressions captured in a series of photos. Photographed by Claire Cossaboon, the photography exhibit "Portrait" is premiering at the Rowan Art Gallery on March 9 and will end on March 22.

This senior project, which took nearly two whole semesters to complete, features 12 life size photos which contain images of everyday people captured in their utmost realistic natural appearance, according to Cossaboon.

Jennifer Drumgoole, an adjunct photography professor, is familiar with Cossaboon's work.

"This collection is only one of many of her bodies of work, but this one is specific in context of portraits in format,"  Drumgoole said.

Cossaboon's studio is located in her own basement, which has helped her gain experience in the field of professional and fine arts photography.

"I had each of my subjects come to my studio which has its own backdrop and lighting," Cossaboon said. "I didn't tell them what to wear, which was important to me because I wanted to reflect them as people, the way they really are."

Inspired by the famous photographer, Irving Penn, Cossaboon's photos focus on portraits of people from an artistic view.

"This inspiration was like a stepping stone, a spring board for Claire's project in terms of style and the way the subjects are treated in the photos," Drumgoole said. "Her treatment of gender, identity, technique and dedication defines art making."

At first, Cossaboon didn't know what to do for her senior art project. What she did know was that she is passionate about photography, and since she does it as a profession, she wanted to apply it to her senior show. Ironically, the day after Cossaboon discovered a source of inspiration, Penn passed away, which further encouraged her to continue this motivation for her gallery.

One great photo being featured, titled "Jessie," portrays a young, red-haired woman behind a gray backdrop, standing in an intricate pose, wearing a fancy black dress and a mint coat. Surprisingly, she is sloppily eating a pastry dessert.

"There is a strangeness in them, but in a beautiful way," Drumgoole said.

Be sure to join family and friends for the opening reception of "Portrait" today, March 11, from 7 p.m.-9.

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