masked

As I search around for art that makes me feel like I’ve been punched in the creative gut, themes begin to emerge. Lately, I have found a surprisingly large number of mask images. I love them… but I’m not sure why. Is it the mystery? The playfulness? My fond memories of the Lone Ranger? Whatever the reason, I started collecting images for this show during the summer with the intent of it ‘opening’ on Hallowe’en. Some are cute, and some are creepy… much like the trick or treaters that will be showing up at your door tonight. Have fun, be safe, and say hello to Zoro for me.

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Julien Pacaud:

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Julie Morstad:

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Olivia Jeffries:

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Catherine Ryan:

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Joost Vanbrug:

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Kimberley Laurenti:

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Ariel Aberg-Riger:

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Sidney Pink:

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Charming Baker:

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comments (6)

  1. Rob /// 08.13.2011 /// 5:26pm

    You should check out this new book “Monsieur cent tĂȘtes” by Ghislaine HerbĂ©ra (editions MeMo 2010, France). It won a prestigious prize at the Paris/Montreuil book fair last year. Through the process of trying on many historic masks, the main character travels a great emotional distance. This is a children’s picture book.

  2. the jealous curator /// 08.14.2011 /// 5:38pm

    wow! it’s gorgeous! thanks rob : ) … and thanks for your previous comment – i’m so glad you’re inspired! that’s the idea… the “jealous” curator is meant to move you forward, not set you back ; )

  3. annie /// 10.20.2011 /// 12:13pm

    Love these. I do a lot of Mexican wrestling bears: http://www.3fishstudios.com/collections/gallery/products/stinson-bear-17
    and girls: http://www.3fishstudios.com/collections/gallery/products/catrina

    I love the Jealous Curator. and I also find your choices very inspiring!

  4. the jealous curator /// 10.20.2011 /// 1:00pm

    beautiful work annie… love your masked girl! : )

  5. Sara /// 09.08.2012 /// 7:55am

    I’m so affected by “masked”. There are so many places you can go with it…
    Julien Pacaud’s piece is so CREEPY—good!

  6. Joana Malaquias /// 10.21.2012 /// 10:13am

    Hello!
    Dear Jealous Curator.
    If I send you my draws can you put on your pages?
    I am Portuguese younger arquitecte
    Kisses!!
    I like very much your initiative..
    I am so glad to see your post