Gallery Expo Exhibits Monochromatic Art Images

Written by Georgio Velazquez Friday, 10 June 2011 23:10

Long Beach, CA.- Gallery Expo are currently featuring hosts of photographers and artists in an exhibit of over 60 monochromatic images, including landscapes, architecture, portraits and still life. The images are part of a month-long exhibit, on view until June 25th, titled “Monochromatic Moments” featuring moments and subjects best presented in the classic tones of black & white. The artists’ reception, which will be held Saturday, June 18, from 6 to 8 pm, will feature live music, snacks and a no-host, donation bar.

The show’s curator – David Rodriguez – co-curator at Gallery Expo says “Anyone who hasn’t seen the gallery when its walls are adorned with black & white images is in for a treat. The gallery seems to take on a mood of timeless elegance. One of the qualities I love most about black & white photography is the feel of refinement a monochromatic palette conveys. In addition to that sense of polish, there's also an ambiance and timeless style you seldom find in color. Regardless of the subject matter, shooting in black and white seems to add a sense of intimacy--it brings the moment closer."


Included among the photographers is Wayne Barber, an Orange County resident who’s three works on display in the exhibit with their rich use of black, combined with dramatic lighting have been compared by gallery patrons to 30’s photographer Ansel Adams. Co-Gallery curator Douglas Orr said that this show is one of the galleries best, “David always picks the best works to show and he’s meticulous in his presentation of the art. The work shown is really nothing like any of the other shows throughout the year! For photographers in Long Beach this show is a must see. Seldom is such a great offering of photography available to view in this city”.

Gallery Expo is an art gallery and entertainment space specifically oriented around the arts in Long Beach. They provide a space for all artists of all levels to show and sell their art, we provide space for theater companies to rehearse and put on theatrical productions, they provide classroom and meeting spaces for individuals and groups interested in furthering the arts. They are an anchor for a monthly First Friday Arts Walk and a gathering place for artists to meet other artists and the art loving community in Long Beach. Visit the gallery's website at ... http://66.147.244.51/~gallesb7/

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