On Friday, April 25, from 6 – 8:30pm, head down to Salon X for the opening of a month-long show called Xphrasis.
Ekphrasis is writing that comments upon another art form. In this particular show, 14 visual artists are paired with 14 writers; hung alongside each piece of art will be a poem or piece of flash fiction inspired by the artwork. There will also be an original musical performance by singer/songwriter Meredith Blis.
You can get an early taste of the show at this blog. The blog is designed as a space for writers and artists to be inspired by each others’ work — post your piece, and wait to see if someone else is moved to submit a reply. It’s a lovely collection of work, very much worth checking out. And if the format tickles your fancy, you can email Jen Acampora to find out about getting more involved.
The guest list on facebook for the Friday, April 25th opening shows a veritable who’s-who of Taos artists, writers, and personalities — it should be a fantastic opening reception, and an all-around good time.
Pictured here are three of the pieces included in the show — already a powerhouse collection of favorite regional artists:
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- Randall LaGro, Muse, oil on canvas
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- Erin Currier, American Schoolboy, mixed media
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- Conrad Cooper, Cruise Control, color pencil on paper
The show features works by:
Artists: Erin Currier, Tony Hassett, Randall La Gro, Tera Muskrat, Conrad Cooper, Greg Moon, Dan Cassidy, Tracy Olson, Kelly Pasholk, Joseph Edwards, Issa de Nicola, Mary Barnes, Barbara Huckaby and Ann Winkler
Writers: John Biscello, Erin Bad Hand Kerr, Robin Shawver, Lyla Johnston, Ned Dougherty, Linda Michel-Cassidy, Johanna DeBiase, Eric Mack, Gary Feuerman, Shawna Williams, Michael Ferrara, Jennifer Acampora, Melissa Glarner, Bonnie Lee Black and songwriter Meredith Blis
Contact Jennifer Acampora, [email protected], to learn more!