I'm not really sure what I was expected from the outing photographically other than some time with others who enjoy shooting in different locations, views of an interesting building and some inspiration from the artwork of others. The Patti Smith, Camera Solo photography exhibit was on display so it was on my list of things to see. I've also seen many photos of the AGO building, including the unique curving staircases so I wanted to see if I could make some images illustrating it's shape and form.
I also took some time to study and make some images of Rodin's sculptures, The Thinker and Adam as well as paintings by the likes of Rubens. Others may know the background on how the AGO came into possession of Massacre of the Innocents but for me, this trip was educational. Sitting in a room, virtually dedicated to one piece of art, albeit a very valuable piece of art, was a different experience, one that I think will have me returning to help open up my creative side.
"Nothing is a waste of time if you use the experience wisely." Auguste Rodin
I found that photographing the work on display was not working for me so I went on to make images of the inside and exhibition spaces of the AGO building itself. Looking back through everything I had captured for an image to post as this week's photo has been a challenge. I was distinctly underwhelmed by the images I had created during the outing. Eventually I settled on this ... a bit abstract, a bit impressionistic and surrealistic ... I dunno, but it caught my eye.
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