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September 14, 2024 — October 19, 2024
Manzanita in the Round — David Marsh
(S)Light of Hand 2024 is a juried exhibition showcasing alternative photographic processes at The Photographer's Eye Gallery. The exhibition features works using non-traditional techniques like gum over salt prints and photogravure, emphasizing the handcrafted nature of alternative photography.
Michael Kirchoff is a photographic artist, independent curator and juror, and advocate for the photographic arts. He has been a juror for Photolucida's Critical Mass and has reviewed portfolios for several fine art photographic organizations and non-profits in the U.S. and abroad. Michael has been a contributing writer for Lenscratch, Light Leaked, and Don't Take Pictures magazine. In addition, he spent ten years (2006–2016) on the Board of the American Photographic Artists in Los Angeles (APA/LA), producing artist lectures as well as business and inspirational events for the community, and was nominated as Photo Editor of the Year for 2023 at The Lucie Foundation.
Currently, he is Editor-in-Chief at Analog Forever Magazine, Founding Editor at Catalyst: Interviews, Contributing Editor at One Twelve Publishing, and Co-Host of The Diffusion Tapes podcast.
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Donna Cosentino
In a life dedicated to photography since 1971, Donna Cosentino has been a news photographer, museum docent, curator, educator, and leader in the photographic community. After thirty years of teaching photography, Donna retired and opened The Photographer’s Eye in Escondido, a gallery whose mission is to enlighten and educate the community on the history and art of photography through exhibitions and classes.
My passion for alternatively made photographic art has been an important part of my growth.
I have tried many processes and have taught several of them. Participating in the discovery, successes and frustrations, and finally learning to embrace imperfections, is a wonderful experience for student and teacher alike.
This special affection has led me to create an annual juried exhibition of Alternative Processes hosted by our gallery. Artist and professor Suda House was the inspiration for the title, (S)Light of Hand, referencing the magic made when one embarks on this creative journey.
Donna Cosentino
