Curated by Yaelle Amir and Jeanne Gerrity
Nov 5th – Dec 19th, 2008
Opening reception: Wednesday, Nov 5, 7–9pm
Dread Scott, Untitled, detail from Lockdown, 2004, Silver gelatin print, 24 x 20 inches
The works included in Sound Off give voice to marginalized individuals whose desires and opinions have been typically overlooked or intentionally ignored. Taking advantage of their privileged positions in contemporary society, the participating artists have elected to dedicate their time, resources, and creative skills to providing a platform from which others can be heard. Through crucial collaborations initiated by the artists, subjects such as prisoners, detainees, radicals, and displaced citizens become empowered.
Artists
- Daniel Heyman
- Ashley Hunt
- Bradley McCallum & Jacqueline Tarry
- Jenny Polak
- Dread Scott
Public Program
Film Screening: Body of War Thursday, November 20, 7pm
Produced and directed by Phil Donahue and Ellen Spiro, Body of War presents an intimate and honest portrayal of Tomas Young, a paralyzed 25-year-old war veteran, who took a bullet to his spine during his first week in Iraq. The film follows Tomas as he comes to terms with his paralysis and shows his relentless determination to publicly speak out against the war and its consequences. Body of War has been the subject of numerous awards, including Best Documentary of 2007, National Board of Review, and the People’s Choice Award, Toronto International Film Festival. www.bodyofwar.com
Lori Ledis Curatiorial Fellowship
Yaelle Amir and Jeanne Gerrity are the fall 2008 recipients of the Lori Ledis Curatorial Fellowship, a program that fosters emerging curatorial talent in the field of contemporary art. Semi-annually, BRIC Rotunda Gallery dedicates the Project Space and full staff support to realizing the vision of an emerging curator determined through a competitive selection process. The program is supported by family, friends, and professional associates of Lori Ledis, a pioneering Brooklyn art dealer and music producer.