Phoenix Prize for Spiritual Art 2007
05/04/07 09:31
Last night was the
opening of the Phoenix Prize for Spiritual Art. There
were 170 entries and the short listed ones are on
exhibition at ANU School of Art
Gallery from 5-28 April. It was my
honour to photograph my friend, Pete Smith's
entry. Gordon Bull, head ANU School of Art,
announced last night that Pete Smith has won first
prize!!
Pete Smith (left) with Gordon Bull (right) and "Transfiguration"
Pete Smith (left) with Gordon Bull (right) and "Transfiguration"
How exciting to know
that my photography contributed to the winning
entry!! The work is called "Transfiguration". It is a
large white piece that fills a white wall. It is made
of cable ties and shimmers in the light.
Photographing it was a technical challenge. The shape
reminds us of the crucifixion, but it could be
interpreted as a tornado, an ethereal spirit, a beam
of light or even a waterfall. The ties themselves
look sharp and remind us of the crown of thorns, yet
they are in reality very soft and fragile and
transparent, reminding us of the spirit and of
Christ's vulnerability.
Congratulations Pete Smith.
Copyright: Pete Smith and Margaret Kalms
Congratulations Pete Smith.
Copyright: Pete Smith and Margaret Kalms