liminal echoes no.33
from the series, liminal echoes
copyright © christopher barbour 2007-2009
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Monday, April 27, 2009
Saturday, April 25, 2009
sigur ros - "glósóli"
I love Sigur Ros. They are easily one of my favorite, if not, the favorite band in my life. The first time I saw them live I was mesmerized. It was a religious experience for me. They have many great videos, but this one seemed very relevant in my life today so I thought I would share it with you. I hope you enjoy.
Friday, April 24, 2009
Thursday, April 23, 2009
more with less @ gallery 825
Three pieces from my liminal echoes series have been juried into a show opening this Saturday, April 25. Its the Los Angeles debut for these pieces so if you are in town, I hope you can stop by. Here's the pertinent information for the show:
Los Angeles, CA 90069
310.652.8272
www.laaa.org
More with Less
opening reception: Saturday, April 25, 6-9pm
Gallery 825
825 La Cienega BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90069
310.652.8272
www.laaa.org
I'll be there the opening night around 7pm. Hope to see you there. The show runs from April 25 through May 29, 2009.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Monday, April 20, 2009
polaroid week
Like most all artists and photographers, I love Polaroid. I acquired my first one from a film I worked on in 2000. A Captiva SLR. The 4 x 5 type image on this small polaroid rectangle was just too much. I was in heaven. Smitten. I was really just getting started with my photography journey then, and little did I know how it would definitely influence my future work so much. It will return... we must believe.
Recently, I went back through some of these images, and I've decided I'm going to finally share some here this week.
driving sunset, hollywood
from the series, polaroids
copyright © christopher barbour 2002-2009
Saturday, April 18, 2009
ny times article - reinventing american cities
So it's a few weeks old, but I just read this very intriguing article in the New York Times about reinventing American cities. There are some great insights in the article and I for one hope we can find a way to implement some of them, especially here in Los Angeles, a city with no true center, less soul and basically separate communities strung along large slabs of concrete. Don't get me wrong, I am all for identity and community. Its a monumental task in some ways to make broad change, but it is sorely needed. It is time we realize we must live together, not separate.
For my two cents, bring on the high speed rail. And more greenspace!
Friday, April 17, 2009
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Monday, April 13, 2009
Saturday, April 11, 2009
doves - "kingdom of rust"
Doves, another excellent Mancunian band, released their fourth album this week, Kingdom of Rust, and I haven't been able to stop listening to it.
I discovered Doves at the same time I discovered Elbow. Fitting since the lads seem to be great pals! I even got an email from Elbow promoting the album, and saying they believed it to be a bloody masterpiece. I might have to agree so far. Doves makes albums you need to listen to a few times and then I am sure it will get under your skin just as it has mine. I literally woke up this morning singing "Kingdom of Rust" in my head. The driving backbeat and effortless hook just pull you in. All of their albums are good. I loved The Last Broadcast, but this may be the best yet.
Another treat, they are playing live in Los Angeles at the Wiltern on May 16. I saw them a few years back at the Mayan. It was a great show, Doves and My Morning Jacket. Interesting combo, and both were great live.
Enjoy the video and pick up the album. You will not regret it. Cheers!
Friday, April 10, 2009
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
I went to the Pacific Design Center Tuesday night for some openings as part of MOPLA, the Month of Photography in Los Angeles, which is happening the entire month of April. There was some nice work. The standout for me was definitely John Delaney's Golden Eagle Hunters of Mongolia. Absolutely beautiful images and prints. Also worth seeing is Ghost Notes: A Photographic Mixtake by B+. The shows are up until April 30. Tough hours, Mon-Thurs 12-4p, but John Delaney's work is definitely worth it.
Visiting the PDC, made me think of a body of work I did a few years ago that I honestly hadn't thought about in a while.
#11
from the series, luminescence
copyright © christopher barbour 2003-2009
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
the known world, no.9
from the series, the known world
published in light leaks magazine issue 12: evidence
copyright © christopher barbour 2007-2009
Monday, April 6, 2009
Saturday, April 4, 2009
enlighten up
Those of you that know me personally know I am a yogi. I have a dedicated practice and I sing yoga's praises every day to someone. It has changed my life and I am always happiest, conscious and connected after a class or practicing at home. I'm telling you this because I just discovered a film about the recent yoga explosion and the search for enlightenment that many attempt. The trailer looks pretty good. If you get a chance check it out. You can find out more at the film's website.
The film opens in the Los Angeles area April 17 at the following locations:
Santa Monica - Laemmle's Monica 4-Plex
Pasadena - Pasadena Playhouse 7
Irvine - Edward's Westpark 8
Friday, April 3, 2009
Thursday, April 2, 2009
I love the graphic nature and play of this sign. Found in the Hoxton section of London. Great bookshop as well if you happen to be close by. Hopefully, its still open.
bookshop, london
copyright © christopher barbour 2007-2009
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
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