
STUDY OF STRUCTURE AND FORM
Artist: Pedro Isztin
Vernissage: Friday January 13th, 2012, 18:00 – 21:00
On View: January 13th – February 6th, 2012 (Mon – Fri 10:00 -18:00, Sat 10:00-15:00)
The collection of Pedro Isztin’s photographs that make up Study of Structure and Form explore shape in the natural world, and the influence of humankind on its configurations.
Isztin has chosen subjects from around the globe that represent a wide range of environments. Starting in the Arctic at Lake Talvatis, Sweden, his diverse series also contains images from quarries in Quebec, Canada, and the coast of Spain.
Isztin believes that “Both our nature and the spirit of the natural world is revealed by form.” This series of images is both contemplative and intimate in its approach to the land. The works contain carefully balanced combinations of elements that come together to create serene portraits of place.
“Whether natural or man-made,” says Isztin, “I am fascinated with order in my environment, seeking places of contemplation in the world around me. In photographing these unique places, I discovered that it is through attentive and patient study of shape, design, and structure that the spirit of our natural world and its inhabitants is revealed.”
Pedro’s work has been exhibited and published internationally. A world traveller with roots in two separate continents, Pedro’s photographs reflect the richness of both his experiences and his diverse heritage.
CALL AND RESPONSE
Study of Structure and Form is the fourth instance of the Red Wall Gallery’s year-long Call and Response project. Sandra Ridley’s collection of poems entitled Shadow Lines responding to Isztin’s works will be available online or in the gallery during viewing hours.
The Red Wall Gallery is located in SPAO at 168 Dalhousie, at the corner of Bruyère, in the Byward Market.
For more info contact: 613.562.3824 or info@spao.ca or www.spao.ca