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Blurring, compositing and distorting figures of Shaolin monks in traditional Kung Fu stances, artist duo Justin Guariglia and Zoe Chen's recent photographic work interprets the spiritual and more metaphysical sides of the 1500+ year-old practice. Their show "Qì," opening this Friday at Gallery 339 in Philadelphia, is the culmination of the pair's collaborative efforts on the subject. Featuring black and white images of figures arranged into patterns with subtle shifts in density and colorful bodies configured into radiating mandala shapes, the exhibition also includes video among the over 40 pieces of work that will be on display. (Click images for detail.)
Guariglia + Chen: Qì
Opening Reception: 16 March 2007, 6-8pm
16 March-5 May 2007
Gallery 339
339 South 21st Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103 map
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