Untitled Penlight Drawing
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Description
Ellen Carey’s art merges Polaroid instant technology with her conceptual approach to light and abstraction. Her photograms, made without cameras, align with her minimalist aesthetic under her concept Struck by Light. Working across various formats, including large-format cameras, Carey’s vibrant, experimental images use RGB=YMC color theory and reference the pioneering work of Anna Atkins in photography and color.
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Details
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Type-C Print
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Created:2008
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Unique work
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Signature:Yes - on back
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Artwork Location:Chicago, Illinois
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Overall Dimensions
Dimensions: 76w | 20d | 102h cmFramed Dimensions: 81w | 107h cm
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Installation Notes
Assembly Required: No
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Cleaning & Care
Before handling the artwork, wash your hands thoroughly to remove any dirt, oil or other contaminants. When not on display, store the artwork in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, humidity and extreme temperatures.When hanging the artwork, use appropriate hanging hardware and ensure it’s securely attached to the wall. Use a level to ensure it hangs straight. Avoid hanging the artwork near sources of heat, moisture or smoke, as these can damage the canvas over time.
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Artist
Ellen Carey
Ellen Carey is a pioneering artist whose work redefines abstraction in photography and lens-based art by bridging 19th, 20th, and 21st-century methods. Using tools like the Polaroid 20x24 camera and the photogram, Carey explores the intersection of process, color, and light. Her concepts, such as "Photography Degree Zero" and "Struck by Light," emphasize materiality and technique while drawing inspiration from historical photographic practices. Themes of love, loss, and human connection resonate through her use of black, white, and monochrome tones, while her vibrant explorations of color create innovative visual forms, including the parabola. By integrating traditional analog techniques with digital imaging technologies, Carey expands the possibilities of scale, saturation, and manipulation, producing monumental works that explore the biology of seeing and open new avenues for interdisciplinary art.
