December 1, 2014

Edinburgh, Scotland - Art Exhibit














 "Social Panic Button Ritual"
  digital collage - inkjet print
  © 2014 Jack the Hack (aka Gary A. Bibb)



The Rituals exhibit is sponsored by The University of Edinburgh's Inkwell magazine (the literature department's creative publication).

The Forest - cafe and art space
Edinburgh, Scotland

Exhibition Calendar: December 5 - 31, 2014

November 21, 2014

Spark Gallery - Denver, CO - USA

"Inolo"
mixed media w/ collage on paper
© 2014 Gary A. Bibb


Sidekicks - an invitational exhibit

Spark Gallery
900 Santa Fe Drive
Denver, CO 80204

Exhibition Calendar: December 4 - 21, 2014


I was invited to be the "sidekick" where I exhibited alongside collage artist Janice McDonald.



 

July 1, 2014

Islip Art Museum - NY, USA






















“Don’t Touch that Button” 
 digital collage
 © 2014 (the listed artists)

This collaborative artwork has been selected for the international exhibit: "Mash Up: Collages in Mixed Media"  curated by Stephen Lamia, Ph.D. (Dowling College) and featured at the Islip Art Museum, East Islip, New York (Long Island).


Exhibition Calendar: June 29 - September 14, 2014
Reception: July 13, 2014


















exhibit photos courtesy LuAnn Palazzo




















LuAnn Palazzo started the process for this artwork, where each artist would receive the image via email and after adding their elements, the image would be passed on to the next artist. Once completed, the artwork was printed as a high resolution 14" x 11" image for the exhibit. 

Artists’ Statement:
“Don't Touch That Button” is a piece premised on the Exquisite Corpse game invented by the Surrealists, in which a collection of words or images was assembled by artists who added to a composition in sequence. The Mail Art version of the game, called Add and Pass, was played by these seven international artists in May 2014 expressly for this exhibition. They played the game across half a world, using email to digitally complete the collage.


Collaborating Artists:
LuAnn Palazzo * - New York (USA)
Gary A. Bibb * - Colorado (USA)
William Evertson * - Connecticut  (USA)
Joan L. Harrison *  - New York (USA)
Matthew Rose * - France
Ria Vanden Eynde - Belgium
Susan Shulman - Canada

* These artists also participated in the "Remarque" art project conceived and curated by Jack the Hack (aka Gary A. Bibb) from early 2014. Click here for the website: jackthehack-remarques.blogspot.com/


The following artwork stages are before and after elements were added by Gary A. Bibb.


before


after addition of elements by Gary A. Bibb


completed artwork


June 27, 2014

Gary A. Bibb - Found Object Art - Denver, CO



"Blue Twine #1"
found object construction
© 2011 Gary A. Bibb

(wood, aluminum can fragment, enamel paint, leather, 
latex glove and twine)






“Black Sand Nine”
found object temporary construction – installation
© 2012 Gary A. Bibb

(commercial ceramic bowl, ceramic pedestal, black sand,
wood and industrial plastic strapping)


An 18 piece survey of Gary A. Bibb artworks exploring the theme of re-purposed discarded objects: 2011-2014.

Point Gallery
765 Santa Fe Dr.
Denver, CO 80204 

Exhibition Calendar: June 26 - July 30, 2014


A review of this exhibition was published in the New York City based international arts magazine Curator. Click here for the article - www.curatormagazine.com



 exhibit installation photos: Gary A. Bibb



exhibit reception photo: Jennifer Davey


The Redemption of Rubbish 
(excerpts from the essay)
by Gary A. Bibb

Utilizing found-object materials in the construction of Fine Art has long been regarded as visually and metaphorically viable. For nearly a century, artists have collected non-art objects with the intent of incorporating them within their compositions. The results have repeatedly proven that the creative process of selection, signification and organization can elevate even the most humble scraps of human detritus into beautiful, majestic forms....

While foraging back-alleys and industrial sites for unusual pieces of paper, I discovered an affinity for the found-objects most commonly regarded as trash....  There was something significant, authentic and genuine about the discarded rubbish. Although rejected and deemed valueless, it appeared the found-objects were attempting to resist the ravages of time and maintain a sense of dignity. A metaphor was forming. These scraps of paper, cardboard, wood and metal were beginning to symbolize the concept of intrinsic value and the noble character of perseverance. I came to realize that through artistic intervention, discarded items could be transformed into expressions of renewed purpose, hope and beauty.

The utilization of found-objects to express an aesthetic ideology remains integral to my artistic intent. Incorporating collected items, along with various media and techniques, expands my visual vocabulary and adds an objective dimension to my art. Therefore, the ideas expressed are not merely limited to the realm of ethereal thought [concepts] but also enter into the viewer’s tangible reality.
Originally published in the book: Under the Influence, 2009.

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Exhibit Observation - June 2014

While completing the installation of my final sand artwork for this exhibition, a young woman entered the gallery and carefully drew near one of my found object pieces on the wall. It’s always interesting to observe the audience as they view artwork – especially when it’s your own art. She seemed captivated and was actually engaging the art, contemplating each piece while almost dance-like moving through the gallery. It was a rare and rewarding experience for me to see someone actually view the art beyond a casual glance. After spending several minutes with each of the 18 pieces in the exhibit, she looked up and saw me cleaning up packing material. I asked her if this was her first visit to the gallery, to which she replied, “No, I’ve been in a few times before.” Then she asked, “Are these your artworks?” What followed was a brief conversation about found objects and repurposed materials used in creating art. Her comment which resonated most deeply was when she said (I’m paraphrasing here), “There are a lot of artists making found object art. I appreciate what they do and try to seek out their exhibits when I can, but there is something really different about your work. They are quiet and powerful. You appear to ‘honor’ the objects and there is a sense of reverence in each completed piece.” I excitedly confirmed her interpretation and briefly shared my concept of the Redemption of Rubbish. Amazingly, this person (who wasn’t an artist) actually took the time to contemplate the art and the result was a visual dialogue between myself (the artist) and her (the observer). She hadn’t read my conceptual statement prior to viewing the art and yet perceived the intent. This was an extremely rare occurrence and one of great personal reward for me. There is an audience (albeit small) who actually desires to understand what artists are communicating through their art. My artwork in this exhibit had achieved its purpose through this young woman’s response and reminded me of something I once wrote: It is within this interpersonal relationship of artist and audience where we find the potential for consummation and satiation of our human desire for soul to soul communication.


June 5, 2014

Netherlands Art Exhibit





















"Feed My Lambs"
digital and analog collage
© 2014 Jack the Hack (aka Gary A. Bibb)



Feed The Planet International Art Exhibit 
Cittaslow International World Assembly 2014
De Pelicaen 
Chaam, Netherlands

Exhibit Calendar: June 2014 


Additional exhibitions:
European Union in 2014, World Expo 2015
(locations and dates to be announced)


June 1, 2014

Mobius Art Exhibit - Cambridge, MA - USA





















"fluxusbowler"
digital and analog collage
© 2014 Jack the Hack (aka Gary A. Bibb)


Internationally renown artist, Reed Altemus, will be guest in residence at Mobius from June 4-11, 2014, and is curating an exhibition entitled: Under the Influence of Fluxus. Works in various media by a group of hand selected artists from the neofluxus scene will include: visual poetry, performance scores, boxes and other intermedial works. 

Under the Influence of Fluxus
Mobius
55 Norfolk Street
Cambridge, MA  02139

Exhibit Calendar: June 4-11, 2014



Mobius (est. 1977) is a non-profit, artist-run organization, whose mission is to generate, shape and test experimental art. The members of the organization believe an effective strategy for supporting this art is to establish grounds that build relationships among fellow artists.
This approach sets in motion situations where the artist's impact can be seen locally, nationally and internationally. 

May 1, 2014

Art Exhibit - David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA - Los Angeles, CA


"Oupero"
 mixed media w/ collage
 © 2014 Gary A. Bibb


The David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA presents an exhibit entitled: PAIN at the LRC Gallery. Participating artists were asked to depict various types of physical pain.

The LRC Gallery was created as a way to increase empathy and doctor/patient skills to Medical School students.

Exhibit Calendar: May 1 - Aug 25, 2014





April 4, 2014

POINT Gallery Art Exhibit - Denver, CO

"Coup de Pinceau - Rouge"
 (Red Brush Stroke)
 mixed media w/ collage on canvas
 © 2011 Gary A. Bibb 

A survey of more than a dozen artworks by Gary A. Bibb are featured at POINT Gallery - Denver, Colorado in the exhibit entitled: Prelude.

Exhibit Calendar: April 4 - May 14, 2014

POINT Gallery
765 Santa Fe Dr.
Denver, CO 80204



























exhibit photos: POINT Gallery 2014















photo: 303 Magazine, April 2014 - Roman Tafoya Photography





April 3, 2014

Art Exhibit - Kansas, USA

"Little Black Crow's Happy Rain Dance"
 digital collage
 © 2014 Jack the Hack (aka Gary A. Bibb)


This piece was created for The Love of Kansas small art exhibit  hosted by Gallery 11 - Hutchinson, Kansas. Spring 2014.



April 1, 2014

International Collage Exhibition - Ukraine

 "Tridaz"
 collage w/ mixed media
 © 2014 Gary A. Bibb


This international collage exhibit is hosted by a small independent non-commercial gallery in Lviv, Ukraine. I first discovered this gallery a couple of years ago when an associate artist was involved in one of their exhibits. The curator has converted a garage into a small exhibition space where "underground" exhibits are presented to a small but faithful audience who appreciate art that may otherwise not be shown in the area. While the western Ukrainian city of Lviv has a population of over 3/4 of a million, apparently there are very few venues that regularly present more adventurous contemporary art, therefore, the Tymutopiyapres Gallery was formed to fill this void. 

It is inspirational and refreshing to know that there are lovers of art throughout the world who are finding ways to share their passion by establishing independent galleries or who volunteer their services to curate exhibitions in public venues. I decided to show my support for this independent gallery and their adventurous spirit by creating a small artwork for their International Collage Exhibition. (In light of the current turmoil in Ukraine, it seemed even more vital to remind the Ukrainian people through art, that we are aware of their plight and offer our encouragement.)
 

Exhibition Calendar: Summer - Autumn 2014  
Tymutopiyapres Gallery
Lviv, Ukraine















photo courtesy Tymutopiyapres Gallery

March 3, 2014

Cambrian College Exhibition - Canada

"Tago"
 mixed media w/ collage
 © 2014 Gary A. Bibb


Cambrian College - Sudbury, Ontario, Canada presents an "Open Theme" international exhibition at The Open Studio. Artworks will be archived in the Cambrian College permanent collection.

Exhibition Calendar:  March 5 – April 5, 2014
The Open Studio, Cambrian College
Sudbury, Ontario, Canada 


The goal of The Open Studio at Cambrian College is to be an important centre for design, art and culture through innovative and challenging exhibitions. This instructional and community space encourages artistic interaction, expression, conversation and collaboration.

The Open Studio, Cambrian College



Exhibition example (not from the "Open" exhibit)

photos courtesy Cambrian College