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If the beat
Bumbershoot 2008:
August 29th – September 1st Power of One The evolution of our world is marked by the individuals whose ideas and convictions challenge societal norms. As we become a global community and the needs of the individual are lost in the incorporation of the masses, we must empower ourselves to stand up to our convictions and defend our truths or we will lose the unique fabric we call humanity. Artists Phil Borges, Jackie Renn, Nina Berman and Katharina Mouratidi give testimony to the power of an individual’s commitment to their truth through photographs, movies and words about protesters, indigenous peoples and soldiers. Inspired by a short film titled “Powers of Ten” this exhibition focuses on the “one” that gives the zero it’s power – the common individual who’s actions influence their world. Upon coming face to face with the subjects that these artists captured on film you will see your neighbor, sister and uncle: people you recognize not because you know them but because they represent the people you encounter daily. These subjects of the lens and the heart are not privileged, famous or glamorous. They are the individuals who had the strength to use their unique power to stand up for what they believe in. They are all heroes. As you read their stories and study their portraits ask yourself: what’s my power? Then turn yours on! • • • • •
Curated by Marita Holdaway of Benham Gallery in Seattle, WA, 2008
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