Pixel Gallery presents
'BOBO'
Mar 31 - Apr 20, 2010*
Opening reception on Mar 31, 2010, 7PM, $5 donation
Does the image of the clown make you giggle like a child, or are you petrified of the thought? Emotional or indifferent perhaps? The iconic image of the clown evokes both positive and negative reactions. For some, the mere mention or presence of a clown conjures up childhood memories of birthday parties and good cheer, while others are confronted with feelings of inexplicable uneasiness. People's strong reactions to clowns offer them a mirror for their own joys and fears in the form of a caricature. In this installation the clown itself is neither frightening nor humorous, but instead blank, until defined by you.
In this installation an old weary traveler named BoBo has transcended time to appear for you in his mysterious photo booth. After a frenetic performance he asks you to perform for him to become part of his permanent collection in his gallery of souls. Unaware, he takes your picture from head to toe and transforms only your facial emotions into an artistic interpretation. You are now part of BoBo's gallery of souls!
Come visit and be a part of BoBo's gallery and see what other unexpected and magical things happen when you tour the gallery.
www.pixelgallery.org
* Please note the revised closing date, thanks!
