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In a blending of exhibitions and education, 4833 serves as a gathering place, resource, archive, and
program space located at the new Hyde Park Art Center.
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Krystal Meisel
Artist Information
Born: Kenosha, WI
Currently Resides: Chicago, IL
Contact Information:
krystalmeisel (at) spacefour19 (dot) com
www.krystalmeisel.com
Medium(s) Worked in:
Photography
HPAC Exhibitions
2008 Glow
2007 Just Good Art
2007 Constellations
2007 Amalgamate
2006 Outskirts
2005 Faculty Show
Available for Commissions: Yes
Artist Statement
Photography is a vehicle for communication. By capturing and presenting my vision I invite observers to see, momentarily, in a new light. In this moment the space one occupies expands, creating a slightly more complex understanding of the sphere we, as humans, inhabit.
The images present here were captured with many cameras. I choose these tools in an attempt to minimize decisive interference. Using simple cameras frees me to see instead of compose. Once captured the images remain, never a victim of the impulsive delete button. The imperfections are permitted to exist as well. Presenting the image as it truly was. Embodying the strength to project all aspects and the mind to believe in the beauty of truth.
I elicit the sensual, calm, strong qualities of often-passive structures. I present this continuing collection as evidence of my urge to bare witness to the awe and inspiration of unrecognized beauty. The grit of my journey to this day permeates
the concrete. As does my wish for all of the strength and beauty in the universe to be present and seen as it truly is.
Artist Bio
Meisel established spacefour 19, an artist run photographic studio, while embarking on a freelance career that documents the many phases of womanhood. She offers private tutoring as well as professional development in the vast field of photography. Meisel received a B.A. from the Brooks Institute of Photography in Santa Barbara California. Her passion lies in helping women realize their true beauty, documenting wilderness adventures and taking an extra minute to capture the world around her.
Misc:
2008 Friend of the Chicago River - rain garden installation
2008 East Garfield Park clean up day
2008 Leader of drop in black and white printing workshop for community
2007 Leader of a drop in Cyanotype workshop for the community