© all images Michael Werner
Monday, October 27, 2008
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Caravans
I just added a new series to my website
While I am working on my projects One for the album and Lands of milk and honey I always worked and work on a project called Caravans because all the projects are more or less related to each other and therefor I mostly work on three projects at the same time.
Below are some examples of the project. If you would like to see more, you are welcome to visit my website and check it out.
The direct link to Caravans is here
© all images Michael Werner
While I am working on my projects One for the album and Lands of milk and honey I always worked and work on a project called Caravans because all the projects are more or less related to each other and therefor I mostly work on three projects at the same time.
Below are some examples of the project. If you would like to see more, you are welcome to visit my website and check it out.
The direct link to Caravans is here
© all images Michael Werner
Friday, October 24, 2008
Postcards from the edge
The new "Postcards from the edge" benefit sale is open for submissions now.
The 11th Annual Postcards From the Edge benefit for Visual AIDS will be hosted by Metro Pictures, New York on January 9-10, 2009.
Preview Party
Friday, January 9, 2009 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Your only chance to get a sneak peek at the entire show.
Benefit Sale - ONE DAY ONLY!
Saturday, January 10, 2009 from 11:00 - 6:00
Over 1500 original postcard-size works of art.
$75 EACH. Buy 4 cards and get 1 free!
Postcards From the Edge is a show and sale of original, postcard-sized artworks on paper by established and emerging artists. Offered on a first-come, first-served basis, each piece is exhibited anonymously, and the identity of the artist is revealed only after the work is purchased. With the playing field leveled, all participants can take home a piece by a famous artist, or one who’s just making his/her debut in the art world. Nonetheless, collectors walk away with something beautiful, a piece of art they love. For more details, visit
Attention Artists!
DEADLINE: Wednesday, December 10, 2008
We are looking for artists to donate a 4" x 6" original work on paper for the exhibition and sale. Painting, drawing, photography, printmaking and mixed media are all welcome. If you would like to participate in Postcards From the Edge, download submission forms here
Wanna Help?
We need volunteers to help process the artwork, install the exhibition, and work during the event. We are also looking for experienced Event Photographers. If you can help and want to join in the fun, please email Nelson Santos with days and times available at nsantos@visualAIDS.org.
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Website Update
I just updated my website and added and changed some images from the series "Lands of milk and honey"
You are welcome to check it out here
© all images Michael Werner
You are welcome to check it out here
© all images Michael Werner
Monday, October 20, 2008
Saturday, October 18, 2008
Tim Hailand in Berlin
BECAUSE I WANT TO SEE PEOPLE AND I WANT TO SEE LIFE
Tim Hailand has a solo show in Berlin at the gallery untitledprojects berlin, Oranienburger Str. 27, 10117 Berlin
The show runs from October 28th trough November 29th. The opening reception is on October 27th at 7 p.m.
If you are in Berlin make sure you see the exhibition, you will regret if you don't.
Tim Hailand has a solo show in Berlin at the gallery untitledprojects berlin, Oranienburger Str. 27, 10117 Berlin
The show runs from October 28th trough November 29th. The opening reception is on October 27th at 7 p.m.
If you are in Berlin make sure you see the exhibition, you will regret if you don't.
Friday, October 17, 2008
Two Way Lens and Zoe Strauss
Two Way Lens proudly presents Zoe Strauss
I am extremely happy to be able to include Zoe to my project. When I asked her, she was excited to be part of it and agreed immediately. Although she is terribly busy with all her different projects, her book comes out very soon and her upcoming show is also right in front of her, she took the time to answer my questions. We exchanged many super friendly emails till all was finish and I can truly say she is not only an amazing photographer but also a wonderful person.
Thanks again Zoe for your contribution. I love you!!!
Zoe Strauss, I-95 Detail
Zoe Strauss, I-95 Detail
Zoe Strauss, I-95 Detail
Zoe Strauss, I-95 Detail
© all images Zoe Strauss
I am extremely happy to be able to include Zoe to my project. When I asked her, she was excited to be part of it and agreed immediately. Although she is terribly busy with all her different projects, her book comes out very soon and her upcoming show is also right in front of her, she took the time to answer my questions. We exchanged many super friendly emails till all was finish and I can truly say she is not only an amazing photographer but also a wonderful person.
Thanks again Zoe for your contribution. I love you!!!
Zoe Strauss, I-95 Detail
Zoe Strauss, I-95 Detail
Zoe Strauss, I-95 Detail
Zoe Strauss, I-95 Detail© all images Zoe Strauss
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Back from Berlin
We are back from Berlin. It was such a great time. We enjoyed the city so much and decided to make Berlin to our new hometown. As soon as possible we want to figure out what we can do to make it possible to live at least part time in Berlin. All you heard about the city is true, but even much better. There is such an incredible energy and creativity and so many cool people from all around the world.
Here are some impressions from Berlin, more are coming soon.
© all images Michael Werner
Here are some impressions from Berlin, more are coming soon.
© all images Michael Werner
Tuesday, October 07, 2008
Berlin
We are heading off to Berlin tomorrow for a few days. I'm looking forward to the trip. Hopefully I will come back with a nice set of new photos.
Monday, September 29, 2008
Photokina
Yesterday we went to cologne and visited the Photokina. It was a fantastic day and we saw so many amazing things. It was great to see all the new and absolute amazing cameras and even to be able to hold and try them. I tested the brand new Canon EOS 5D Mark II, as well as the EOS 1 DS Mark III. I tested the Hasselblad H3DII-31 and the H3DII-50, a fantastic experience to use this cameras. The heart of every photographer beats faster when he or she sees all these wonderful cameras and lenses. One of the highlights was the booth of Leica, they presented their brand new Leica S System. And not to forget Adobe with the new Photoshop CS4. Their presentation was great.
Here are some impressions from the Photokina in Cologne
Here are some impressions from the Photokina in Cologne
Friday, September 19, 2008
Two Way Lens and Lori Nix
Two Way Lens is proud to present Lori Nix
I love Lori's work from the first time I saw it on her website. When I asked her to be part of Two Way Lens, she agreed immediately.
Today I could add her answers to my project. So, now you have to visit Two Way Lens to find out what Lori told me. It's as always very interesting.
Her website is full of great work from different series, make sure to visit her website as well.
Lori Nix, Ice Storm (from Accidentally Kansas)
Lori Nix, Majestic (from The City)
Lori Nix, Museum of Art (from The City)
Lori Nix, Parade (from Lost)
© all images Lori Nix
I love Lori's work from the first time I saw it on her website. When I asked her to be part of Two Way Lens, she agreed immediately.
Today I could add her answers to my project. So, now you have to visit Two Way Lens to find out what Lori told me. It's as always very interesting.
Her website is full of great work from different series, make sure to visit her website as well.
Lori Nix, Ice Storm (from Accidentally Kansas)
Lori Nix, Majestic (from The City)
Lori Nix, Museum of Art (from The City)
Lori Nix, Parade (from Lost)© all images Lori Nix
Two Way Lens and Tim Hailand
Two Way Lens is proud to present Tim Hailand
I already wrote something about Tim a few months ago. We exchanged many emails and finally I asked him if he would like to be part of my project Two Way Lens.
I was happy that he agreed and that I could add him to the project. Just visit Two Way Lens and find out what he has to say
Tim also just updated his website and added a lot of new work. Make sure to visit his website too.
Tim Hailand, Self Portrait in Pittsburgh in Prague, 2008
© Tim Hailand
I already wrote something about Tim a few months ago. We exchanged many emails and finally I asked him if he would like to be part of my project Two Way Lens.
I was happy that he agreed and that I could add him to the project. Just visit Two Way Lens and find out what he has to say
Tim also just updated his website and added a lot of new work. Make sure to visit his website too.
Tim Hailand, Self Portrait in Pittsburgh in Prague, 2008© Tim Hailand
Thursday, September 04, 2008
Interview with Flashfilm
The Japanese Art and Fashion magazine Flashfilm contacted me and asked me for an interview.
Today they put it online. You can check it out here
I am totally happy with how it looks on their site. The people are super nice and especially Chieco who did contact me.
Thanks Chieco for this interview, it was great to work with you.
Snap to grid
It's time again for SNAP TO GRID
Direct link to registration: just click here
Los Angeles Center For Digital Art
107 West Fifth Street
Los Angeles, CA 90013
LACDA invites you to exhibit your work in:
SNAP TO GRID
the UN-Juried Exhibit
Every Entry Submitted is Shown!
October 9-November 1, 2008
Opening Reception Thursday October 9, 7-9pm
(in conjunction with the Downtown Art Walk)
Show your work at our gallery in our Un-Juried Competition: Snap to Grid. In our annual exhibition of this kind participants each upload one image to be printed on high quality paper and hung in a grid in our gallery. The show will be widely promoted and will include a reception for the artists.
The show is mounted in our 1,200 foot storefront gallery in the bourgeoning downtown arts district in the revitalized historic core of Los Angeles. It is an area constantly building and creating itself, filled with art, hipsters, restaraunts, clubs, music, shopping and urban loft living. The area is frequented by celebrities, critics, curators and renowned artists. The opening reception is on the nignt of the exciting Downtown Art Walk which has drawn over 2,000 people (and also provides a new shuttle service between each cluster of the over 30 galleries in the immediate area). Thousands are expected to attend the exhibit.
After the exhibition the images and artist information will be archived by LACDA. Artwork for future exhibits will be selected from the archived images, and will also be available for review by interested area gallerists, curators and arts journalists. The ultimate resume builder. Everybody wins!
Entry fee $30US.
Proceeds benefit gallery programs.
Deadline for entries: September 30, 2008
Show is international, open to all geographical locations.
Entrants submit one JPEG file of original work up to 3mb. All styles of artwork and photography where digital processes of any kind were integral to the creation of the images are acceptable. Digital video stills and screen shots of web/new media are acceptable. Documentation shots of digital installation and digital sculpture are acceptable.
Multiple entries are permitted. $30 registration fee for each additional image.
Exhibit is limited to space available, early entry is advised.
Show Dates: October 9-November 1, 2008
Deadline for entries: September 30, 2008
Opening Reception: Thursday October 9, 7-9pm
Entry Fee: Registration fee is $30US.
Multiple Entries: Multiple entries are permitted. $30 registration fee for each additional image.
Gallery Statement:
Every year for 50 years the L.A. Municipal Gallery has held its "Open Call" exhibit where any artist can show up with their art and an entry fee (to benefit gallery programs) and the piece is shown. The Los Angeles Center For Digital Art decided to launch an international experiment of the same nature where the artists upload images that are printed and hung by the gallery. The hundreds of works are displayed in a grid like installation (reminiscent of postcard art shows of the 1980's) where every work submitted is exhibited.
The usual (less than democratic) selection process where only the precious few are chosen is turned on its head in a curatorial anarchy where everyone gets to participate and the viewer is literally left to be the judge. The show represents a snapshot of a current moment in art history when digital imaging has reached the hands of the many, an age where culture belongs to the "mobblogers" around the globe. From Thailand to Texas, amateur to academic, beautiful to banal and beyond the monumental quantity and variety of "Snap to Grid" becomes an aesthetic experience where each individual piece adds to an agglomerative effect that has a life of its own.
Direct link to registration: just click here
Los Angeles Center For Digital Art
107 West Fifth Street
Los Angeles, CA 90013
LACDA invites you to exhibit your work in:
SNAP TO GRID
the UN-Juried Exhibit
Every Entry Submitted is Shown!
October 9-November 1, 2008
Opening Reception Thursday October 9, 7-9pm
(in conjunction with the Downtown Art Walk)
Show your work at our gallery in our Un-Juried Competition: Snap to Grid. In our annual exhibition of this kind participants each upload one image to be printed on high quality paper and hung in a grid in our gallery. The show will be widely promoted and will include a reception for the artists.
The show is mounted in our 1,200 foot storefront gallery in the bourgeoning downtown arts district in the revitalized historic core of Los Angeles. It is an area constantly building and creating itself, filled with art, hipsters, restaraunts, clubs, music, shopping and urban loft living. The area is frequented by celebrities, critics, curators and renowned artists. The opening reception is on the nignt of the exciting Downtown Art Walk which has drawn over 2,000 people (and also provides a new shuttle service between each cluster of the over 30 galleries in the immediate area). Thousands are expected to attend the exhibit.
After the exhibition the images and artist information will be archived by LACDA. Artwork for future exhibits will be selected from the archived images, and will also be available for review by interested area gallerists, curators and arts journalists. The ultimate resume builder. Everybody wins!
Entry fee $30US.
Proceeds benefit gallery programs.
Deadline for entries: September 30, 2008
Show is international, open to all geographical locations.
Entrants submit one JPEG file of original work up to 3mb. All styles of artwork and photography where digital processes of any kind were integral to the creation of the images are acceptable. Digital video stills and screen shots of web/new media are acceptable. Documentation shots of digital installation and digital sculpture are acceptable.
Multiple entries are permitted. $30 registration fee for each additional image.
Exhibit is limited to space available, early entry is advised.
Show Dates: October 9-November 1, 2008
Deadline for entries: September 30, 2008
Opening Reception: Thursday October 9, 7-9pm
Entry Fee: Registration fee is $30US.
Multiple Entries: Multiple entries are permitted. $30 registration fee for each additional image.
Gallery Statement:
Every year for 50 years the L.A. Municipal Gallery has held its "Open Call" exhibit where any artist can show up with their art and an entry fee (to benefit gallery programs) and the piece is shown. The Los Angeles Center For Digital Art decided to launch an international experiment of the same nature where the artists upload images that are printed and hung by the gallery. The hundreds of works are displayed in a grid like installation (reminiscent of postcard art shows of the 1980's) where every work submitted is exhibited.
The usual (less than democratic) selection process where only the precious few are chosen is turned on its head in a curatorial anarchy where everyone gets to participate and the viewer is literally left to be the judge. The show represents a snapshot of a current moment in art history when digital imaging has reached the hands of the many, an age where culture belongs to the "mobblogers" around the globe. From Thailand to Texas, amateur to academic, beautiful to banal and beyond the monumental quantity and variety of "Snap to Grid" becomes an aesthetic experience where each individual piece adds to an agglomerative effect that has a life of its own.
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Master's Mystery Art Show
I just received this email and would like to pass it on to you. It's a call for entries from the Master's Mystery Art Show. I participated in the last few years and am going to do it again this year.
The Master’s Mystery Art Show (MMAS) is now ready to launch its fourth years as one of the most interesting and successful events of the Miami Art Season. The MMAS is a high profile benefit that will take place concurrently with Art Bassel Miami Beach 2008 in early December. Its purpose is to contribute to the further development of the Florida International University Master in Fine Arts program. All proceeds will go the Master’s program for scholarships, visiting artists, exhibitions and other projects. The MMAS is already supported by such important sponsors as Lionstone Development, The Ritz Carlton Miami Beach and The Miami Herald, with key galleries, media and artist committed to its success through a high-visibility publicity campaign. We would like to invite you to participate in this exciting community event.
The MMAS will adopt the following format: all exhibited works will be original in a 6” x 9” format and will sell for the fixed price of $50.00. The list of contributing artists, including a host of well-established names, will be widely publicized in advance. Adding to the excitement will be the participation of renowned celebrities in different disciplines and of selected local students. The “mystery” is that the name of the artist for each work is kept secret during the exhibition, only to be revealed at the completion of the sale. Thus the public is invited to “play detective” as they try to identify the artist and be the first to buy the best! The deadline to receive submitted artwork is November 15, 2008
The success of this event and its benefits to the student artists depend on the generosity of artists like you. Last year, there were over 1000 cards donated, and the students raised over $20,000. This year there will be more events, more artists, and more fun, and we would like you to participate too! If you decide to join us, please contribute a work in any medium within the given dimensions. Please remember to sign your cards only on the back! It’s a secret!
Looking forward to receiving your cards!
MMAS 2008 Organizing Committee
The direct link to their website is here
The Master’s Mystery Art Show (MMAS) is now ready to launch its fourth years as one of the most interesting and successful events of the Miami Art Season. The MMAS is a high profile benefit that will take place concurrently with Art Bassel Miami Beach 2008 in early December. Its purpose is to contribute to the further development of the Florida International University Master in Fine Arts program. All proceeds will go the Master’s program for scholarships, visiting artists, exhibitions and other projects. The MMAS is already supported by such important sponsors as Lionstone Development, The Ritz Carlton Miami Beach and The Miami Herald, with key galleries, media and artist committed to its success through a high-visibility publicity campaign. We would like to invite you to participate in this exciting community event.
The MMAS will adopt the following format: all exhibited works will be original in a 6” x 9” format and will sell for the fixed price of $50.00. The list of contributing artists, including a host of well-established names, will be widely publicized in advance. Adding to the excitement will be the participation of renowned celebrities in different disciplines and of selected local students. The “mystery” is that the name of the artist for each work is kept secret during the exhibition, only to be revealed at the completion of the sale. Thus the public is invited to “play detective” as they try to identify the artist and be the first to buy the best! The deadline to receive submitted artwork is November 15, 2008
The success of this event and its benefits to the student artists depend on the generosity of artists like you. Last year, there were over 1000 cards donated, and the students raised over $20,000. This year there will be more events, more artists, and more fun, and we would like you to participate too! If you decide to join us, please contribute a work in any medium within the given dimensions. Please remember to sign your cards only on the back! It’s a secret!
Looking forward to receiving your cards!
MMAS 2008 Organizing Committee
The direct link to their website is here
New Video
A Japanese art and fashion magazine contacted me via email and requested an interview with me. I was extremely impressed and excited about this request, especially since photographers I really love have done it before with them.
As a part of the interview I created a short movie-slide show with two of my series (The Mirages and Vanity Fair).
I am also honored that I can use the music of Moby in this video.
Moby, thanks you so much for allowing me to include your two tracks "silver" and "houses" in this movie.
As a part of the interview I created a short movie-slide show with two of my series (The Mirages and Vanity Fair).
I am also honored that I can use the music of Moby in this video.
Moby, thanks you so much for allowing me to include your two tracks "silver" and "houses" in this movie.
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Pamela Klaffke
When I received an email from a japanese art and fashion magazine requesting an interview with me. (I am working on it and get my things ready) I contacted Pamela and we exchanged some emails about it. I visited her website and was fascinated by her work. She is a writer and photographer from Calgary / Canada and has a wide body of work which is really interesting, beautiful and fascinating.
Pamela Klaffke, from the series Bestia Parvulus (Animal Child)
Pamela Klaffke, from the series Ladies Of The Balaclava
Pamela Klaffke, from the series Portraits
Pamela Klaffke, from the series Catalogue Of Collected Style
On Pamela's website is much more to find. Her writing is as fascinating as her photography. So make sure to check it out.
The link to her site is here
© all images Pamela Klaffke
Pamela Klaffke, from the series Bestia Parvulus (Animal Child)
Pamela Klaffke, from the series Ladies Of The Balaclava 
Pamela Klaffke, from the series Portraits
Pamela Klaffke, from the series Catalogue Of Collected StyleOn Pamela's website is much more to find. Her writing is as fascinating as her photography. So make sure to check it out.
The link to her site is here
© all images Pamela Klaffke
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
More Andrew Phelps
Andrew was so nice to send me images from his brand new project from 2008 called WELTMEISTER.
I am extremely happy and honored to add it to my blog and share this wonderful work with you.
If you are in the NYC are this weekend make sure to go and see Andrews show HIGLEY at Harpers Books, 66 Newtown Lane, East Hampton, NY 11937
The opening reception is on Saturday August 23 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
The show runs till October 14, so if you can't make it to the opening, you still have enough time to see the show.
Andrew Phelps, from project WELTMEISTER, 2008
Andrew Phelps, from project WELTMEISTER, 2008
Andrew Phelps, from project WELTMEISTER, 2008
Andrew Phelps, from project WELTMEISTER, 2008
Andrew Phelps, from project WELTMEISTER, 2008
Andrew Phelps, from project WELTMEISTER, 2008
Andrew Phelps, from project WELTMEISTER, 2008
© all images Andrew Phelps
I am extremely happy and honored to add it to my blog and share this wonderful work with you.
If you are in the NYC are this weekend make sure to go and see Andrews show HIGLEY at Harpers Books, 66 Newtown Lane, East Hampton, NY 11937
The opening reception is on Saturday August 23 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
The show runs till October 14, so if you can't make it to the opening, you still have enough time to see the show.
Andrew Phelps, from project WELTMEISTER, 2008
Andrew Phelps, from project WELTMEISTER, 2008
Andrew Phelps, from project WELTMEISTER, 2008
Andrew Phelps, from project WELTMEISTER, 2008
Andrew Phelps, from project WELTMEISTER, 2008
Andrew Phelps, from project WELTMEISTER, 2008
Andrew Phelps, from project WELTMEISTER, 2008© all images Andrew Phelps
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