Curation of Self Image
November 2021- January 2022
The Lyndon House Arts center
Athens, GA
Artists:
Anjali Howlett, Instagram
Emmie Harvard, Untitled
Parawita Stamm, A Quiet Secluded Country Home
Lauren Schuster, Self Portraits in Umber
Alan Barrett, Following
Monsie Troncoso, I Got A Crush On Myself
Everyday, we all curate the way others see us. Our social media profiles are carefully and meticulously curated to portray ourselves in a certain way. The things we post, like, and repost become a sort of “moodboard” or general overview of ourselves and our personality that we show to the world. We may or may not be successful in portraying ourselves the exact way we want to, and our portrayal of self may or may not be true. In effect, social media has caused many people to compare themselves to the ideal, curated lives they see on social media, which is never the whole story. In this exhibit, Parawita Stamm shows a screen recording of herself using an app to edit her facial features on a selfie, exposing the behind-the-scenes of many photos that others then compare themselves to. Anjali Howlett showcases their Instagram framed behind glass to mimic a screen, and by presenting their posts in this way, they imply that their profile is a curated showcase of works. Lauren Schuster presents several disheveled self-portraits, intimately confronting the different ways in which she can see herself and present herself. Alternatively, Monsie Troncoso celebrates themself through curated doodles both glorifying and exposing themself and their interests. Emmie Harvard’s inquisitive drawing of feet precariously hanging above a photo of herself may leave one questioning, similarly to a teaser post meant to leave followers wondering more. Alan Barrett comments on the effects of social media on relationships in real life. Collectively these works create a conversation about how people curate the way others see them through their social media presence and how that social media presence compares to life outside of social media.
Press:
https://www.redandblack.com/culture/lyndon-house-to-open-art-exhibit-analyzing-social-media-and-self-image/article_b7ae5e98-41c8-11ec-a71c-4bb00be78d26.html
https://www.accgov.com/10227/Curation-of-Self-Image
Video Walkthrough:
https://youtube.com/shorts/hBAxsCmqldU?feature=share
Comic Relief
April 5th - June 10th 2023
Comic Relief is a curated art show held at The Rook and Pawn, showcasing a diverse collection of artworks that embody wit, satire, surrealism, and dark humor. The theme of the exhibition revolves around the concept of providing a moment of comedic respite in an otherwise emotional or intense narrative, much like a "comic relief" in a play or story. The exhibition features a selection of artists who use humor and eccentricity as a means of escaping the monotony of reality.
The opening night party is a highlight of the event, featuring comedy-themed cocktails and snacks courtesy of The Rook and Pawn, providing a festive and celebratory atmosphere for the community to come together and honor the artists' unique talents.
Curios: Selected Works by Reagan Floyd
June 10th - July 1st 2022
Whimsical and peculiar artworks, objects, and oddities by artist Reagan Floyd, hand selected and arranged by Kendall Rogers
CARNIVAL
An Exhibition of 27 Athens Artists at The Rook and Pawn
September 7th - 31st 2022
CARNIVAL was an exhibition featuring 27 local Athens artist with the purpose of celebrating the community of Athens and the proudly weird Athenian culture. At it’s core, CARNIVAL was a celebration.
Selected Ambient Works by J Anderssen
November 16th 2022- December 17th 2022
Gallery on First
Kendall originally became enthralled with curation when she started her project, Gallery on First, with her best friend out of their basement. Gallery on First is a gallery and event space created by Kendall Rogers and Anjali Howlett in Athens, GA. It was created with the intention of making a welcoming and accessible space for all kinds of people to show and view art in a fun and different context. Her curation work aims to make art more accessible and approachable in order to expand the art conversation. Gallery on First was in operation From July 2019- March 2020 and hosted 3 long-running art exhibitions and countless events.
