Fireworks
Equilibrium: Photographs by Jon Kolkin
This series attempts to draw attention to the delicate balance that exists
between the 3 realms of nature: land, water and air

Each image in the series blends all 3 elements in such a way that it challenges the viewer to distinguish the boundary where one ends and another begins.  “By visually obscuring the transition between land, water and sky, I am trying to emphasize the interconnection and inter-dependence of these 3 elements – the contamination of one affects the health of the others, ultimately impacting the quality of life for all on our planet.”

     “Another subplot of Equilibrium is my attempt to dramatize the inherent, awe-inspiring beauty of nature.  In so doing, I hope to generate an emotional response from the viewer, evoking a sense of pride in the world that surrounds us.  The footprint of man is intentionally absent from this body of work to further emphasize the raw aesthetics of our planet.”

     However, the deeper message within this body of work centers on the importance of finding balance within our own lives.  The images are minimalist yet complex, focusing on the intrinsic energy within an environment rather than taking the more traditional approach of attempting to capture a scene on film.  By stripping things down to their more essential elements, Kolkin attempts to emphasize the importance of determining our priorities in life while avoiding the distractions that keep us from achieving our goals.

Reception for the artist Saturday, September 25th , 2010: 6-8 PM
Free and open to the public