Christy Meaker, an alum of the LBCC Photo Department, is showing her work in a group show entitled "Love/Hate." Congratulations Christy.
The "LOVE/HATE" Art Exhibit
Love and hate are two of the most passionate emotions a person can feel.
They can both cause strong out comes, sometimes even insanity.
Most everyone has felt either the intense hurt or
that profound happiness because of love.
Show dates:
February 1st - 29th, 2008
Artist Reception: Saturday, February 9th 6pm-9pm
Location:
PICTURE THIS
Gallery & Custom Framing
4130 Norse Way
Long Beach, CA 90808
Email: picturethisgallery@gmail.com
Here is Christy's Bio:
Bio of a Multi-task full Photographer
The first time I ever used a 35mm SLR was in the fall of 2001 while attending an Introduction to Photography class at Long Beach City College. In an effort to develop my skills and explore the art of photography for a few years I studied a variety of classes such as B&W, color, portraiture, studio lighting experimental, fine art, documentary and digital photography. In 2001 I received an Associates of Science with an emphasis in Auto Mechanics as well as beginning my journey into the fine arts. The combination of working on cars, learning to weld and taking up fine arts has fashioned who I have become as an artist today. I enjoy working with metals, working on my own vehicles along with my desire to take photographs. My photography is most likely subject to include vintage automobiles, oldie movie theatres, desertscapes, any object of interest, and the people who are a part of my life. Sometimes I will photograph the pets or kids of friends and within the past year or so I have taken a move toward self portraiture. Not to mention, I take pleasure in documenting the process of some of my unconventional creations, which, incidentally gives explanation as to my Love/Hate entry.
Christy Meaker
Contests Competitions and Group Shows
Being in group shows, (especially winning them) is a great start to your photographic career. Here are two excellent upcoming competitions:
The "California Visual Artists" jurored show at the 2nd City Council Art Gallery and Performance Space. There is $1000 of prize money for the winners. The deadline for this show is Wed. January 30, 2008. For more information go to:
http://www.2ndcitycouncil.org/There also is a student competition for
Creative Quarterly the journal of Arts and Design. The deadline has been extended to February 11, 2008. This is an excellent magazine and to be picked for this show would be a real feather in your cap. For more information go to:
http://cqjournal.com/contests_entries.html
Join a Club! After a hiatus of more than a few years, we are once again starting up the Photo Club at the PCC campus. Join us Thursday, Jan. 31st at 3pm in room EE250 - We'll even have FREE PIZZA for the first meeting. 
