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| Kevin O'Connell, Untitled (FT #3968), 202x, Archival Pigment Print mounted on Dibond, 19x25½", Edition of 7, $3200 |
When I was first introduced to Kevin O'Connell's work he was known for creating minimalist, Platinum prints, made from large format negatives, inspired by his cross-country road trips through the Southern Colorado Plains in the late 1970s and 1980. Growing up in the postindustrial landscape of Hammon, Indiana, amongst the decaying steel mills and oil refineries, O'Connell was drawn to the vast and isolated West, and after moving to Denver in 1981, the horizon became his muse.
During a visit to the gallery, many years ago, O'Connell shared his new digital photographs printed in color, titled One Hundred Days. The images were personal and he initially didn't plan to share them, but after spending more time with the work, although it was different from what he had made in the past, he realized there might be something there. This was before digital prints had become predominant, and the discussion on that visit centered on whether the new color series should be shared with the public. The consensus among gallery staff was "absolutely!"
Fast forward to 2023, Kevin O'Connell has executed numerous color projects. Today, we are delighted to share a new series, initiated in 2021, showcasing the breathtaking landscape of his new home. The series features photographs taken near the Pacific Northwest coast of the United States.
— Anne Kelly
Through his lens, O'Connell explores the concept of Mono No Aware, a Japanese aesthetic that recognizes the transience of all things and the sadness of their passing. In his photos, the fallen trees embody the fleeting nature of life, reminding us of the delicate balance between growth and decay. Alongside this, O'Connell also captures the essence of Yūgen, a subtle and profound awareness of the universe that sparks a feeling of wonder and mystery. His work invites the viewer to contemplate the larger forces of nature and our place within it, inspiring a sense of reverence and awe.
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| Kevin O'Connell, Untitled (FT #0388), 202x, Archival Pigment Print mounted on Dibond, 38x50", Edition of 7, $6800 |
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| Kevin O'Connell, Untitled (FT #0632), 202x, Archival Pigment Print mounted on Dibond, 19x25½", Edition of 7, $3200" |
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| Kevin O'Connell, Untitled (FT #1890), 202x, Archival Pigment Print mounted on Dibond, 38x50", Edition of 7, $6800 |
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| Kevin O'Connell, Untitled (FT #1918), 202x, Archival Pigment Print, 19x25½", Edition of 7, $3200 |
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| Kevin O'Connell, Untitled (FT #4375), 202x, Archival Pigment Print mounted on Dibond, 38x50", Edition of 7, $6800 |
Kevin O'Connell's work is held in many public and private collections. He has exhibited extensively, including numerous solo exhibitions such as Fog Journal (2021), Inundation (2016), Memories of Water (2014) at Robischon Gallery in Denver, Co; Kevin O'Connell: The New West (2014) Fort Collins Museum of Art; Everything Comes Broken, (2014) Santa Fe University of Art and Design. He has been interviewed on Colorado Public Radio and received two fellowship grants from the Ucross Foundation.
photo-eye Gallery is proud to represent artist Kevin O'Connell.
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The prints from this series are Archival Pigment Prints
mounted on Dibond and are available in two sizes
19x25½", Edition of 7, Starting at $3,200
38x50, Edition of 7, Starting at $6,800
Print costs are current up to the time of posting and are subject to change.
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If you are in Santa Fe, please stop by during gallery hours or schedule a visit HERE.
For more information, and to reserve one of these unique works, please contact photo-eye Gallery
Gallery Director Anne Kelly
or
Gallery Assistant Jovi Esquivel
You may also call us at (505) 988- 5152 x202
1300 Rufina Circle, Unit A3, Santa Fe, NM 87507
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