THE ASSEMBLY
Photography from Houston's Galleries

Exhibition Reception: Thursday, January 24, 2019, 6-8pm

FotoFest at Silver Street Studios
2000 Edwards Street, Houston, TX 77007

FotoFest presents THE ASSEMBLY, a new exhibition highlighting high-quality photography and video represented by a selection of the city’s contemporary fine art galleries.

Featuring the work of 23 artists, from 10 Houston commercial galleries, the exhibition shows the breadth of contemporary art photography shown in the city. The selection includes young, emerging artists alongside photographers that are well-established internationally. Nearly all are living.

THE ARTISTS
Katja Loher (Switzerland/USA), Richard Tuschman (Poland/USA) – Anya Tish Gallery

Renate Aller (Germany/USA), Keith Carter (USA), S Gayle Stevens (USA) – Catherine Couturier Gallery

Jan Rattia (Venezuela/USA) – Cindy Lisica Gallery

Frank Rodick (Canada), Olga Tobreluts (Russia) – Deborah Colton Gallery

Paul-André Larocque (Canada), Claire Rosen (USA) – Foto Relevance

Amy Blakemore (USA), Edgar Leciejewski (Germany), Linarejos Moreno (Spain), Demetrius Oliver (USA), Dario Robleto (USA) – Inman Gallery

Emily Peacock (USA) – Jonathan Hopson

Debra Barrera (USA), William Christenberry (USA), Dornith Doherty (USA) – Moody Gallery

Geraldo de Barros (Brazil), Liliana Porter (Argentina/USA) – Sicardi Ayers Bacino

Lee Friedlander (USA), William Wegman (USA) – Texas Gallery

The Assembly: Photography from Houston’s Galleries opens Thursday, January 24, 2019, 6-8pm with a reception at Silver Street Studios, 2000 Edwards Street, Houston, Texas 77007.

Representatives of the galleries and several of the local artists will attend the reception. Refreshments are provided by Saint Arnold Brewing Company and Total Wine & More.

The exhibition is on view Wednesdays – Saturdays, 11am-5pm, through March 9, 2019. Admission to the exhibition, the opening reception, and public programs is free and open to the public. Private tours and viewings outside of normal gallery hours may be arranged by contacting FotoFest at exhibits@fotofest.org, or by calling 713.223.5522 ext 19.

A series of public programs including artist talks, book signings and panel discussions are scheduled throughout February that will showcase the artists and dealers. Dates and details of the programs will be announced online and via social media as they are confirmed. The Assembly is organized by FotoFest Associate Curator Jennifer Ward, with Executive Director Steven Evans.

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FAQs

1. Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
The party is all ages and open to the public with pre or on-site registration.

2. What is the entry fee?
The Artists Reception is FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Both the General Admission ticket, and General Admission with Donation ticket get equal access.

3. What is the difference between the GENERAL ADMISSION and GENERAL ADMISSION WITH DONATION ticket?
Nothing. Both the General Admission ticket, and General Admission with Donation ticket get equal access. The Donation is just a way to show your appreciation to FotoFest.

4. What are my parking options?

Complimentary self parking is avaiable.

5. What time does the party start?
The Reception starts at 6pm and continues through to 8pm.

6. Where is the party?
At SILVER STREET STUDIOS in the Washington Avenue Arts District, at 2000 Edwards Street, Houston, TX 77007 - Two blocks north of Washington Avenue, between Sawyer and Houston Ave.