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Andrew Wright
Mises-en-scène
The Red Head Gallery
January 10 February 2, 2002
By Anitra Hamilton
Andrew Wright's photos of trees shot at night using professional lights on stands to simulate daylight demonstrated a dissappointing lack of faith in the viewer. The intended effect was the eerie reversal of a night scene, somewhat remniscent of René Magritte's "Empire of Lights." Unfortunately the stands were left in the shot, negating any possibility of deception. The resulting prints were neutered of any potential for drama: the effect was arch. Sometimes you just have to trust the viewer.
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