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In the last months, artistic expression has been targeted by state and non-state actors together. Think of names such as Charlie Hebdo and Pussy Riot: what makes them so provocative that they are attacked so brutally? How can art be creative, innovative and satirical without having the freedom to do so?
"Defending Artistic Expression", a workshop organised by the Community's Working Group on Promoting Freedom of Opinion and Expression, dealt with these questions.
Tsherin Sherpa with Bijay Maharjan and the Regal Studio metal casting team, including Durga Shrestha, Sajal Siwakoti, and Sangita Maharjan, Muted Expressions, 2022, bronze, 214 x 68.5 x 61 cm; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; purchased with the Museum acquisition fund and additional funds by Lois and Bob Baylis, Lisa Cavallari, Noah Dorsky, Shelley Rubin, and Jorrit Britschgi; C2022.4.1 © Tsherin Sherpa
Children in the miserable Palenga IDP camp, Gulu district. I find the expression on that child's face is one of an angry old man.
Nina Wessel Jan 07
Brinette Odgaard
make-up/styling: Margrethe Yasmin Kristiansen
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In the last months, artistic expression has been targeted by state and non-state actors together. Think of names such as Charlie Hebdo and Pussy Riot: what makes them so provocative that they are attacked so brutally? How can art be creative, innovative and satirical without having the freedom to do so?
"Defending Artistic Expression", a workshop organised by the Community's Working Group on Promoting Freedom of Opinion and Expression, dealt with these questions.
The North-Western Indian state of Rajasthan which literally means 'land of the Rajas (kings)' is known for its mystical deserts, royalty and elaborate ceremonies. The stark ochre of the desert is offset by the bright clothing and colorful jewelry worn by the women of this land; amongst the most vivid in all India.Roopvati Rajasthani Barbie doll's many hued lehenga-choli (long skirt and bustier top) and dupatta (large stole) capture this tradition. This lavish outfit is rich with sparkling Zari work (gold and silver thread inlay) on vibrant bandhini (traditional tie and die print). Wearing colorful bangles, a shimmering maang- tika (head ornament), and an elaborate nose ring and a brilliant choker, Roopvati Rajasthani is like a mirage in the desert. Roopvati Rajasthani Barbie doll, in all finery, is a symbol of the glorious tradition and magnificence of Rajasthan.
Audience member Kasha discussing the importance of the internet, which enabled her to connect with ideas and people when she was in Uganda. Audience Q&A, Queer Peers, a Human Rights Panel Discussion on International Transgender Politics,
An evening of Queer Expressions, Photos © Linda Dawn Hammond / IndyFoto.com and Pride Toronto 2009, Tuesday June 23, 2009,
Gladstone Hotel, Toronto
Moderator: Fred Kuhr
Panelists:
(L-R) Victor Mukasa, Susan Gapka, Erika Ayala, Evana Ortigoza , Notisha Massaquoi, Christine Decelles, N. Nicole Nussbaum
Global Trans Rights Activist Victor Mukasa from Uganda has been chosen as Pride Toronto's 2009 International Grand Marshal. Join us as we pay tribute to the brave queer activists fighting for their rights in Africa and specifically in Uganda. Come and hear Victor speak. As the 2009 International Grand Marshal, he proudly leads Toronto's Pride Parade on Sunday, June 28 at 2:00PM.
Victor Mukasa, Chairperson of Sexual Minorities Uganda (SMUG), 2009 Pride Toronto's International Grand Marshal: is the Chairperson of SMUG and a human rights defender for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender liberation in his home country of Uganda and across Africa. As a global trans rights activist, he strives to protect and defend the space to exit freely without harassment, threat, or violence and to change this world' traditional gender categories so that people are no longer punished for simply being who they are.
Victor Juliet Mukasa is a Ugandan transgender activist who has gained international recognition for bringing light to human rights issues globally. He is a TransLesbian working with the International Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission (IGLHRC) as Research and Policy Associate for East, Central and Horn of Africa. Victor is a founding member of Sexual Minorities Uganda (SMUG), served as SMUG’s Chairperson from March 2004 to October 2007 and is now serving on the organizations Advisory Board. He’s also the Grand Marshall for Pride Toronto 2009.
N. Nicole Nussbaum, Barrister & Solicitor is an Employment and Human Rights Lawyer working with the Fred Victor Trans Employment Support Program. She represents both employees and employers on employment agreements, wrongful dismissal litigation, human rights complaints, employment and human rights trainings, corporate employment policy review and drafting, and other related services. Nicole transitioned from male to female in 2006.
Susan Gapka is committed to the empowerment of the marginalized community of transgender and transexual people through her dedication to social justice and her activism. She has been vocal in her lobbying the government for the rights of transpeople. Susan has won several awards for her work, worked on several committees, and facilitated many workshops and training sessions.
Notisha Massaquoi is originally from Sierra Leone and is the Executive Director of Women's Health in Women's Hands Community Health Centre (WHCHC). Her most recent publication is the edited anthology Theorizing Empowerment: Canadian Perspectives on Black Feminist Thought. She is the winner of the 2008 IRN-Africa Audre Lorde award for outstanding writing and she is currently working on a second collection of writing with Selly Thiam entitled, None on Record: Stories of Queer Africa. Her most recent work has been implementing transgender programming into the WHCHC.
Christine Decelles is a volunteer with PWA Speakers Bureau, and an active participant and advocate in the gay community and HIV/AIDS movement who has been living with HIV for 21 years. She has done volunteer work for 10 years at PASAN, working with people who are positive within the prison system. She is the chair of Ritten House, an agency dealing with transformative justice, and also a member of Voices of Positive Women. Christine is working hard to break down the stigma and discrimination around HIV, AIDS, transsexual and transgendered people.
Erika Ayala was born in Mexico City, and has been living as a female since she was 15 years old. She first immigrated to the United States where she lived for 10 years, before moving to Canada five years ago. Erika recounts her claim for refugee status, applying as a trans-person and experiencing trans-phobia. The Queer Refugee Experience in Canada
Evana Ortigoza is a Trans Sex Outreach Worker with TransPULSE and 519 Community Centre. She was born in Venezuela, immigrated to Canada in 1994, and danced with the National Ballet of Canada for 4 years. She also coordinates the weekly Meal Trans Drop-In for low income trans-people.
A large MTR ventilation shaft graphically adorns the lower end of Ming Yuen Western Street reflecting the urban characters who pass it by.
North Point, Hong Kong
Photograph taken at 06:57am on July 26th 2011 after catching the first morning train up to London Bridge, for a leisurely street shoot on the South Bank in London.
This frame was taken within the skateboard arena on London's South Bank, located underneath the Queen Elizabeth Hall, near the Festival Pier and very much a part of the central London scene. Home to world championships and freedom of expression that is both artistic and refreshing, this vibrant and energetic location has fallen victim sadly to red tape and beaurocratic stupidity which threatens to close it in the near future.
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Nikkor AF 75-300mm f/4.5-5.6 (1989 35mm film lens). Jessops 62mm. Nikon MB-D10 battery grip pack. Two Nikon EN-EL3 batteries. Hoodman soft viewfinder eyecup. Nikon GP-1 GPS module.
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This amazing sculpture stares at you while you are entering the Pena Palace, an amazing mansion from the Romanticism.
Photo and Retouch: Jackson Carvalho
Modelos: Thais Silva e Bruno Piechocki
Casting: EP Models Brazil
Photo Assistance: Eduuardo Sudário | Jonathan Albuquerque
Stylist: Frabricio Souza
Beauty and Hair: Priscila Rodrigues
© 2014, All Rights Reserved
Me : Hey dude! I want you to pose for a photo!
Kid : No, I can't!
Me : Dai, please da!
Kid : Seri Okay (with a harsh voice)
Poses with the same gruff face. (pic 1)
Me : Hey! I want you to smile!
Kid : Is this enuf? (pic 2)
Me : That's not called a smile! Ok chuck the smile! Now laugh!
Kid : (after posing for pic 3) Seri naa kelambren!
Me : Dai dai Last shot da please!
Kid : Just one more okay! (pic 4)
Me : (scratching my chin) Thambi please da! Just one final shot!
The kid didn't reply. He just posed for the 5th pic. That said it all ! :D xD
Will Al Run Again? Al Gore reacts to Chris Anderson's question, "Will you run again?" Gore responded something like (I can't remember exactly) "Ohhh, you aren't going to get me on this one."
I love Al's expression. Ohhh and I love the look on Chris's face =)
In the last months, artistic expression has been targeted by state and non-state actors together. Think of names such as Charlie Hebdo and Pussy Riot: what makes them so provocative that they are attacked so brutally? How can art be creative, innovative and satirical without having the freedom to do so?
"Defending Artistic Expression", a workshop organised by the Community's Working Group on Promoting Freedom of Opinion and Expression, dealt with these questions.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PNK_EUWcvlQ
pose by del may
i love your poses del. they reminds me improvisation dances. every movement or pose could tell a story...so much space to imagine....
The intensity of her expressions are priceless! The passion for her music undeniable.
She is Andrea Brook, Associate Director of MASS Ensemble, yoga teacher, spiritual counselor and life coach.
I met her during the week long "Cirque Alys Aerial Music" event at Alys Stephens Performing Arts Center, on the University of Alabama campus at Birmingham, where I did a photo shoot. She is a lovely person!
Throughout the week there were two free performance by the group on an outdoor stage erected in Engel Plaza., in which Andrea stroked the stings of the Earth Harp, a unique instrument designed by William Close, the artistic director of MASS Ensemble. On Friday night there was a full concert, the first part which took place in beautiful Jemison Hall and the second part which took place on the outdoor stage, under the stars. It was magical!
Andrea has been associated with, and toured internationally with MASS Ensemble since 2001. She is a talented musician and dancer, as well as the voice and writer behind the spoken word elements of their show.
In addition to her musical talent Andrea has visited India many times and studied Yoga, and its many styles, under a number of Yoga masters. Her Yoga web site is: www.yogagirl.com.
The Earth Harp, at which Andrea is so proficient, is the largest stringed
instrument on the planet.
The body of the instrument, in these photos rests on the stage, and the
strings travel out over the audience attaching tthe Alys Stephens Center building, turning
the whole surrounding outdoor space into the instrument.
The giant long
strings are played with violin rosin covered gloves.
As Andrea runs her gloved hands along the strings
it creates beautiful cello like
tones.
Each string is sized and tuned individually using wooden blocks attached at certain points to stop the vibration.
The shorter strings makes shorter waves and higher sounds, while the larger, longer strings make longer waves and lower sounds.
The reason its inventor, William Close, chose to call it the Earth Harp is because the first time it was installed, the strings ran from one side of a valley, 1,000 ft. across to the other side, turning the
Earth / landscape into a giant harp.
There are a number YouTube videos of both Andrea and William playing the Earth Harp, but there are three I will recommend to you.
The first is Andrea explaining what Cirque Alys Aerial Music week is all about: www.youtube.com/watch?v=pAmly-BC90w
The second one is Andrea playing the Earth Harp at the annual gathering of "Burning Man" in the Nevada desert (if you have never heard of Burning Man, google it. It is quite a happening!)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=c66w_pPnO-s
and the third is Andrea in Italy, with William Close, giving a very good explanation of, and playing, the Earth Harp:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=xRUkbDWvLSw
I hope you enjoy this set. For great viewing run the pics on blackscreen at:
www.flickriver.com/photos/retrorocketrick/sets/7215763186...
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This duo of Mexican musicians roamed the city today playing up to the people taking their photo. They were great fun, and talented too.