About the Exhibition
Opening reception: Wednesday, September 17, 6 - 8 pm Featuring installations, video art, and photography, Smith explores visual artist branding and art world marketing, combined with meditations on narcissism and modernity. At the Painted Bride Café Gallery, Smith will show paintings and drawings; at The Hall of the Crane Arts Building, Smith will create an installation of large-scale photographs and mixed media work; and at International House, Smith will screen video art and display a series of Polaroid prints. Presented in conjunction with the 2008 Philadelphia Live Arts / Fringe Festival.
About the Gallery Founded almost 100 years ago in 1910, International House Philadelphia is an independent, non-profit organization housing nearly 400 students, scholars and interns from over 65 countries. They provide a unique residential experience that supports their development as future leaders by offering a full spectrum of programs that create individuals able to work and interact successfully with people from all backgrounds. To support both their residents and the Greater Philadelphia community, International House Philadelphia has long been the premier presenter of international arts and cultural programs. And in the past two years the organization has emerged as the nexus between international culture and international business, bringing globally recognized business and political leaders together with the local community.
International House Philadelphia’s mission is three-fold: to maintain a diverse and welcoming community for scholars from around the world, while introducing them to the American experience; to broaden the horizons of its residents and the larger community through high quality programs that promote international friendship, and business and professional opportunities; and to encourage the growth of mutual tolerance and respect among the peoples of all nations.
