Edna Cardinale was there to make the announcement herself :)
Sarah Bone's photo titled 'Grieving Women' was taken this past year in Sierra Leone. To see more of Sarah's work on Sierra Leone one can view http://www.sarahbones.com/ - Sarah's images were also in the Philadelphia Inquirer on February 11.
Tony Wood's Image, titled 'Bridget' came in second place. This image can also be seen hanging at the University of the ARts in Dorrance Hall for a limited time.
Photo 612 would like to give a special thanks to
Edna Cardinale for being present and available to speak to all of the participants in the show. She also took the time to research each of the participants viewing websites before coming down to the opening. She is absolutely Inspiring.
The selections for the show are to be applauded! Once again a great diversity. Holga photography by Lesley Krane, Pinhole photography by Sharon Harris, Silver Gelatin prints by Gerald Merna, Kelly Ryan & Michael Tolbert, Infrared Photography by Marilyn Canning & Richard Elkins, something very special by Richard Ryan. Great scenery from James Cooper, Amanda Stevenson, Dave Fonda, Elaine Walsh, James Morton, Joseph DeFay, John Doyle, Dave Simchock. Fun images from Denise Bush, Sam Oberter, Matthew Fegley, Warren Holtzman. Great People from Tony Wood, Bonnie Jacobs, Monika Merva, & Dana Horvath.
Photo 612 changed the prizes for 2008. There was to be only a First prize Chosen by Edna and then there was going to be a Director's prize (me) . The Director couldn't do it! Too hard- So left it to the Edna to choose both first and second prize. Something new tho' was introduced- the People's Choice Award! How fun was that! A chance to have your voice heard!
People's Choice was awarded to Sharon Harris for a Pinhole PHotograph- please come by the gallery to see it :)
Special thanks to Bing & Sharon for helping bring the show together by helping PUT IT ON THE WALL!!! Special thanks to Colleen for helping spread the word!! Friends of 612, it couldn't be without you :)
Full House - Open reception, feb. 10
