A few weeks ago I made it over to the SFMOMA to check out the Francesca Woodman exhibit...WOW. Is all I have to say. There are over 150 photographs in the exhibition and I was just blown away. I didn't expect to see so much work by someone who died way too soon.
Overall the entire exhibit was ethereal and so inspiring — but was also sad. Knowing that Woodman had killed herself at the age of 22; it was hard to not feel that vibe through out the exhibit. Regardless though, it was fascinating to be in the presence of such beauty. Her work transcends time for sure.
Francesca Woodman runs through February 20, 2012.
There were so many gorgeous, stirring images but I think the above is my favorite. Titled aptly; I Could No Longer Play. I Could Not Play By Instinct.
I took a lot of these images with my iphone, so sadly my hand is mirrored in a few. But I still wanted to share.
These two images were taken from a photobook of Woodman's called: Potrait of a Reputation. It was stunning and tied with a red, ragged ribbon.
A detail of her series Swan Song.
dear meighan, thanks for sharing these images of francesca woodmans , she left a lot behind to inspire us , but I agree with you , it is sad,is it like she just had a small window of time to get her work out and then ....I wonder did she feel empty or something? her will to live had gone , hard to know huh ....she was stunning ,love her in the spotted dress scurrying low down like a cat or something :)
good luck with your new look and focus ,its so important to re-assess isnt it x
Posted by: jane o sullivan | Monday, January 23, 2012 at 06:00 AM
thanks a lot for sharing... She's an incredible artist.
Posted by: cali rezo | Monday, January 23, 2012 at 09:30 AM
It was great meeting you at Ashley's dye class last week! I've always loved your blog!
Posted by: Daughter Earth | Monday, January 23, 2012 at 03:07 PM
Jane - You are so welcome. There were so many images that it was clear she seemed to be struggling -- yet they were so beautiful. Thanks for liking the new look!
Call - Thank you!
Daughter Earth - but wait! Who were you? ;) I had such a great time! I'll be posting pics this week I hope!
Posted by: meighan | Monday, January 23, 2012 at 03:25 PM