The above image caught my eye. Having been a Texan my whole life, I often find myself drawn to "Texan" colors, like the blue turquoise found in both the sky and the jewelry of many Texans; the gold of the sunset, here shown as lamé fabric; the lush greens and pinks of cacti and native flowers (though these are much more tropical). What I didn't notice at first was the scene of the men in the center of the image-which is an act that is outlawed in the state.
This image is being shown at the Greyduck Gallery in East Austin along with the works of two other artists: Jaelah Kuehmichel and Jerry Granberry. The collection is meant to be an exploration of identity, which I'm sure would be better understood upon viewing the show in its entirety.
The article itself is interesting because the reviewer seems to criticize Granberry for being too shallow and Kuehmichel for addressing her work comedically. Since I'm not well versed in art critiquing, I find that I usually discuss what I like about a work before I ever say something negative. While Granberry's work might not have been my favorite, I certainly wouldn't have spoken harshly about it. Overall, though, I felt like the show review was thoughtful and provided adequate explanation for her critique. I only wish she would have included an image of the piece that she said she liked the most.
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