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13/7/2006

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Aron Packer Gallery, Chicago

Joe Conlon, Justin Henry Miller

Joseph Conlon's series of photographs, 101 Talismans for a Happy Death, will be on display here at Aron Packer Gallery in memory of the Chicago-based artist and in concurrence with the Gay Games in Chicago. Conlon, who was HIV positive for over 20 years, created this work in the last five years of his life, which unfortunately came to an end in Autumn 2005.

The title of the piece suggests that Conlon's creations may be understood as talismans meant to aid in a confrontation with mortality. Dream-like photography and video depict murders, accidents, suicides, and sexual escapades gone fatally wrong. The images are campy yet beautiful, featuring saturated colors and stylized poses, a quality that counteracts the atmosphere of tragedy.

In Gallery Two, Justin Henry Miller presents Radioactive, a series of futuristic / biomorphic paintings, drawings, and sculptures. Justin is a recent MFA from Notre Dame.

The images in Miller's work function as a synthesis of influences including: science fiction, anatomical illustrations, cartoon animation, some of the more experimental trends in science, and general themes in nature. Miller has become increasingly interested in the closing gap between science fiction and science fact. Cloning, transgenic breeding, genetically modified food, and surrogate mothering are just a handful of issues that have sparked his imagination.

Who/What:
Gallery 1: Joe Conlon (1962 ­ 2005) 101
Talismans for a Happy Death, photos / video installation

Gallery 2:
Justin Henry Miller
Radioactive, new paintings

Opening Reception: Friday, July 14, 2006 6-9pm

Aron Packer Gallery
118 N Peoria Chicago IL 60607

Gallery Hours: Tuesday Saturday 11:00AM ­ 5:30PM

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