Gallery and new exhibition openings are one of the most enjoyable things to try to take in living in Philadelphia.  On that note, we’ve just received word there’s a new art exhibition set to open at the Seeber Fine Arts Gallery courtesy of Kathryn Pannepacker & Corey Armpriester.

The theme should be interesting and relevant: ALLEGIANCE: WAR OR PEACE - the examination of contemporary war.

Receptions will be held:  Friday, September 14th, 5-9pm (Opening) - Sunday, September 23rd, 4-7pm (Closing).

Some information from the artists below:

This exhibition features the new works of two Philadelphia artists, Kathryn Pannepacker and Corey Armpriester, both of whom are addressing issues of contemporary war using the mediums of textiles and photography.  Both artists are attempting to give voice to the confusion, frustration, apathy and complexity of being an American citizen during times of war .

Artist Kathryn Pannepacker’s series Pretty Little Bombs skillfully conveys explosive tensions. Weaving with traditional materials (wool, cotton and jute), juxtaposed to unorthodox materials  (paper matches and aluminum foil), she illustrates the power of what it means to ignite our hearts on fire … for war or for peace. All this made evident with the consumption of idealized pedestrian symbols.

Artist Corey Armpriester?s series Whispers of Black holes are of television appropriations from film/video footage of today?s wars (in the Middle East ) on national and international news media. By creating iconic imagery of contemporary war via American television, he’s retelling the story broadcast on the news with a subversive and sinister interpretation. Alongside of the appropriations are metaphorical portraits that demonstrate the United States Government perception of its citizens being potential terrorists that need surveillance via the Patriot Act.

Seeber Fine Arts Gallery
2007 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Gallery Hours:
Tues-Thurs: 11-2  Fri-Sun:12-7
Tel:215-756-7999