“Nothing is more abstract than reality” -Giorgio Morandi 1890-1964
We, humans, abstract the idea of “reality” from our perceptual experience with the physical world. Therefore, the concept “reality” is an abstraction, an integrated sum of perceptions. The abstraction as such does not exist, it is not a physical entity; but it represents all entities at our conceptual level of consciousness. The concept of reality doesn’t seem to be specifically tied to anything concrete. Reality could (hypothetically) be totally different and it’d still be a reality. But, this is just a point of view. The philosophical discussions concerning this matter (how abstract is the concept “reality”?) are and will go on forever because we are “inside the box”. We are part of our own reality.
For both of us what we find the most interesting is the way an abstract image can trigger memories. When an image, or a part of it, cannot be interpreted as something specific, not only our perception but our imagination comes into play. It is then when photography shows its full potencial.
“Deep in the human unconscious is a pervasive need for a logical universe that makes sense. But the real universe is always one step beyond logic.” ―Frank Herbert, Dune
Sometimes human expressions of inner feelings and ideas have not a logical origin. As human beings and part of a chaotic universe, our way to express ourselves doesn’t always have a clear logic. This characteristic also defines the way we experience our journey in this reality. As Frank Herbert also states in the same novel: “The mystery of life isn’t a problem to solve, but a reality to experience.”
Pleased to announce that Galería Elvira Gonzalez is representing us in Spain from now on. Excited for our first solo show at such a great gallery as part of the festival PHotoEspaña 2022. Great to see you in Madrid on June 1st.
Es un placer anunciar que a partir de ahora Galería Elvira Gonzalez nos representará en España. Estamos además encantados de que nuestra primera exposición individual en esta gran galería forme parte del festival PHotoEspaña 2022 Será fantástico vernos en Madrid el 1 de junio.
Galería Elvira Gonzalez La galería anuncia la representación de Albarrán Cabrera. El próximo 1 de junio durante el festival PHotoEspaña 2022, se inaugurará su primera exposición individual en la galería.
La pareja artística está formada por los fotógrafos Ángel Albarrán (Barcelona, 1969) y Anna Cabrera (Sevilla, 1969), quienes trabajan de forma conjunta desde 1996. Su obra se caracteriza por una particular estética que aúna la reflexión sobre la memoria y la experiencia con la investigación de la química fotográfica. _ The gallery is pleased to announce the representation of Albarrán Cabrera, who will have their first solo exhibition at the gallery on June 1st as part of the festival PHotoEspaña 2022.
