The copyrighting of public space. A photographer setting up to photograph Anish Kapoors recent sculpture in Millenium Park was stopped and asked for a permit. Pay to take a picture of public art? The sculpture itself is gorgeous and photography would be a great way for people relate and interact with it. There does seem to be quite a few pictures on the we though so not sure why this photographer was stopped. In any case it brings to light issues about the privatization of Public domain and its disappearance from public life.
Cool Pictures of the "Cloud Gate" under construction.
While in India we were asked to pay for a photography permit when we visited the Hill Palace in Kerala. It seemed odd and maybe I should have clarfied that the photos were for personal use. Photography was allowed outside only.
Inspirational
Born into Brothels: A documentary by Zana Briski and Ross Kauffman about Zana's work with children in the Sonagachi redlight district in Kolkata. The documentary chronicles the experiences of Zana and the kids as she, a photographer begins to teach these children of prostitutes to photograph their own lives.
And don't miss the opening of Christo and Jean-Claudes' "Gates" at Central Park February 12th. Is it art? If you are in NY see it and decide for yourself. I wish I was there.
Another interesting happening in New York is an exhibition titled Groundswell: Constructing the Contemporary Landscape.
Khushru recommends Bright River. It sounds great, I am looking forward to seeing it.
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