This series features women I photographed on the streets of Manhattan and at the Steam Punk World’s Fair. In the studio I combined my street portraits, with other photographs of hats, ribbons, flowers, assorted objects, abstract drawings and vintage ephemera that were digitally altered, combined and repurposed and created this series, Concanon Coal Mine String Trio. These portraits are my fictional tribute to the real women that labored, unwelcomed in the coalfields during the early 20th century. Working in extraordinarily, dangerous conditions while supporting their husbands and families, these strong women were also integral to the creation of the coal miner’s union. The Concanon Coal Mine String Trio found relief from their harsh existence and escaped into the beautiful world they created with their music.
24x24x2”
Photo and pigmented beeswax combines on Kozo and wood panel.
24x24x2”
Photo and pigmented beeswax combines on Kozo and wood panel.
24x24x2”
Photo and pigmented beeswax combines on Kozo and wood panel.