John Kay, an exceptional, award winning photographer, thinks
of himself as a painter rather than a photographer.
The reason why is evident in his
unique, "urban decollage" photos. Bold bright colors, images of
people and words, torn, worn and ripped away from poster-covered walls, emerge or recede into
layers that pull the viewer into them as they search for completion and
understanding of the fragments. The first question John often
gets is, “What are these?”
John has won many juried competitions in Europe and America. He has exhibited primarily in Germany where he lived for the majority of
his adult life. The images come from cities in Europe, America, and
Mexico. Now returning home to the Pacific N.W. he is
starting to exhibit in America.
The Second Story Gallery presents the works of John Kay during
the month of September. A reception and opportunity to meet the artist
will be held Friday Sept. 5 from 5 to 8 p.m. Vocalist Caryn Jamison will be performing in the gallery.
The exhibit
continues through Sept. 27 during regular opening hours.
