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Artist Statements
The day is to be a man’s job. I like to walk and see the Chicago waters.
John L.The sky is always open for us. Sometimes low, sometimes high, like our goals, short or long. Keep trying; keep working, eventually we will be there. Photography lets me share with others. We can see the different points of view, even seeing the same objects; like our lives.
Manami M.Everything changes through the eye of a camera. Whether it is a flower, a tire, an ant or a person, there is beauty in everything.
Marnee K.We only must tap into the very inter beings of our souls to awaken the art forms in us all. If you do not enjoy what you are doing you will never be good at it. By Luke Parker. If you don’t start somewhere, you’re gonna go nowhere. By Bob Marley. When you photograph people in color you photograph their clothes. When you photograph people in black and white you photograph their soul. Hippy Ted Grant
Deborah A.Everything must be rooted and grounded in love according to the Bible. The flower, carrots and the celery were rooted and grounded in love, so was our country, symbolized by the flag and Patriot on the Horse. Want to change the world… root for love, by loving yourself and others, by making a world a better place for all to love. That is how you change the world; root for love, by being rooted in love. Sow love, reap love, reap what showed and grounded in love.
Kenny S.At a young age I was given a camera, and from there I just fell in love with photography, no schooling. Just a passion.
Ruben G.I came to Catholic Charities to be in the class on Wednesday and one of my friends told me about the class on Tuesday. I love to take pictures of colors and shapes. Pictures to me is artwork. Each picture to me has a shape and color; it tells you a story about something. As a child, I was in art classes and I find art is a melody; it is also like a book with a beginning and an ending.
Lori V.This year’s photo show has helped me gain more insight to my own life persona in the eyes of this young artistic dragon-sized spirit of mine and I am forever grateful.
Shaolin M.As I walked off the escalator at Harold Washington Library and caught sight of all those extraordinary dog tags, I thought of all the lives sacrificed. That in itself was enough to inspire me. The dog tags tell stories of men and women, some who lost lives and some MIA. My words cannot express how I felt when I took these photos. I can only say that my heart goes out to all those courageous men and women whom they represent.
Earl B.I like to talk to others and see a new life Time is not good, I don have a job or home. Working for it all but pictures and the photo project are helping me to look up. Being with friends at the photo project has helped me.
John L.Always needing to express my feelings toward the world of inventiveness, a perception of my imagination, to be an expression of freedom.
William R.Random photography of the city. From the early morning not as bitterly cold outside as it feels.
Ruby T.In my pictures, I have captured the beauty in objects and places with different medium, which allows me to express unique pictures.
Herman H.I like taking pictures around the holidays because everything is so decorative. I like taking pictures of the Bulls, the Sox, the Blackhawks and the Cubs, all in Chicago because they are all winners.
Ronald G.Art is my happy place especially photography. This is my escape; I can be whoever I want to be. My husband and I are named as the “Art Couple Who’s Still Standing.
Sarah E.These three shots were done during the late day because I was trying to capture shade, light and shadow to produce a scene that would be appealing and comfortable to the eye. The third shot with bike was an expression of reflection, light, and shadow.
Maurice P.When the light came this morning of this day God created a great view, it formed out to be a great picture, and that leaves a great memory in your mind.
Mills L.The view from the river walk to the lake emphasizes the beauty of our city.
Valerie B.I took photography in high school. I have been involved with Catholic Charities for three years. This is my first time doing the Visions’ class. I have also sold artwork with the Chicago Association of Retarded Citizens. What inspired me to take the picture of the moon was the way it was, kind of play hide and seek with clouds on a cold winter’s night; a clock is a work beauty, and river on a cold winter day with the city what a sight to look at.
Tracy B.The reason why I am writing this note is because I love to take nice pictures of buildings, cars, windows, animals and others too. Now, the reason why I take pictures is because it makes me feel good about myself. I need something positive to do. Photography is a nice thing to do, indoors and outdoors. Just holding a camera makes me feel special.
Sandra W.The world of structure, enthusiasm, accomplishment in photo synthesizing and obedience in learning. These are my feelings about photography.
David C.As the saying goes: A picture is worth a thousand words. In other words, pictures can tell a story. Good or bad, happiness, sadness, whatever the story might be; a visual of what you are trying to say could help the story be told better.
Christopher D.Taking pictures makes me feel cool and warm. I like photography. I am so grateful for the scenery that cameras give me. God gave me some vision because I am legally blind but still can see the beauty of life.
James F.I was so vain at one time until I finally opened my eyes in this photo and seen the world as a whole, our people and places and art come together in our religion as one.
Andrea C.I like taking pictures hoping that someone will be inspired by what Chicago looks like through my vision of what I see.
Bobby L.I am so glad that there is that thing called After Supper Visions. I look forward to the show each year. It give me another reason to be a happy person. To see things and record them is magic. I am grateful that we can share this wonderful moment.
Denis D.My photo vision scenes from Chicago lakefront. With the use of shade, shadows, shots were taken on angles using lines to draw the viewer into the photo scene
Herman H.What I like about the project is that it was fun doing it and I hope some sell. I like water and the river because they are peaceful and quiet. I wanted to capture the moment.
Aaron C.Enjoying the sun reflecting on the building while walking through the city.
Bobby L.The Catholic Charities “After Supper Visions Photography”. This career of 17 years has brought out my hidden artistic talent thanks to the “Master Teacher, Jody” of the photography program.
Margaret A.I love this After Supper Visions event. It is very sobering experience for me. I get a chance to be productive while expressing my artistic ability. After being clean and sober for eight years, I am excited to be an active participant in something positive and creative. Thank you all for coming out and supporting and encouraging us in recreating our lives.
Andy A.The photos give us good idea of the future of Chicago: buildings and landscapes that are beautiful. The photo project inspires me to look for pictures I want to take.
Donnell W.The shape of my photo picture is the flower, the color shape of it like shape from the build is how it was the color in it is so good. I like my photo. It is good to have the shape bring out the color in it, just great. It must be my flower that the color brings out. It’s ok to me. Many things you see can inspire you and help you see things differently, but the moment the eyes to your heart are open it will inspire you even more because now it’s not only the eye that captures what inspires yo…
Joe J.The photography class was great. It gave me a chance to be creative and to see the beauty of God.
Tracey M.I love photography. My late uncle was a photographer before he became a businessman. I love photography for the light, the color, the shadows, and all the varied shapes and dimensions. It is a wonderful hobby, and could turn out to be an extremely interesting profession. It’s also a fun way to be an artist.
Daniel G.Chicago is one of the most beautiful cities I have even seen in the world. At night it is magnificent and serene and it is always the talk of the town. My building photos make me think of clear blue skies. Buildings have been here for many years and they are as beautiful as they are landmarks. As I keep photographing I keep finding new and beautiful places the city has to offer.
Valerie B.I started photography as a hobby and it turned into a passion. I find it fascinating to shoot a sunrise and a sunset. Noticing how the colors change as the sun rises in the early morning is like God creating his art. Nothing to me can replace photographing God at this best artwork.
Tommy L.In final, the weather would be dirty to a photographer, but we call this skyscrapers. Can fun time and the pictures make you smile? It did for me and that’s why I had fun.
Brian C.My second time trying this medium for expression. I usually draw, paint or write. But this turned out to be very helpful in choosing what to capture on film. Also why to capture on film. So I can only say if it looks interesting I try to capture the interest.
Charles F.Up a Creek Be Still The Road to Oz Dr. Who
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Everyone There “So Genuine” In Their Support Of The Artists
A great time was had by all last evening, as Lagunitas Brewing Co. opened its doors to ASV for a kick-off event in anticipation of the 2018 Photo Exhibition. ASV Photo Team members, along with Catholic Charities executives, staff … Continue reading
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THIS Monday: ASV Friendraiser At Lagunitas’ Tap Room 5:30-8:30PM
Dear Friends of After Supper Visions, Please join us on Monday, April 16 for the annual “friend raiser” at Lagunitas Tap Room from 5:30 – 8:30pm. The event will feature delicious complimentary food from Premier Catering, live music by Platform … Continue reading
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ASV Friend-Raiser One Week From Tonight
Invite your friends, family members and work colleagues to come join us NEXT MONDAY, APRIL 16 at Lagunitas Brewing Co.! It will be a fantastic evening of food, drink, music and fabulous raffles, all in support of the very hard-working … Continue reading
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ASV Friend-Raiser At Lagunitas’ Tap Room Monday, April 16
Hope you are planning to join us on Monday, April 16 as ASV fans gather at Lagunitas’ Tap Room, W. 17th Street from 5:30-8:30PM. We have created a Facebook event for this special occasion: https://www.facebook.com/events/869075109946685/ PLEASE share this link with … Continue reading
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ASV “FRIEND RAISER” APRIL 16
Dear Friend of After Supper Visions, Please join us on Monday, April 16 for the annual “friend raiser” at Lagunitas Tap Room from 5:30 – 8:30pm. The event will feature delicious complimentary food from Premier Catering, live music by Platform … Continue reading
SAVE THESE DATES: ASV 2018 SPECIAL EVENTS
See the attached and mark your calendars for these ASV events in the coming year: 2018_ASV_SaveTheDate Monday, April 16, 2018: ASV Every Sip Counts Fundraiser at Laginutas’ TAP ROOM Friday, June 8-Sunday, June 10: 2018 After Supper Visions Photo Exhibition, … Continue reading
Happy Thanksgiving
The pilgrims who came to this New World first celebrated a meal of Thanksgiving in 1621, after the success of their first harvest. The United States of America celebrated Thanksgiving as a nation, on and off since 1789, once our … Continue reading
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2017 Photo Show Excitement Kicks Off At Lagunitas Tap
Thank you to everyone who came to join in the fun on Monday, April 24th in anticipation of the ASV 2017 Photo Exhibition! Many thanks to Lagunitas Brewing Co., too for allowing us once again to gather in the chic Lagunitas Tap Room, which was perfect … Continue reading
ASV NIGHT AT LAGUNITAS’ TAP ROOM IS NEXT MONDAY: BUY YOUR RAFFLE TICKETS NOW!
THREE FABULOUS RAFFLE PRIZES will help make the ASV SPECIAL EVENT fundraiser at Lagunitas’ Tap Room next Monday, April 24th even more spectacular! Tickets are $5 each, or $20 for FIVE tickets. Winner NEED NOT BE PRESENT to win! You can … Continue reading
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You’re Invited: April 24th
The Third Annual “Every Sip Counts” ASV Fundraiser at Lagunitas Tap Room is coming soon! The tap will be flowing on Monday, April 24th, from 5:30-8:00PM, at 2607 17th Street in Chicago. Proceeds of every beverage purchased will go toward … Continue reading
