HOPE ON, HOPE EVER.
Peter Burn (1831-1902)
Sow afresh! be not dishearten'd,
Though thy works have suffered blight—
Though the glorious sky has darken'd,
When it look'd most fair and bright:
Sow afresh! be up and doing!
Let the earth receive the grain!
Thou shalt have the joy of knowing,
Life has not been spent in vain.
Start afresh, desponding brother!
Enter life's eventful field!
Haply this, thy new endeavour,
May a plenteous harvest yield:
Start afresh! all fears forsaking!
Soon the clouds will disappear;
Form with prayer each undertaking,
Then thy Father's smile will cheer.
Labour on, still praying, hoping,
Working out some honest plan,
Through the darkness onward groping,—
Such must be the life of man:
Battling ever with obstruction,
Pressing onward to the goal,
Are the means to gain distinction,
And bespeak a noble soul.
VOICES OF NATURE
HULL: Francis Oliver, 1860, pp.1-2
requiem for america
Requiem for America is a photographic tribute to America's Industrial Legacy, A stunning portfolio that offers a visually arresting and emotionally resonant exploration of a pivotal era in American history. Focused on the Rustbelt and Textile regions, this meticulously curated collection provides a heartfelt look into a time marked by towering factories, bustling steel mills, the rhythm of textile production, and the beloved Mom-and-Pop stores that served as the heartbeat of countless communities.
"Requiem for America" dives into the iconic past of Bethlehem Steel and other landmark industries, celebrating their significant impact on the nation's economic and cultural landscape. Through evocative imagery, the book honors the emigrants families—our unsung heroes and heroines—whose resilience and dedication were instrumental in shaping an age of modern America.
Each act of this portfolio captures the grandeur and human stories behind the factories and mills, reflecting the rich and shared heritage of this transformative period. From historic textile mills to where steel is king to enduring mom-and-pop stores, Requiem for America conveys the essence of an era where community and industry were intricately woven together to create a unique and vibrant legacy.
a visual ballad in four acts
ACT III REVIVAL
In the aftermath of conflict, communities often find themselves in a state of disarray, grappling with loss, fear, and uncertainty. Yet, amid the war-torn rot of chaos, a remarkable resilience emerges. Well-meaning citizens, motivated by a shared desire for stability, renewal, to redefine their neighborhoods life purpose and create a new order.
REVIVAL, STANZA I - V
ARTIST STATEMENT
prologue
In the aftermath of conflict, communities often find themselves in a state of disarray, grappling with loss, fear, and uncertainty. Yet, amid the war-torn rot of chaos, a remarkable resilience emerges. Well-meaning citizens, motivated by a shared desire for stability, renewal, to redefine their neighborhoods life purpose and create a new order.
PIGMENT PRINTS
Details
Composed of one hundred-sixty-four pigment ink photographs, This visual ballad is presented across four acts of forty images, arranged in ten four-line stanzas following a ABCB rymithic pictorial theme. One photograph from each act was selected as a representative, serving as the hook or key visual introduction to that act.
This collection includes 24 x 36 inch archival pigment prints on Hahnemühle Baryta paper, available in a Limited Edition each priced at $1,250.00. All prints are signed, numbered, and dated by the artist on print verso. Additionally, custom-sized one-off prints, both larger and smaller, are available, as well as an Artist Four Print Edition. Please inquire for more details..
Prints are released in an edition of 5, plus one A/P master print held by the artist. (AP + Ed. 1/5 )
