Mark Mitchell: Burial
September 21 - October 20, 2013
Addressing ceremony and tribute, transformation and release, Mark Mitchell: Burial will present ensembles to clothe the dead. Buried in the earth, incinerated, or at the bottom of the sea, these vestments are intended to degrade readily, leaving nothing behind. Each was inspired by, and created for, the nine muse/models who will present the collection in a live performance on September 20. This will be followed by an exhibition of the ensembles September 21–October 20.
Mark Mitchell: Burial is organized by the Frye Art Museum and curated by Jo-Anne Birnie Danzker and Scott Lawrimore. The exhibition is funded by the Frye Foundation with the generous support of Frye Art Museum members and donors. Seasonal support is provided by 4Culture, Seattle Office of Arts & Culture, and ArtsFund.
Mark Mitchell. Burial Ensemble, Davora, 2013. Silk gauze, silk crepe, wool, wood. Photos: Kelly O
EXHIBITION PROGRAMS
September 20, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Mark Mitchell: Burial | Performance
September 20, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Exhibitions Opening Reception
Frye Salon, Joshua Kohl, Mark Mitchell: Burial
September 29, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Bold is Beautiful Preview Party with Mark Mitchell
Seattle Lesbian and Gay Film Festival
October 5, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Mark Mitchell: Burial
Gallery Talk with Mark Mitchell, artist