In my October 10th post, told you that Alexandra and I had submitted 3 photos each to the Bermuda Society of Arts Fall Members’ Show (October 13 – October 31). Here’s what happened.
Two of my photos, Rolled Leaf and Fireworks sold on the opening night for $150. each. This is the first time I have ever shown my work and the very first time I have ever sold a work of any description. Don’t know what to say! Alexandra’s photos were not for sale.
A review of the show by Andrew Trimmingham appeared in the October 20th Mid-Ocean News (unfortunately not on their online edition). Here are some excerpts: “The Froncioni family, perhaps with time freed up by Joseph’s retirement as chairman of the Road Safety Council, has burst forth as photographers of notable talent. Burst forth is exactly what Joseph Froncioni does with his first work, Fireworks, a digital print of a fireworks display. If anything could enhance the spectacle of a fireworks display, this photograph does it.” “Joseph Froncioni’s Portrait of Alexandra and two photographs by Alexandra all stand out in the crowd. I was particularly fascinated by Alexandra's photograph Shadows – cast by two walkers on a shingle beach. The texture of the shingle changes perceptibly in the photograph from the light to the shade and produces an unexpectedly interesting contrast that is well composed and in a well balanced colour scheme. Equally well coloured, if somewhat less satisfyingly composed is Blurman.” Mr. Trimmingham can be a really tough critic so Alex and I are quite pleased with the review.
And this from a review by Charles Zuill that appeared in the October 31st edition of The Royal Gazette: "Included in the group of new artists are two who are well known in the community, but for reasons other than their artistic endeavours. One such participant is MP Dale Butler who is exhibiting two photographs that appear to be the result of travels in the Far East.....Dr. Froncioni is also exhibiting photographs. I especially noted the sensitive choice of frame for his Portrait of Alexandra. By sensitive, I mean that the choice of frame and mat tied in beautifully with the photograph itself. They work together in beautiful harmony. The portrait is notable in that the most prominent features are the eyes. Much of the face and head are hidden by a hat and other appendages. Interestingly there are also three photographs by Dr. Froncioni's daughter, Alexandra Froncioni, so we have not only a portrait of her but a selection of works by her."
Finally, The Bermuda Society of Arts has asked me to donate Portrait of Alexandra to its permanent portrait collection. I was blown away…and of course I said yes. I think I’m going to quit my day job! Not.
Joseph Froncioni
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