I went to the “Remembering 9/11” photography exhibit at the International Center of Photography. The exhibit depicts the aftermath of the World Trade Center attacks. Unlike most exhibits I have seen, this one was heavily influenced by the artist rather than just the curator. Reading the artist’s message along with the curator’s message helped me understand photographer Francesc Torres’ point of view more clearly. She shared that her apartment was only a few hundred yards away from the towers and described the buildings, remains, and people as “literally vanished”. This harsh, truthful statement displayed how the artist was emotionally connected to the photographs and made the exhibit more personal and moving. I found it interesting that she described the composites of the building “heavy but fragile”. This description not only showed how delicate the composites were but also related to the woe and sorrow that filled the room. This exhibit displayed a heavy, life-changing event that was hard to reface. Although the photographs may overwhelm the viewers with several emotions, it was important to spend time appreciating them and reflecting on the past and how it still affects us.
Exhibit open until Jan 8, 2011
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