Canon presents new photographic exhibit by Andrew Günsberg

365 - A year of Self-portraits by Andrew Günsberg

Pushing the boundaries of creativity and documenting a year in his life was the driving force behind ‘365’; a photographic exhibition of 365 self portraits by multi-media personality Andrew Günsberg, to be held 15 to 25 September at Sydney’s premiere art/music space - Mart Gallery.

The exhibition, supported by Canon Australia, is a momentary glimpse into each day of Andrew’s life during the past year. It’s an intriguing journey for the viewer, taking us places with Andrew such as Israel, Spain, the US, Australia and the Caribbean. There is a sense of voyeuristic pleasure in being a part of someone’s world, who is literally living in the moment. What’s more there’s a genuine warmth that comes from the subject, captured by the subject, which leaves you looking forward to a peak at what he gets up to tomorrow.

“Everywhere I went for a year, I travelled with a large camera bag, a Canon EOS 5D Mark II digital SLR camera, two light stands, and a tripod – in an effort to creatively document a year in my life. I had no idea when I began the project what kind of year it would be for me, though it turned out to be a fairly monumental one both career-wise and personally. Lucky I shot it!” said Andrew Günsberg.

“Canon Australia is delighted to support '365’ by Andrew Günsberg. The exhibition illustrates Andrew’s real passion for photography and how you can grow through the range of Canon’s EOS SLR cameras to take your photography to the next level,” said Chris Macleod, Brand Manager – Canon EOS, Canon Australia.

“‘365’ is an exhibition for those who want to be inspired and those who are looking to explore the creative possibilities that digital SLR photography has to offer,” said Chris.

“When Andrew started photography I always knew he’d be good. Having worked with him for many years, I knew he had a good eye and was a relentless perfectionist. He became so good at photography I even hired him to shoot two of the bands I manage! He’s the perfect mix of someone who’s creative and works in the music industry, as well as being the biggest music geek I know!” said Mel Nahas of Mart Gallery.

For those who can’t get to the exhibition, selected one-of-a-kind Polaroids from the series will be put up for auction online. For more details, head to andrewgunsberg.com. A percentage of proceeds will proudly support Lifeline.

‘365’

Wednesday 15 – Saturday 25, September 2010
Mart Gallery
156 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills
http://martgallery.tumblr.com/

INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITIES:

·         Andrew Günsberg

·         Chris Macleod, Brand Manager – Canon EOS, Canon Australia

·         Mel Nahas – Mart Galler