A Retrospective of the photography of Jens Lichtenberger
Curatored by Lisa Sharkey
in collaboration with Lea Kannar-Lichtenberger
Tomorrowland 2015,
Jens Lichtenberger
Archival print, size varies
GAFFA Gallery
Level 1
281 Clarence St Sydney
Gallery Hours
Mon - Fri 10am to 6pm
Sat 11am to 5pm
October 24 to November 4
2019
Exhibition Opening and Book Launch
Saturday 26th of November
2 to 4 pm
Commemorating Jens passing, readings from the book will be done by his wife Lea,
Tuesday 29th of October from noon to 2pm
ANZAC Bridge Sunset 2013, Jens Lichtenberger
Archival print, size varies
Emergence 2008, Jens Lichtenberger
Archival print, size varies
Opening words by
Lisa Sharkey
Jens Lichtenberger was a much-loved raconteur and revered retired Barrister. He dwelt in the spoken and written word and enjoyed photography in all its forms.
He had a great eye, especially for juxtapositions, represented well in his street photography. I am told that he often approached people on the street and before they knew it, he had charmed a photograph of them.
Jens loved his friends, and over fine wine and dining, he captured beautiful portraits that distil the inner voice of his subjects.
His observations of landscapes, especially these large works are transporting and skilful.
It was difficult to edit Jens’ extensive body of work, to whittle it down to the works on these walls as there were so many good ones to choose from.
I hope that you will consider including one or more of Jens’ editioned photographs in your art collection, to enjoy his inimitable style.
I would like to thank Lea for this opportunity to curate Jens’ exhibition and for her commitment and long hours spent to honour Jens in this way.
For help with the installation of these works I thank Lea & Kaarina, Nadia, Zoe and Felix and Huon and to thank the staff of Gaffa especially Jenifer.
I also acknowledge the printers:
Ben Ali Ong of Rewind
Peter Solness – who printed the large B/W prints
And Sandy Barnard of Sandy Prints
Thank you all.
Lisa Sharkey