EMMALEE RATHSAM Studio Grand Opening + 366 Photographs

February 12, 2025 in Exhibitions

Join me on March 7, 2025 for the Grand Opening of my photography studio located in Downtown Kansas City on the 2nd floor of the Zhou B Art Center. For 13 years, Lawrence, Kansas was the home of my photography studio. Excited to now call Kansas City home!

The opening reception for 366 PHOTOGRAPHS, a daily photography project, will be held on March 7, 2025 from 5:00pm-8:00pm.

On New Years Day, I filled my camera with images of New York City and decided I would embark on a journey of self-discovery by creating an image each day.

At the beginning of the year, I simply photographed something that brought me joy or something that documented the day. Over time my collection of daily images has expanded to include images of insects, flowers, and travel.

Discipline and a never ending search for inspiration are the two intentions that form the foundation of this project.

Please RSVP here.

Homage to the Hand | New Exhibition at Kansas City's Zhou B Art Center

February 12, 2025 in Exhibitions

Two of my fine art photographs, Detached and Marionette, will be included in the Zhou B Art Center’s newest exhibition, Homage to the Hand. Join me on Thursday, February 20th from 6:00-9:00pm for Opening Night!

Homage to the Hand is an exhibition that delves into the intimate relationship between creators and their materials. This show celebrates the act of creation as both a physical and conceptual journey, highlighting the evidence of artistic process—layers, erasures, repetitions, and intuitions that shape a finished piece.

Mark making transcends the boundaries of medium. Each mark is a record of time, motion, and emotion, capturing fleeting decisions, unexpected accidents, and the rhythm of labor. Homage to the Hand highlights Kansas City artists who embrace the tactile nature of their practice, offering viewers an intimate glimpse into their creative processes.

The selected artists span a range of disciplines, each demonstrating a unique connection to their materials. Through their work, they reveal the labor, precision, and spontaneity embedded in mark-making, honoring the history and tradition of craft while pushing its boundaries in contemporary contexts. This exhibition emphasizes the irreplaceable presence of the human hand in an era increasingly dominated by digital processes and mechanized production. It stands as a tribute to the intimate relationship between artist and material, reminding us that every mark, whether intentional or accidental, is a reflection of the artist’s presence, experience, and vision.

8x8 Juried Exhibition | The Lawrence Arts Gallery | November 8th

October 31, 2024 in Exhibitions

One of my newest fine art prints, a self-portrait with an artificial intelligence theme, titled ‘Eva’, was accepted in the 8x8 Juried Exhibition. The opening reception and awards presentation will begin at 5:00pm at The Lawrence Arts Center on Friday, November 8, 2024.

The Lawrence Arts Center invited artists to submit artwork that is 8 inches by 8 inches. This call for entries encouraged both established and emerging artists to submit. Submissions were open to any medium and subject matter in the stated size perimeter. The guest juror is the incomparable vanessa german!

Each artwork is one of a kind and was submitted by artists from around the country. The Lawrence Arts Center is incredibly excited to debut this collaborative and expansive exhibition with the public.

lawrenceartscenter.org/event/8-x-8-juried-exhibition/

Final Friday Show | Paris and Rome Fine Art Photography

September 20, 2024 in Exhibitions

Join me for Final Fridays with Unmistakably Lawrence on Friday 8/30/24 from 5-8pm! Framed prints from my Paris and Rome Collections will be on display and available for purchase. Come say hi and enjoy a glass of wine with me!