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June 14, 2013 by Sheila Pursglove
The Art Institute of Chicago exhibit “Abelardo Morell: The Universe Next Door,” that opened June 1, features 110 photographic works framed with Tru Vue Optium Acrylic Glazing from Tru Vue Inc., Countryside, Ill., a member of the Professional Picture Framers Association (PPFA).
The exhibit is the first retrospective of Morell’s photographs in 15 years. Showing a range of works and series made from 1986 to the present, it includes many of his famous “Camera Obscuras” and of his newer color photographs never before exhibited.
“Tru Vue provided all the glazing for the entire exhibition,” says Elizabeth Siegel, associate curator of photography at the institute. “This museum-quality, non-reflective glazing is ideally suited to Morell’s work. Made with a large-format camera that allows a great range of detail, Morell’s images are carefully printed, with rich blacks and subtle tones. Optium allows us to present this work free of any distracting reflection or glare, greatly enhancing the viewing experience for the thousands of viewers we are expecting this summer.”
Siegel adds, “One can’t speak enough of the importance of carefully selected framing and glazing materials. First, they protect the work — from touch and, in the case of UV acrylic, UV exposure. Second, it is an integral component of display within an exhibition.”
Gemini Moulding supplied the Tru Vue Optium Acrylic Glazing.
“It’s been exciting to be a part of the Morell exhibit from the earliest stages,” says Gemini Moulding vice president, Don Berg. “Once we had the dimensions for the pieces, we ran multiple calculations to maximize the yield from each Optium sheet. Rather than relying on a traditional CNC router, which requires a wider margin, we cut them by hand to optimize the material for a custom fit.”
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The Art Institute of Chicago exhibit “Abelardo Morell: The Universe Next Door,” that opened June 1, features 110 photographic works framed with Tru Vue Optium Acrylic Glazing from Tru Vue Inc., Countryside, Ill., a member of the Professional Picture Framers Association (PPFA).
The exhibit is the first retrospective of Morell’s photographs in 15 years. Showing a range of works and series made from 1986 to the present, it includes many of his famous “Camera Obscuras” and of his newer color photographs never before exhibited.
“Tru Vue provided all the glazing for the entire exhibition,” says Elizabeth Siegel, associate curator of photography at the institute. “This museum-quality, non-reflective glazing is ideally suited to Morell’s work. Made with a large-format camera that allows a great range of detail, Morell’s images are carefully printed, with rich blacks and subtle tones. Optium allows us to present this work free of any distracting reflection or glare, greatly enhancing the viewing experience for the thousands of viewers we are expecting this summer.”
Siegel adds, “One can’t speak enough of the importance of carefully selected framing and glazing materials. First, they protect the work — from touch and, in the case of UV acrylic, UV exposure. Second, it is an integral component of display within an exhibition.”
Gemini Moulding supplied the Tru Vue Optium Acrylic Glazing.
“It’s been exciting to be a part of the Morell exhibit from the earliest stages,” says Gemini Moulding vice president, Don Berg. “Once we had the dimensions for the pieces, we ran multiple calculations to maximize the yield from each Optium sheet. Rather than relying on a traditional CNC router, which requires a wider margin, we cut them by hand to optimize the material for a custom fit.”
CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE FULL PRESS RELEASE...