MirrorMirror (on the wall) Alexander Montague-Sparey 6lf56

With the curation "MirrorMirror (on the wall)," I was interested in examining the figurative within the media of photography, works on paper, painting, and sculpture. As an expert in photography and contemporary art, and as an artist working with performance and moving images, I am deeply motivated by concepts related to intimacy and how art can be used as a vehicle for healing and as a catalyst for the unveiling of our multiple identities. I am particularly guided by the potential of art to be a politicized space, capable of giving voice to minority groups; to allow us to share our experience as an act of generosity and empowerment.

In an increasingly visual and homogenous world, I am always drawn to artists who seek to move away from visual narratives that are too preoccupied with the mainstream.

I believe that artists have the ability to offer their audience a mirror that can allow the viewer to see a part of themselves that they may not have known existed, so that a journey of self-discovery and self-acceptance can begin.

Captivating figurative art has the ability to take us on a journey to explore both the known and lesser-known facets of the human experience.