Catherine Forbes announces Debra Frieden as one of her favorite KiptonART artists.
Debra Frieden, Sabina Forbes II and James Kennedy are chosen as her top three artists from the KiptonART
artists. “Debra Friedens’ photos have impact. I’m especially partial to Torso 3.” Ms. Forbes last attended the exhibition An Irving Penn
Retrospective at The Forbes Galleries.
Frieden at Frieze Art Fair with The Brina Thurston Project: OPEN CALL
Brina Thurston, a NYC based artist culled together
a group of artists to be included in her project “The Brina Thurston Project: OPEN CALL. Open call exhibited artists at the Frieze Art Fair 2009, Regents Park, London England. Debras work of Elena Lev (right) was included in the exhibition. Thank you Brina - DF
September 2009
Frieden connects with Rasta!
Debra connects with Dr. Jake Homiak of the Smithsionian in pursuit of photographing and documenting Rastas and Rasta
elders. Dr. Homiak is the curator of “Discovering Rastafari!” currently exhibiting at the Smithsonian through 2010. Debra sought out his expertise to coordinate accurate documentation to marry with
the photographs for an accurate documentation of a people. The project began last winter of 2008 and will take many years to complete. Debra wants the body of work to be a dignified, elegant an
accurately documented of the Rasta peoples.
June 2009
Upcoming Exhibition at the Quinlan Arts Center
Debra is set to exhibit at the Quinlan Arts Center in her home state of Georgia, in August. “I am looking forward to
exhibiting at the Quinlan Arts Center. I feel grounded here in Georgia. The West Indies Rasta portraitures will be unveiled, and exhibited for the very first time, as well as photographs of
acrobatic gymnasts in unusual environments.
The show is titled “Chiaroscuro” after a 15th century technique of utilizing extreme contrasts of light and dark in paintings which was mastered by Caravaggio. Caravaggio is a strong influence in my darker work.”
June 2009
A Successful Season of Shooting - Spring Wraps!
Elena Lev photographs are in post production phase.
It has been a busy travel season for Debra. Florida, Nevada, San Juan Puerto Rico, and New York City have been on the
schedule for the first half of 2009. The later part of the year will be concentrated on post production work on the photographs and preparation for the competition & exhibitions season.
May 2009
Debra Frieden scheduled to photograph Russian born gymnast Elena Lev
Debra Frieden has spent the last two years carefully constructing a body of photographic works for exhibition and
publication. The photographs will focus on form & figurative work of highly skilled individuals. Performance artists.
Debra is utilizing unusually dynamic locations to create a more visually compelling environment for the subjects to be
photographed within.
Ms. Lev is a feature performer for Cirque Du Soleil has agreed to pose for Debra Frieden.
The photography session will take place May 2009 on location in Nevada.
April 2009
Debra Frieden Photographs Pilobolus Dancers
Debra Frieden photographs Pilobolus dancers at
White Oak Plantation, in Yulee, Florida. The location provided unusual, beautiful, natural environments. Pilobolus dancers brought their very distinctive and specialized modern dance choreography to life during the photography sessions; creating a beautiful mix of the art of dance, and the art of photography. Pilobolus was working on a new piece at the famous Baryshnikov Dance Studio on site, taking time out to work with Debra on creating photographic work.
Annie Leibovitz has also used White Oak Plantation and surrounding areas to photograph dancers, including her famous works of
Baryshnikov.
Debra has been developing a body of work of talented performance artists in unusual locations for visually compelling
photographs.The photographs are currently in the post production phase. Unveiling of the new work will be announced upon completion.
For more information about Pilobolus, please click here
For more information about White Oak Plantation click here
Spring 2009
Debra Frieden Photographs officially archived within the Library of Congress
Debra Frieden Photographs are now archived with the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. USA
December 2008 - January 2009
Winter Wrap up!
The New Year is the time to reflect, rejuvenate, and re-energize.
A secretive project is currently in the planning stages to commence in Spring. The project is planned for unveiling in 2010.
This winter season
flourishes with a hotbed of activities from grant writing, finishing the registration of copyrighting the newest works, and circulating photography portfolios through New York’s elite in the photographic arts community. Debra has been completely committed to her passion and her work.
A new book of work is currently in the design stages. Originally scheduled for a late 2008 date, the book has been pushed out for the
early half of 2009 due to the hectic pace of her schedule. Look for exciting new developments in 2009.
November 2008
The Atlantan Magazine Proclaims “Anna Skillman Selects” at APG Top 10 Must See Events
On the list? Coldplay, Madonna, Usher, B.B. King, The Emperors Pavilion at the High Museum of Art and lucky number 7 The Anna
Skillman Selects Exhibit at APG which includes the Frieden photograph. (right)
Now showing! Debra Frieden photograph at the “Anna Skillman Selects” Exhibit - APG
Announcing Anna Skillman, owner of Jackon Fine Art, Atlanta, GA selects Debra Frieden photograph to be included into the APG Exhibition in
Atlanta Georgia.
Anna Skillman, owner of Jackson Fine Art, Atlanta, GA, specializes in the finest 20th Century and contemporary photographers. Ms. Skillman’s
gallery represents masters of photography including Henri-Cartier Bresson, Harry Callahan, Irving Penn and other incredible photographers.
I am truly grateful for your continued support. - DF
October 21, 2008
New “Debra Frieden Photography Blog” launched - opens up discussions with others.
It’s official! The new, “Debra Frieden Photography Blog” opens up a broader, all things photography forum.
Post your own comments to posts, email important happenings, interesting news, photographs which excite you for posting considerations! I want to hear what is hot now in photography today.
provide a resource for students who want to study photography master works
and other topics as they arise.
October 21, 2008
Cannes France - The 2009 Sony World Photography Awards (WPA)
Sony competition received three photographs from Debra Friedens’ new body of works to compete for the top prize. The awards gala is held
in the Palais des festivals in Cannes, France April 2009.
LACDA “Snap to Grid” Exhibition includes Debra Frieden Photograph
A Debra Frieden photograph will be on exhibit at the Un-Juried Competition:
“Snap to Grid” Exhibit during the downtown L.A. Art Walk beginning October 9, 2008. The event is frequented by celebrities, curators, collectors, artists and critics.
The Exhibition will be located at the Los Angeles Center for Digital Arts (LACDA), opening reception October 9, 2008 beginning at
7pm.
September 2008 Los Angeles USA
Astounding 9 wins in Pilsner Urquell International Photography Awards 2008.
Debra Frieden wins titles in 9 separate categories. IPA received 22,000 submissions from 124 countries worldwide.
Debra Frieden wins for following categories:
Advertising 1 - Self Promotion
Advertising 2 - Other
Advertising 3 - Beauty
Advertising 4 - Fashion
Architecture
Fine Art - Abstract
People - Portrait 1
People - Portrait 2
Special category
click here to read full announcement
September 2008
American Photo Magazine Competition 2008 Why enter?
“Untitled” photograph to go up against the the famous?
It’s an interesting question not just for me, but other fellow photographers. Why enter? When previous winners are photographers with rich budgets for set design, makeup artists, locations, rented studios, travel expenses and celebrity personalities to spill out on their palettes ready to deliver masterworks. It takes courage to compete against such odds. They have paved their way, skinned their own knees and had their challenges climbing the same mountains at one point, but it is a genuine point of interest. Can other photographers rise above the monumental advantages of professional commercial photographers and compete on a level playing field? Dare we think a lesser known photographer with minimal resources can step out of the shadows of giants win? I actually get giggly when I think none of them really need the equipment offered as top prizes. It pales to their Mamiya’s, and Hassleblad’s. I only can hope they donate it to a well deserving photog assistant who is probably subsisting on ramen noodles because mac and cheese is too expensive. Competitions keep me focused in on my personal best. Therefore, important. American Photo Magazine holds one of the most deliciously rich competitions attracting the greatest photographers worldwide. Annie Leibovitz and Martin
Schoeller took top prizes last year. This is whom I am going to be discarded under the table for, but I will gladly take my place in line.
I love it all! I can’t stand on the sidelines and let them have all the fun! And neither should you! Deadline is mid September 2008.
“On the Edge” Exhibition
considered a gem of a show by Art Papers Magazine Editor At Large.
Dr. Jerry Cullum, PhD, proclaims “On The Edge” show one of “two gems on exhibit this summer.” Atlanta Journal
and Constitution - AccessAtlanta page 25 August 14, 2008.
Debra Frieden’s mixed media piece Untitled 01 is a part of this exhibition.
Mr. Jerry Cullum is the Editor at Large of ART PAPERS Magazine since 1997; previously, Associate Editor since 1984. An art critic
for the Atlanta Journal and Constitution since 1988, he regularly contributes to ARTnews & Art in America, and is called upon as a freelance critic for other publications, including Sculpture, since
1989.
August 2008
American Photographer’s List has chosen Debra Frieden as their featured exhibiting american photographer for August
2008. Highlighting photograph “Thomas - Rock Star”. http://www.aphotolist.org/
2008
Debra Friedens enters Pilsner Urquell IPA Awards for a chance to win
the coveted “Lucie.”Visionary Hossein Farmani offers photographers the opportunity to win the equivalent of the Academy Awards for Photography! Debra Frieden entered photographs
to the 2008 Competition International Photo Awards (IPA), which offers the coveted “Lucie.”
The competition calls for Professional Photographers, and Amateur categories. Each with an opportunity to be hand plucked for their best work and recognized by the who’s who of art & commerce in photography. Farmani, has successfully claimed the brilliant torch to promote, enrich and enhance the photographic arts and artists worldwide.
July 2008 Worldwide
Frieden International. Website being translated for global launch.The
appreciation of art unites us globally. Art translates beyond language barriers speaks to our heart & minds.
Debra Frieden understands that for her work to be shared on a global platform, it must adapt, change and embrace other languages and cultures to do so. Look for Debra Frieden’s website translations by 2009 in French, Spanish, German, & Chinese 2009. Frieden will expand thereafter, to encompass other art cultures and communities.
July 2008 California US
“The Best of Photography” Frieden photograph Clinches Win. Canon & Serbin Communications, publisher of Photographer’s Forum Magazine announces winners of the “The Best of Photography” Annual International Competition. Frieden photograph wins a title position. The photograph will be published in the “Best of Photography 2008” hardcover book.
July 2008 Paris France
Px3 Prix De La Photographie Paris Announces Debra Frieden photography win in competition.
Debra’s photograph of Nahesi Crawford selected!
Jurors of the Px3 use the following criteria to select winning photographs:
originality, creativity, excellence of execution, and overall impact.
Impressive Jury Panel includes:
Carol Johnson Curator of Photography Library of Congress Washington, D.C.
D.C.Viviene Esders Expert près la Cour d'Appel de Paris
Paris
Kenan Aktulun VP/Creative Director Digitas New York
 Natalie Belayche Director Visual Delight Paris
Chiara Mariani Photo Editor Corriere della Sera Italy
Mark Heflin Director American Illustration + American Photography New York
Arnaud Adida Director Acte 2 Gallery, Acte 2 Agency Paris
Bernard Utudjian Director Galerie Polaris Paris
Agnès Voltz Director Chambre avec Vues Paris
Alice Gabriner World Picture Editor Time Magazine Worldwide
Sara Rumens Lifestyle Photo Editor Grazia Magazine London
Françoise Paviot Director Galerie Françoise Paviot Paris
Chrisitine Ollier Art Director Filles du Calvaire Paris
Natalie Johnson Features Editor Digital Photographer Magazine London
Patrick Kahn Editor/Creative Director The Book LA
Los Angeles 07/09/08
June 15, 2008 Atlanta US
Alan Avery AGA President & Gallery Owner of Alan Avery Art Company, chooses Debra Frieden artwork for
“On The Edge” Show
Debra Frieden’s mixed media piece titled: 01 was chosen by Juror, Mr. Alan Avery, for the upcoming “On the Edge” Exhibition,
August 2008.
Mr. Avery represents some of the most highly valued and respected contemporary artists of the 20th century, including but not
limited to:
Andy Warhol
Robert Rauschenberg
Chuck Close
Roy Lichtenstein
David Hockney, among others;
Please find more information about the Alan Avery Art Company, or Atlanta Photography Group below:
Details:
Opening Friday, July 11, 2008. Time: 7:30pm Location: Atlanta Photograph Group, TULA ART CENTER, 75 Bennett Street, Atlanta GA 30309. Tele: 404-605-0605
Mr. Alan Avery will be giving a juror talk, Saturday, August 16, 2008 at 10:00am
Details:
Opening is this Friday, February 29, 2008. Location: Atlanta Photograph Group, TULA ART CENTER, 75 Bennett Street, Atlanta GA 30309. Tele: 404-605-0605
February 27, 2008
HEADS UP! ARTREVIEW takes notice!
ArtReview.com features Debra Frieden’s work in their “10 new intriguing and impactful artworks...” 02/27/08
“Every day we select 10 new intriguing and impactful artworks by members of artreview.com for the slideshow above. To see more
featured artworks...” ArtReview -www.artreview.com
ArtReview highlighted titled work: “In the Spirit of Living” #9/10 in gallery slideshow view enlarged image here
February 2008 NY NY
kiptonART says "YES!" to Debra
THRILLED TO ANNOUNCE KIPTONART NYC recently said, “Yes!” to promoting Debra Frieden as an important emerging artist. Kipton Cronkite has his hand on
the art pulse, for the avid collector & art investor. He sits on the Acquisitions Committee for the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York, amongst other prominent Boards. His opinion
is valued as a visionary in the art scene of today 02/08.
Based in NYC, and the brainchild of Kipton Cronkite, KiptonART specifically specializes in identifying emerging artists which will be
considered valuable investment art, for the long term collector.
A few past exhibitions and events include Van Cleef & Arpels, Soho House, W Hotels, and the ChelseaArt Museum. In February 2008, KiptonART
will be co-hosting a photography exhibition with Diesel at the Diesel Denim Gallery in Soho, New York.
