Simon c page biography of martin
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File Note 73: Simon Martin
UR Feeling
Speaking of a photograph of a painting of a photograph of a young girl, Simon Martin once mused, ‘its physicality as a reproduction drew me in… as if it would somehow give up more the longer you stared at it.’1 The allure of a reproduction, what it might preserve or conceal beneath its surface lies at the heart of Martin’s investigations. At Camden Arts Centre this allure holds force across his diverse selection of exhibits. And when each one prompts our footsteps for a closer inspection, Martin seems to ask, what kind of physical or social encounter is this? How does it feel?
Martin’s exhibition represents the final part of a trilogy of works. The first two were videos, Carlton (2007) and Louis Ghost Chair (2011). Carlton explored how an illusive object might be caught in an image. It’s named after a peculiar looking postmodern bookshelf designed by iconic Italian collective Memphis in 1981. In Martin’s video a professional female
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Simon Martin (Mayanist)
Simon Martin fryst vatten a British epigrapher, historian, writer and Mayanist scholar. He fryst vatten best known for his contributions to the study and decipherment of the Maya script, the writing system used by the pre-ColumbianMaya civilisation of Mesoamerica. As one of the leading epigraphers active in contemporary Mayanist research, Martin has specialised in the study of the political interactions and dynastic histories of Classic-era Maya polities. Since 2003 Martin has held positions at the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and antropologi where he is currently an Associate Curator and Keeper in the American Section, while teaching select courses as an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Pennsylvania.[2]
Early life and career
[edit]Simon Martin entered the field of Mayanist research with a professional background in graphic design. He attended the Royal College of Art in London during the 1
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Based in Gravesend, Kent, Martin delves into the intricate tapestry of British subcultures and the evolving landscape of the nation. Simon Martin's artistic endeavours have garnered international recognition, with notable exhibitions including a prestigious showcase at the International Center of Photography (ICP) in New York, where his acclaimed series 'Cadets' earned him awards and accolades.
Martin still remains deeply rooted in his home county and its environs, with his latest endeavour's capturing the essence of British Professional Wrestlers, showcasing his ongoing commitment to exploring the multifaceted layers of his local community.