MIKHAIL BARYSHNIKOV – DANCING AWAY
2015-01-19Dancing Away celebrates Baryshnikov as photographer; a
medium that the artist explored for two decades before
turning his lens to the dance world. As a photographer,
Baryshnikov is in the unique position of ‘insider and
outsider’ simultaneously. Whilst he may step out of his
role as dancer, his intuitive “dancer’s eye” allows him to
view every performance from a unique perspective. Each
photograph captures a magical moment that has inspired
Baryshnikov. “I take thousands of images, and it takes me
a long, long time to select. My eye catches it and my heart
stops. This is exactly what I want”, explains Baryshnikov, demonstrating that his artistry involves being both photographer and connoisseur.
Opposite – Untitled #17, 2010
Exhibition runs through till January 31st, 2015
Contini Art UK
105 New Bond Street
London
W1S 1DN
