Panopti(con) Opens At Bank To Great Reception

March 30, 2008

For those of you who missed the March 19th opening of Panopti(con) at Bank, here are some pictures of the opening.

Panopti(con), a group exhibition curated by Los Angeles based artist Martin Durazo. This exhibition presents the work of 17 artists working in painting, photography, drawing, sculpture and video that engage in theories centered around power structures. Panoticon, from the Greek words for "all" and "sight," refers to the ingenious late 18th and early 19th century architectural construction British philosopher Jeremy Bentham devised that became the ultimate surveillance machine (and ideal prison). Designed as a large circular building with a watch tower in the center, the Panopticon allowed the observer to observe at all times without being seen, creating the most invisible omniscient authority.

Since its inception in 2003, Bank has developed a distinctive curatorial platform
showcasing emerging and mid career artists working in all media. Located in downtown Los Angeles,
the gallery exhibits both national and international artists striving to make a significant contribution
to contemporary art.


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