Jason Lazarus
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About
Chicago-based artist Jason Lazarus continues to develop his practice in new directions. Known primarily for his photographic works, Lazarus has expanded his artistic scope in recent years, conflating the role of the artist with that of collector, archivist, and curator. Above all, Lazarus is a sign-maker—sometimes literally, sometimes metaphorically—whose works simultaneously direct attention inward toward the personal and outward toward the historical.
The exhibition is organized around three key components: Untitled
The BMO Harris Bank Chicago Works exhibition series showcases the best new work being made in Chicago, regardless of the status of the artist’s career—whether emerging or established, mid-career or undergoing reinvention. This exhibition is organized by Steven L. Bridges, Curatorial Assistant at the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago.
Special thanks to Anthony Zediker and the DePaul School of Music for their participation in and support of the project Untitled (2013)}, as well as to the Teen Creative Agency at the MCA Chicago for their help in coordinating the Phase I/Live Archive (2011–present) sign-making workshop (Apr 21, 2–5 pm, in the Education Center Lobby on the 1st floor).
Schedule
Untitled(2013) Practice Sessions
TUESDAYS
2–3 pm, 6:30–8 pm
THURSDAYS
2–3 pm
SATURDAYS
1–4 pm
SUNDAYS
1–4 pm
NOTE: Practice sessions will not take place May 11, 18, and 28.
Installation Images
Installation view, BMO Harris Bank Chicago Works: Jason Lazarus, MCA Chicago, Mar 19–Jun 18, 2013
Photo: Nathan Keay, © MCA ChicagoInstallation view, BMO Harris Bank Chicago Works: Jason Lazarus, MCA Chicago, Mar 19–Jun 18, 2013
Photo: Nathan Keay, © MCA ChicagoInstallation view, BMO Harris Bank Chicago Works: Jason Lazarus, MCA Chicago, Mar 19–Jun 18, 2013
Photo: Nathan Keay, © MCA ChicagoInstallation view, BMO Harris Bank Chicago Works: Jason Lazarus, MCA Chicago, Mar 19–Jun 18, 2013
Photo: Nathan Keay, © MCA ChicagoInstallation view, BMO Harris Bank Chicago Works: Jason Lazarus, MCA Chicago, Mar 19–Jun 18, 2013
Photo: Nathan Keay, © MCA ChicagoInstallation view, BMO Harris Bank Chicago Works: Jason Lazarus, MCA Chicago, Mar 19–Jun 18, 2013
Photo: Nathan Keay, © MCA ChicagoInstallation view, BMO Harris Bank Chicago Works: Jason Lazarus, MCA Chicago, Mar 19–Jun 18, 2013
Photo: Nathan Keay, © MCA ChicagoInstallation view, BMO Harris Bank Chicago Works: Jason Lazarus, MCA Chicago, Mar 19–Jun 18, 2013
Photo: Nathan Keay, © MCA ChicagoInstallation view, BMO Harris Bank Chicago Works: Jason Lazarus, MCA Chicago, Mar 19–Jun 18, 2013
Photo: Nathan Keay, © MCA ChicagoInstallation view, BMO Harris Bank Chicago Works: Jason Lazarus, MCA Chicago, Mar 19–Jun 18, 2013
Photo: Nathan Keay, © MCA ChicagoInstallation view, BMO Harris Bank Chicago Works: Jason Lazarus, MCA Chicago, Mar 19–Jun 18, 2013
Photo: Nathan Keay, © MCA ChicagoInstallation view, BMO Harris Bank Chicago Works: Jason Lazarus, MCA Chicago, Mar 19–Jun 18, 2013
Photo: Nathan Keay, © MCA ChicagoInstallation view, BMO Harris Bank Chicago Works: Jason Lazarus, MCA Chicago, Mar 19–Jun 18, 2013
Photo: Nathan Keay, © MCA ChicagoInstallation view, BMO Harris Bank Chicago Works: Jason Lazarus, MCA Chicago, Mar 19–Jun 18, 2013
Photo: Nathan Keay, © MCA ChicagoInstallation view, BMO Harris Bank Chicago Works: Jason Lazarus, MCA Chicago, Mar 19–Jun 18, 2013
Photo: Nathan Keay, © MCA ChicagoGallery Text
Funding
Sponsored by BMO Harris Bank
Support for the BMO Chicago Works: Jason Lazarus booklet is provided in part by ANDREW RAFACZ.
MCA Chicago is a proud member of Museums in the Park and receives major support from the Chicago Park District.
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