Anna Tomczak

For many years I have collected iconic treasures, some are derived from old
manuscripts, and others are from searching through antique markets or collections.
Each one of these figures holds a different meaning, symbolic reference or spiritual
influence for both myself as the artist and the viewer/interpreter. Frieda Kalo’s
beautiful yet tormented life came forth in the form of a partially connected puzzle
for me in one of my photographs. Other visual interpretations represent the
ongoing struggle and quality of a life, an ego, a spirit, a dance, a masterpiece lent
by someone powerful enough to make a lasting impression on our lives.
The Polaroid large format (20 x 24) transfer process lends a tactile quality to
the photo imagery, and a one of a kind work on paper. Through the transfer process,
dyes from the negative are infused into Arches or Fabriano paper.