VOOM's Gallery HD Premieres Two New Original Series
APERTURE To Feature Celebrities Rosario Dawson, Drea DeMatteo, Ally Sheedy and Others Interviewing Notable Photographers
DEAD ART To Follow Host Dee Snider on an Exploration of the Mystery, Beauty and Art Behind the World's Famous Cemeteries
New York, NY - August 15, 2007 - VOOM's GALLERY HD, the only high-definition channel devoted to the visual arts, announced today the premiere of two new original series: APERTURE, the network's first original series dedicated to photography, which premieres August 21; and DEAD ART, a series that explores the mystery and beauty of cemeteries, premiering August 29. GALLERY HD is one of the fifteen VOOM HD Networks, the largest and most diverse suite of high-definition channels nationwide, and features such visually captivating programs as ARTSTAR, ART LAND and WHAT THE WINDOW WASHER SAW, which offers a unique perspective on some of the world's most iconic skyscrapers.
"With the help of the celebrity hosts, APERTURE brings viewers into the world of some of the most sought-after photographers working today, providing a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse of what it takes to get a timeless shot, while DEAD ART uncovers the often overlooked art and beauty among cemeteries from around the world. We're thrilled to begin the unique exploration into the art of photography and the afterlife on Gallery HD," said Tamar Hacker, Director of Programming and Executive Producer for VOOM's Gallery HD. "These two new series contribute to our growing library of original quality high definition content. True HD allows viewers to experience visual art in astonishing depth and detail, and truly enhance the viewing experience."
A description of both original series follows:
APERTURE To Feature Celebrities Rosario Dawson, Drea DeMatteo, Ally Sheedy and Others Interviewing Notable Photographers
DEAD ART To Follow Host Dee Snider on an Exploration of the Mystery, Beauty and Art Behind the World's Famous Cemeteries
New York, NY - August 15, 2007 - VOOM's GALLERY HD, the only high-definition channel devoted to the visual arts, announced today the premiere of two new original series: APERTURE, the network's first original series dedicated to photography, which premieres August 21; and DEAD ART, a series that explores the mystery and beauty of cemeteries, premiering August 29. GALLERY HD is one of the fifteen VOOM HD Networks, the largest and most diverse suite of high-definition channels nationwide, and features such visually captivating programs as ARTSTAR, ART LAND and WHAT THE WINDOW WASHER SAW, which offers a unique perspective on some of the world's most iconic skyscrapers.
"With the help of the celebrity hosts, APERTURE brings viewers into the world of some of the most sought-after photographers working today, providing a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse of what it takes to get a timeless shot, while DEAD ART uncovers the often overlooked art and beauty among cemeteries from around the world. We're thrilled to begin the unique exploration into the art of photography and the afterlife on Gallery HD," said Tamar Hacker, Director of Programming and Executive Producer for VOOM's Gallery HD. "These two new series contribute to our growing library of original quality high definition content. True HD allows viewers to experience visual art in astonishing depth and detail, and truly enhance the viewing experience."
A description of both original series follows:
- APERTURE explores the great living masters in the field and features a notable celebrity paired with a photographer as they experience the magnificent art first-hand. The six, half-hour episodes feature images that are vivid and wonderfully composed, providing an ideal way to appreciate fine photography and enjoy the engaging dialogue of two artists who admire each other's work. Over the course of the series, Aperture pairs celebrities with acclaimed photographers, such as actress Rosario Dawson with photographer Catherine Chalmers. Dawson interviews Chalmers about her a hands-on approach to her subjects, which include reptiles, insects and their surroundings.
Future episodes include a tour through Donna Ferrato's studio with actress Ally Sheedy as they delve into why Ferrato is always taking a provocative look into intimacy and how she manages to translate it all through the lens of a camera; conceptual visual artist, Justin Guariglia with Lou Reed and Tony Visconti at Guariglia's print studio in New York City, where they explore the themes of universal energy, ritual, spirituality, and Eastern philosophies, through video and still photography; David Byrne interviewing photographer Vik Muniz about his work, family and his passion for creating images from things such as chocolate, sand, dust or pigment; and Drea de Matteo with photographer/filmmaker Laurie Simmons discussing Simmons' work with suburban themes, and the darker side of that world as portrayed on The Sopranos. - In DEAD ART, the architecture is spectacular, the views to die for, and the roster of residents exceptional, but this is no trendy city neighborhood or upscale co-op building. Instead, Gallery HD brings viewers to a strange, yet beautiful gated community - one that requires a death certificate from all residents. Despite its creepiness and mystery, the cemetery is a fascinating place to uncover incredible art, surprising architectural finds, and a rich and varied history. Hosted by Twisted Sister frontman Dee Snider, each episode of this provocative and edgy series features a new visually compelling cemetery, revealing the history, architecture, and incredible artistic appeal that is shared with the dead. Insight and commentary on each cemetery is provided by a series of on-air experts, ranging from artists who have contributed to the graveyard's works and historical experts to landscape architects, arborists, groundskeepers, and relatives of those connected to monuments in the cemetery. Featured cemeteries include: Green-Wood Cemetery, Brooklyn, NY; Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, Tarrytown, NY; Forest Lawn Memorial Parks and Mortuaries, Glendale, CA; St. Louis No. 1, New Orleans, LA; and Woodlawn Cemetery, Bronx, NY, among others.
