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Michael Slaughter Ideas of Reality “Photographic reality isn’t about reality — it’s about the isolation of elements within the perceptual space.” That’s the philosophy of Michael Slaughter. His world is created by people, manipulated by people, and perpetuated by people, but it is not a world of people. We stand outside, as caretakers and conservators. It’s an unrealistically optimistic world, because it’s too beautiful. There’s no militarism, no poverty, no environmental degradation, no nationalism, and no capitalist exploitation. Michael’s visions are of the world as many might like to create it. Michael’s worldwide travels have produced works that are painterly, exquisitely composed. In 1997 the President of Iceland called Michael’s work “fantastically wonderful.” “My father was a fine artist. But he wouldn’t teach me how to create art. He didn’t want me to have the hard life of a painter, and I don’t often paint. But fine art and I are old friends. That’s how I see. Photography is related.” Slaughter’s photography has been exhibited at Gallery 37.5, Half Moon Bay, The University Club Gallery, San Francisco, and the Sanchez Art Center. He has also shown in commercial spaces — the Buffalo Shirt Company, Paul Strom Salon, and the Chez D. Café.
"Vietnam Flower"
"Old and Older"
"Brisighella Casa"
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