For Immediate Release:
Inspired by her profound love of animals, Amelia Scheffs-Bevington's
photographs take us to the heart of her passion. In her photos, we often find
ourselves face-to-face with a creature who seems as curious about us as we are
about him. At other times, her work allows us to share one of her subject's
more private moments. From quirky personifications to natural idiosyncrasies,
Amelia captures her animal friends with a child's eye and an "old soul."
In May of 2010, her first solo exhibition entitled "Amelia's Birds" opened at
Art at First Gallery – First Presbyterian Church in Manhattan. On display were
twenty-four limited edition photographs which Amelia took during the preceeding
winter in her hometown of Long Island City, NY. One viewer commented that "she
would never again look at a seagull the same way."
Amelia sits reserved and watchful. She is a girl of few words, but her
photographs speak eloquently. She says she wants to "hold on to the cuteness,
the curiosity, and the character." With compositions that display a surprising
and elegant balance of elements and detail, pattern and color, light and dark,
Amelia conveys the essence of her chosen subject.
Besides photography, Amelia enjoys drawing, reading, various art projects, and
visits to the local parks, zoos, and aquariums. In many ways, she is a typical
ten-year-old. In many other ways, her difficult life journey has set her
apart.
At the age of six, her diagnosis of Medulloblastoma, a rare and highly
malignant brain tumor, led her to undergo surgery, radiation, and numerous
chemotherapies. Her unshakeable determination and courage continue to help her
battle both the recurrent cancer and the side effects of the cure.
Amelia's personal fight has touched many. In 2009, a non-profit organization,
The Amelia Appeal, was formed with the goals of increasing awareness of
pediatric cancer and raising funds for families uniquely burdened by the care
of a child with cancer. For more about Amelia and The Amelia Appeal, please
visit www.TheAmeliaAppeal.org.
This Autumn, "Amelia's Birds" will return home to Long Island City and a few of
them will be on display in her second solo show. Along with the birds, Amelia
will share a selection of other works including the first piece of her current
project, "Pooches and Their People." "Photos by Amelia", will open September
24th at Ten10Studios, 10-10 47th Road in Long Island City, NY.
(www.Ten10Studios.com). A reception for the artist will be held Friday,
September 24th, from 6 -10 pm. The exhibition continues Saturday, Sept. 25th
and Sunday, Sept. 26th from Noon until 6pm each day.
For more information, please visit www.Ten10Studios.com or
