Sharpie limited edition photograph by Julie Blackmon

Julie Blackmon’s Sharpie (2011) is a compelling example of her signature style, blending staged domestic scenes with subtle commentary on contemporary family life. This archival pigment print is available elsewhere worldwide in three sizes:  • 24 × 31 inches (edition of 15) • 36 × 46 inches (edition of 10) • 44 × 57 inches (edition of 5)    The largest size being sold here —ONE ONLY - measuring 44 × 57 inches, is part of a highly limited edition of five prints. It’s the 4/5 print. In Sharpie, Blackmon presents a meticulously arranged tableau that captures the chaos and humor inherent in everyday family dynamics. The scene likely features children engaged in mischievous activities, perhaps involving the titular marker, set against a backdrop that juxtaposes order and disorder. This composition reflects Blackmon’s interest in the intersection of the mundane and the fantastical within domestic spaces. It’s a Jungian inner child theme- the little girl drew a picture under the couch cushion, overturned a chair, has her doll and book strewn across the floor, yet is blissfully happy in the choices she’s made, knowing she can’t change them, but must accept them. Blackmon’s work is deeply influenced by her own experiences growing up in a large family and as a mother. She draws inspiration from 17th-century Dutch and Flemish genre painters, such as Jan Steen, known for their depictions of lively household scenes. Her photographs often explore the tension between the desire for control and the reality of disorder in family life, creating images that are both relatable and surreal. Blackmon’s work has been widely exhibited and is included in the permanent collections of institutions like the National Gallery of Art, the Museum of Fine Arts in Houston, and the George Eastman Museum. Her monographs Domestic Vacations (2008) and Homegrown (2014) showcase her distinctive approach to visual storytelling, capturing the interplay between the mundane and the fantastical in family life.   Borin in 1966, Blackmon continues to live and work in Springfield, Missouri, Blackmon remains a significant figure in contemporary photography, offering insightful reflections on the dynamics of modern domesticity. It comes already mounted and framed in white with museum quality anti-scratch and anti-glare framing as seen in the picture. Approximately 25 pounds and 48 x 60 with frame. Willing to negotiate how to deliver!