The Subversive Eye: A Roundtable Featuring Collector David Raymond
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November 12 @ 6:00pm – 7:00pm
In conjunction with the special exhibition, The Subversive Eye: Surrealist and Experimental Photography from the David Raymond Collection, join us for a roundtable discussion with the world-renowned collector of avant-garde photography, David Raymond.
Since 1985, Raymond has pushed the boundary of the definition of “the surreal,” working to expand the canon in his collecting practice. He will be joined by Dalí Museum curators to explore his stories as a seasoned collector, his passion for surrealist photography and his insights into many of the artists featured in the exhibition.
Location: The Dalí Museum’s Will Raymund Theater
Register to attend in person at the link below. This event is free with limited capacity. An event ticket is required for entry. Gallery access is not included.
David Raymond
David Raymond is a filmmaker, artist, and internationally recognized art collector and curator, currently based in Asheville, NC. His passion for photography began at age 8, documenting life with a Kodak Instamatic. For over 25 years, he has been a prominent collector of contemporary and vintage photography, with top-100 accolades from Art and Antiques. His collection has been exhibited at the Cleveland Museum of Art, and he has worked with prestigious institutions like the Getty Museum and Magnum Photos. David’s own artwork, both photography and video, has been showcased globally, including in New York, Paris, and Buenos Aires.
Dr. William Jeffett, Curator of Special Exhibitions
Dr. William Jeffett received his Doctorate from the Courtauld Institute of Art, University of London. He also holds degrees from Oxford University, Yale University and University of Texas. Before joining The Dalí Museum, Dr. Jeffett was Curator at the Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts at University of East Anglia (UK). At The Dalí, he is responsible for the direction, curation, organization and co-ordination of exhibition programs; writing and editing of exhibition catalogs and other interpretative material, including the interpretation of works by Dali; and research on the permanent collection.
Dr. Jeffett contributes to the expansion of the Museum’s collection through seeking and recommending acquisitions. He is an active researcher and writer for The Dalí and other museums, research institutes and universities. He has published numerous exhibition catalogs and articles devoted to Salvador Dalí, other related artists and contemporary art. Dr. Jeffett has curated many shows for the Museum and other influential institutions, including the Fundacio Joan Miro (Barcelona), Fundacio “La Caixa” (Madrid) and the Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza (Madrid). He curated Dalí and Duchamp with Dawn Ades for The Dalí and Royal Academy (London).
Peter Tush, Curator and Senior Interpreter
Peter Tush is the Curator and Senior Interpreter of The Dalí Museum. Tush has his Undergraduate Degree in Art History from New College in Sarasota and his Masters in Art History from the University of South Florida. Part of The Dalí staff for over two decades, he is a key interpreter of the Dalí collection and special exhibitions. He curates exhibitions, scripts the audio guides and gallery labels, and trains The Dalí docents.
