Don’t Fall in Love is a new series by Victoria Maidhof addressing the Madison-based photographer’s experience of going through a painful breakup at the same time as a mental health crisis. She chose to use Polaroids “because they are scrappy, chaotic, messy, and unpredictable, much like [her] state of mind during this period of time.” Chronicles of the Ordinary is a long-term photography project by the artist, consisting of photos taken between 2003 and 2016. Maidhof photographed people living unorthodox lifestyles, her camera granting her permission into the lives of complete strangers, with whom she ended up fostering long-term friendships. She combines photos and text into a multidimensional exploration of loneliness and our universal yearning to make intimate connections with other human beings.
Maidhof's work will be on view from January 14 through February 27, 2021. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, exhibitions in ALL’s galleries will be available to view during limited hours from 12-5pm Thursday through Saturday or by appointment. Visitors inside the building will be required to wear masks and practice social distancing, and the number of visitors will be limited according to current public health guidelines. Exhibition admission is free.
