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Ann Murdy

Santa Fe NM United States

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I was completely devasted after the terrorist attacks of 9/11. I kept thinking and wondering what the angels in heaven must be experiencing, thus the title came to me "Lament of the Angels". I created these right after the terrorist attack in Photoshop. I took my photos of angels from cemeteries in Oaxaca, Mexico and incorported them with images from the devastion of 9/11. I felt that the angels in heaven must have been extremely sad to see what mankind had done. It was a tragic time for the entire world.

I have been a photograher for over 40 years. I specialize in documenting indigenous culture in Mexico and Guatemala. My photos have been displayed in museums, community centers and galleries throughout the United States. My photos have also been featured in magazines, books and calendars. My photos taken in Mexico are a part of the permanent collection at the National Museum of Mexico Art in Chicago, IL. My photos of cultural events in New Mexico are part of the Photo Archives at the New Mexico History Museum. Even though photography is what I specialize in, I also enjoy creating collages in Photoshop. My series "Lament of the Angels" was created with photographs taken of angel statues in Oaxaca, Mexico along with photos of the devastion at the World Trade Center in Photoshop. Examples of my photography can be seen at my website: http://www.pbase.com/annmurdy/root&page=all