Premiere photography exhibit to open January 9
Ali Eisner, Gemini nominated Canadian talent, opens her premiere photography exhibit at The Gladstone Hotel’s Art Bar (1214 Queen Street West) in the new year. Favourite Things runs January 9 – 19, 2014 from 12:00 – 5:00 pm daily. Eisner is an 18 year veteran of the children’s entertainment and puppeteering industry in North America.
As the name suggests, Favourite Things features stills taken from some of Eisner’s most exciting and memorable moments. “I’m attracted to people and things that go unnoticed and joyous moments that quietly hide,” explains Eisner. The exhibit shows pieces from her North American travels, nature, architecture and work as a puppeteer with a loving eye on the Canadian music and arts scene, including shots of musicians like Kathleen Edwards, Serena Ryder and Ron Sexsmith.
Serena Ryder (photo credit: Ali Eisner)
The exhibit’s 10 day run launches with an opening night reception on from 7:00 – 9:00 pm on January 9, 2014. All pieces being shown are available for purchase.
Favourite Things marks a period of growth for Eisner, coming on the heels of her departure from CBC’s “Mamma Yamma”, a role she developed and performed from 2007 to April 2013.
Eisner’s photos are shot on a Nikon D700. Pieces will be available for viewing prior to the reception, starting January 2, 2014.
About Ali Eisner
Eisner launched her career in children’s television 18 years ago as a host on YTV. Puppeteer, composer, photographer, writer and director, Ali has worked extensively on television shows in Canada and the US, collaborating using a wide range of talents.In 2004, she began working for TVO on “Gisele’s Big Backyard,” a spinoff of “Polka Dot Door,” where she continues as “Jay” the Blue Jay. In 2007, Eisner was approached by CBC to create “Mamma Yamma,” who she embodied until April, 2013, receiving several Gemini nominations and national acclaim for this role. Eisner is currently developing several new projects, which will be announced shortly on her website,
www.alieisner.com.
