My work is in flux, constantly shifting between mediums, meanings, dimensions, real, and ethereal. The imagery in my work is sourced from both the historical archive as well as my own personal archive. Its production and meaning are heavily rooted in process and disruption/distortion.

This piece collages together a satellite image from NASA’s archive; copied, scaled, and rotated several times. This process in some ways reflects how information is endlessly re-replicated in the virtual realm.
Owen Barensfeld is a Troy, NY photo-based mixed media artist. Growing up in upstate NY, he was taught photography by his professional photographer and artist Aunt. In 2018 he earned his MFA from the University at Albany SUNY, developing work dealing with image fabrication and culture. He has exhibited in several locations in the area including the University Art Museum, The Hyde Collection, and The Church. In addition, he has worked as Walid Raad’s studio assistant, is a cabinet maker, and avid producer of photo books.

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