Civil Degree

"A doctorate in sunglasses."
~ Juliette R. Pelletier (Artist, Parsons Paris School Art & Design)

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"Well educated of the finer things Life has to offer, a confident reassurance of Self and refinement - Bravo!"
~ Theresa Pope Church (American scientist)

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""We cannot, however, neglect the element of play in many of Macri’s portraits, wherein eyewear of one kind or another, including sunglasses, sometimes serves a satiric, even self-mocking purpose. We do the artist a disservice if we take his portraits at face value or lose sight of the role of humour in his work." Having said that elsewhere ("The Eyes Have It"), I am intrigued by the darker subtleties of this portrait."
~ Kenneth Radu (Canadian writer)

“We can’t avoid the eyewear. They absorb a disproportionate amount of space in Adamo Macri’s recent, riveting portrait Civil Degree. The eyewear in all these portraits is so prominent that I keep staring at the oversized, dark pair of sunglasses and think of the black helmet and visor worn by the motorcyclists.”

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"From a more artistic and poetic compliment, my friend, you’ve captured the essence of a rebel spirit—bold, unyielding, and effortlessly cool! You wear your confidence like an armour, radiating strength and untamed energy! There’s a quiet storm in your hidden eyes, behind those shades, a blend of power and mystery that’s truly captivating! This image echoes the intensity of a warrior, unafraid to stand tall in their truth! You embody the fierce grace of a lone wolf, untamed and unapologetically yourself! You have a more artistic and evocative tone while still conveying the idea of looking like a badass."
~ Rosie S. (Administrative Management, Vanier College)


Civil Degree, 2024
Photography: Chromogenic C-print
71 x 71 cm


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