Markus Giolas' supersized images of sliced lunch meat are visually striking comments on our relationship with food. A staple of American culinary culture, blown up to 50 x 50 inches the humble deli slice of ham or pimento loaf becomes a beautiful abstract image in its own right, while also reminding us how far removed most of us are from its origins.
Chicago photographer and artist Giolas is the son of noted Merrillville photographer John Giolas, and has exhibited his work throughout the region. Although his successful commercial shooting style focuses on people in candid situations, Giolas’ portfolio projects consistently have centered on people and their cozy relationship to foods and beverages.
Edible Abstractions opens November 5 and runs through January 11, 2011 at Lubeznik Center for the Arts in Michigan City. An opening reception is slated for Friday November 19 from 6 to 9 p.m. 
The Lubeznik Center is located at 101 W. 2nd St., at the lakefront in Michigan City, IN. Gallery Hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10:00am to 5:00pm, Saturday and Sunday from 11:00am to 4:00pm. Galleries are closed on Mondays. For more information please visit www.lubeznikcenter.org or call 219-874-4900. All times are based on Chicago time. 