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IMMORTALS

A collection of 22 unique photos from around Lakeland and Winter haven

A person viewed from behind stands in an art gallery, looking at framed photographs on a dark textured wall.

by Matt Fitz

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Local Art Exhibition one week only at the CoHatch March 30th - April 5th visit before 5pm

“Immortals” a collection on fine art photography by me “Fitz”. My art has been described as “Industrial Documentary”, I am not sure how I feel about this genre. The greeks thought that if they surrounded themselves with art and beautiful architecture it would elevate the soul. And the Ayther is a medium between the two.

Join me in bring out the beauty of Lakeland and Winter Haven through photography.

A table filled with various desserts, fruits, and snacks, with a tall glass vase of pink tulips in the center, set against a wall with abstract black and white graffiti art.
A woman in a red top taking a photo of two women posing in an art gallery with artwork and signs on the wall, and large windows behind them
“Stair Way” How often do we think of a stairway that leads us up to a magical place? But every stairway leads us down as often as it does up.

“Stair Way” How often do we think of a stairway that leads us up to a magical place? But every stairway leads us down as often as it does up.

“Hera” Hera, daughter of Cronus and Rhea (mother of Zeus). She is Queen of the gods. By Hera, Zeus had a son and two daughters— Ares (god of war), Hebe (goddess of youth), and Ilithyria (goddess of birth).

“Hera” Hera, daughter of Cronus and Rhea (mother of Zeus). She is Queen of the gods. By Hera, Zeus had a son and two daughters— Ares (god of war), Hebe (goddess of youth), and Ilithyria (goddess of birth).

"Apollo and the sea" The theatre is truly a magical place. When you step inside you leave this world. Life is like crossing the sea in a rowboat. When you find yourself in the middle of the immense, raging sea, assailed by huge wave crests, sitting i

"Apollo and the sea" The theatre is truly a magical place. When you step inside you leave this world. Life is like crossing the sea in a rowboat. When you find yourself in the middle of the immense, raging sea, assailed by huge wave crests, sitting in a little rowboat trusting your frail craft, so amidst the furious torments of this world, the individual sits tranquilly in the theatre.

Immortals

Immortals

Abandon All hope" As Donte pass under the gate on his journey though the underworld he read the inscription “Abandon all hope ye who enter here”

Abandon All hope" As Donte pass under the gate on his journey though the underworld he read the inscription “Abandon all hope ye who enter here”

“Feast of LIMOS” Limos was the goddess of starvation while Demeter was to Goddess of the Feast...

“Feast of LIMOS” Limos was the goddess of starvation while Demeter was to Goddess of the Feast...

“Ferryman awaits” Wait here upon the shore and keep an eye out for the Ferryman. His fee was a single coin which was placed in the mouth of a corpse upon burial. Those who had not received proper burial were unable to pay the fee and were left to wan

“Ferryman awaits” Wait here upon the shore and keep an eye out for the Ferryman. His fee was a single coin which was placed in the mouth of a corpse upon burial. Those who had not received proper burial were unable to pay the fee and were left to wander the earthly side of the Akheron, haunting the world as ghosts..

“Elysium” The Elysian Fields meaning, also known as Elysium, is an area within the underworld in Greek Mythology where the souls of heroes and the most virtuous people reside. Differ- ent myths describe this plane of existence within the under- world

“Elysium” The Elysian Fields meaning, also known as Elysium, is an area within the underworld in Greek Mythology where the souls of heroes and the most virtuous people reside. Differ- ent myths describe this plane of existence within the under- world slightly differently...

“Sibyls of Nemi” Nemi was a sacred grove where sibyls or oracles would see through the daily toils of life and speak of truths. The Sibyl, with frenzied mouth uttering things not to be laughed at, unadorned and unperfumed, yet reaches to a thousand y

“Sibyls of Nemi” Nemi was a sacred grove where sibyls or oracles would see through the daily toils of life and speak of truths. The Sibyl, with frenzied mouth uttering things not to be laughed at, unadorned and unperfumed, yet reaches to a thousand years with her voice by aid of the god.

“Athena” She was the daughter of Zeus, produced without a mother, so that she emerged full-grown from his forehead. There was an alternative story that Zeus swallowed Metis, the goddess of coun- sel, while she was pregnant with Athena, so that Athena

“Athena” She was the daughter of Zeus, produced without a mother, so that she emerged full-grown from his forehead. There was an alternative story that Zeus swallowed Metis, the goddess of coun- sel, while she was pregnant with Athena, so that Athena...

“Chaos” In early Greek cosmology, “Either” the primeval emptiness of the universe before things came into being or the abyss of Tartarus or the underworld, There was Chaos. Chaos Stirred the waters of Ayther to create Gaea and Eros (Earth and Desire)

“Chaos” In early Greek cosmology, “Either” the primeval emptiness of the universe before things came into being or the abyss of Tartarus or the underworld, There was Chaos. Chaos Stirred the waters of Ayther to create Gaea and Eros (Earth and Desire)...

“Those who were seen dancing” Those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music.

“Those who were seen dancing” Those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music.

“Passing” Much like the Ferryman passing souls through worlds. The art on train cars passes through towns and cites for a small second you may see something beautiful and into a new world it goes.

“Passing” Much like the Ferryman passing souls through worlds. The art on train cars passes through towns and cites for a small second you may see something beautiful and into a new world it goes.

“America” The Great Roman Empire never fell but only sleep for a time. Much like the mythical phoenix who burns itself up to ascend from its own ashes. A city who ruled the world who centuries could never be destroyed.

“America” The Great Roman Empire never fell but only sleep for a time. Much like the mythical phoenix who burns itself up to ascend from its own ashes. A city who ruled the world who centuries could never be destroyed.

“Enter” The Ayther is a place between worlds. A magical realm

“Enter” The Ayther is a place between worlds. A magical realm

“Déjà vu” Omens or Déjà vu, daily signs we ignore thinking we may have been mistaken. Learn to listen to your inner self it often speaks more truth then one cares to hear.

“Déjà vu” Omens or Déjà vu, daily signs we ignore thinking we may have been mistaken. Learn to listen to your inner self it often speaks more truth then one cares to hear.

“Without Love” The Goddess of Roses, Aphrodite As for Aphrodite’s association with the rose, its really her love of Adonis that was to blame. Adonis was one of only two mortals the goddess truly fell in love with. She loved him more gently and more p

“Without Love” The Goddess of Roses, Aphrodite As for Aphrodite’s association with the rose, its really her love of Adonis that was to blame. Adonis was one of only two mortals the goddess truly fell in love with. She loved him more gently and more profoundly than anyone before or since. Adonis loved Aphrodite almost as much as she loved him; unsurprisingly...

“When Milk Runs Dry” Hercules was the son of Zeus from a mortal woman. Because he was born from a mortal he would not have any special powers. Zeus came up with a plan. If Hercules could drink milk from Hera’s breast (queen of the gods), he could bec

“When Milk Runs Dry” Hercules was the son of Zeus from a mortal woman. Because he was born from a mortal he would not have any special powers. Zeus came up with a plan. If Hercules could drink milk from Hera’s breast (queen of the gods), he could become godlike. So Zeus placed the baby on Hera while she slept...

“Witch’s Fortress” “From where the Witch’s Fortress O’er hangs the dark-blue seas; From the still glassy lake that sleeps Beneath Aricia’s trees-- Those trees in whose dim shadow The ghastly priest doth reign, The priest who slew the slayer, And shal

“Witch’s Fortress” “From where the Witch’s Fortress O’er hangs the dark-blue seas; From the still glassy lake that sleeps Beneath Aricia’s trees-- Those trees in whose dim shadow The ghastly priest doth reign, The priest who slew the slayer, And shall himself be slain;”

“Strife” “Hera’s Garden” It was from her garden Eris, goddess of strife stole an apple and inscribed the words, “To the fairest”. She then threw this apple amidst the goddesses that attended at a wedding she was not invited to. The apple was given by

“Strife” “Hera’s Garden” It was from her garden Eris, goddess of strife stole an apple and inscribed the words, “To the fairest”. She then threw this apple amidst the goddesses that attended at a wedding she was not invited to. The apple was given by Paris, prince of Troy...

“We cannot return yet” There was two white ravens Hugin and Munin. The messengers of the gods. Out of fear of not having enough to tell the gods they said “We must go farther.” And so they few through the night listening to the thoughts people dared

“We cannot return yet” There was two white ravens Hugin and Munin. The messengers of the gods. Out of fear of not having enough to tell the gods they said “We must go farther.” And so they few through the night listening to the thoughts people dared not think during the day...

“DAUGHTER OF AGAMEMNON” To Love Iphigenia would make you king of the woods, Rex Nemorensis But this is not as simple as that. It begins with Paris kidnapping Helen, wife of Menelaus who was king of Sparta. Needless to say war was about to ensue...

“DAUGHTER OF AGAMEMNON” To Love Iphigenia would make you king of the woods, Rex Nemorensis But this is not as simple as that. It begins with Paris kidnapping Helen, wife of Menelaus who was king of Sparta. Needless to say war was about to ensue...

A man stands in profile in front of a dark wall with framed pictures, looking to the right. To the left, a screen displays an image of a sign that reads 'COHATCH' in front of a brick building.
A man with glasses, a beard, and a plaid shirt, standing in profile in an art gallery, observing framed artwork on a wall.
Two women observe photographs displayed on a textured metal wall in an art gallery.
Two women posing at an art gallery with framed photographs on a textured wall behind them.
People viewing artwork at a gallery exhibition.
People viewing artwork in an art gallery, with framed pictures and a large blue-toned photo on a screen.
Group of four people inside an art gallery, looking at paintings on the wall. A man with a bald head and beard is in profile, three women, one with pink hair, are smiling, and a young woman in a beige sweater stands on the right.
People at an event in a hallway with a large screen reading "IMMORTALS" and details about a performance by Matt Fitz, Saturday March 30th, 2024.
A man with a beard in a black suit and a woman with purple hair and black outfit posing together at an art gallery.
A man with a beard and a woman with long hair smiling, standing in front of a metallic wall with framed photographs at an art gallery.
A man with a beard in a dark suit and a woman with purple hair in a strapless black dress standing close together in front of framed artwork at an art gallery.
A man with a long beard and a woman with dark hair smiling, standing together at an art gallery. The man is dressed in a black suit with a red shirt, and the woman in a black off-shoulder dress. Behind them are framed black-and-white photographs on a
A man with a beard in a black suit and a woman with dark hair in a black dress posing in an art gallery in front of framed photographs featuring a woman lying down and a person sitting outdoors.
People socializing in a cozy, modern restaurant or cafe with a bar area in the background.
A woman with wavy hair smiling and holding a drink at an indoor event or social gathering, with other people and artwork on the wall in the background.
A woman and a man standing together, smiling for a photo in an art gallery. The woman has long gray hair and is wearing a blue patterned top. The man has a bald head, a long beard, and is dressed in a dark suit with a red shirt and a pocket square.
A man with white hair and glasses looking at display screens mounted on a wooden wall.
People smiling and laughing at an art gallery with framed photographs on the wall.
People at an art gallery socializing and viewing framed artworks on the wall.
Two women, one with dark hair and one with gray hair, talking and smiling at an art gallery or museum.

Thank you @TheAlexLawrence for taking photos of my show

& Ryan from https://lastingimpressionsbynicole.com for video of my show

I also would like to thank our event sponsors for your support:

Catering by: https://www.lakelandbbq.com/graze

Desserts by: https://mikeandmikesdesserts.com

Advertising sponsor: Don from https://iamlakeland.com

Venue Sponsor Adriana from the CoHatch

Logo featuring a sketched wedge of cheese inside a circle, with text 'by Lakeland BBQ', 'graze' in cursive, and 'EST. 2022'.
Logo for Milk & More Desserts featuring a red hat with a cupcake icon and bold black text with red accents.
Text graphic showing the words 'Eco Hatch' in green lettering with a leaf and arrow design.
Logo for I Am Lake, featuring stylized text and a graphic symbol resembling a mountain and a checkmark, with the website url iamlakeland.com.
From my Immortals Collection the Polk Theatre

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