By Brian Goslow Photographer Erik Hansen calls his “She Learned to Smile Later” exhibition now on view at 6 Bridges Gallery in Maynard, Mass., the culmination of five years’ work. “It is a photographic novella of a therapeutic journey from adversity to triumph. Images begin with trauma, fear and violence subsiding to allow decision-making. Dawn beckons leading to clarity, hope and strength. Visual metaphors link the storyline and color is used to reflect emotions through this passage.” After growing up in the shadows of Manhattan, he studied art and art history at Rutgerss University; Hansen’s studio is based at ArtSpace Maynard. Artscope managing editor Brian Goslow recently “cornered” Hansen to discuss his show for the artscope zine. HOW DID THE “SHE LEARNED TO SMILE LATER” PROJECT BEGIN? I wanted an art project to work on and I think subconsciously I wanted to tell a story, a … [Read more...] about CORNERED: ERIK HANSEN: SHE LEARNED TO SMILE LATER AT 6 BRIDGES GALLERY