Cerulean Arts is excited to present its first exhibition of photography. Opening right before Independence Day weekend, the work of Tom Hunter captures his time serving our country with the 1st Platoon, Battle Company of the 173rd Airborne in Afghanistan. Trying to make peace with village elders in the Korengal Valley in Kunar Province, the platoon faced deadly ambushes as the elders often tipped Taliban fighters to the soldier’s schedule or whereabouts. Commanders estimated the 173rd Airborne was involved in 450 enemy engagements within just 5 ½ months. With an eye for detail and composition, Tom Hunter shares his photographs in his first solo exhibition. Additionally, his mesmerizing video sets the context. Join us for the reception of Damn the Valley on Friday, July 10, 5-9pm. Meet the Artist Tom Hunter on Sunday, July 19, 1-4pm with a Gallery Talk at 2pm. The exhibition is on view July 3 – August 7, 2009.