Puppet Master

THU 10/13

Each person perceives color in different ways, a complex reactive formula based on retinal reflex, memory, and the hard-wiring of the brain. New Jersey-born artist Alissa Christine attempts to tap into the phenomena of light and color for her latest photographic art exhibition, cleverly titled "de:lite." "I like to alter the way the light is registered through the photograph, something your eyes can't do," says the artist of her seamless fusion of photography and graphic design. By enhancing or warping certain parts of a photograph of, for instance, a few people on a street corner in front of a hotel, Christine transforms an image of reality into what she sees as a more "delicious" form of life. These trippy, psychedelic pieces are reminiscent of amped-up Rorschach tests or Georgia O'Keeffe orchids on Red Bull. Tonight's opening party is from 7:00 to 11:00 at Art Café (427 Jefferson Ave., South Beach). The exhibit runs through November 13. Call 305-531-0770, or visit www.alissachristine.com. — Christina Kent