A summer photo exhibition in Gananoque — TimothyBentley.Photography

This summer, I had some great experiences as an artist. The first is that I was able to take a lot of photographs that I’m really pleased with.

Then, in July, I held my first solo photography show, It was outdoors in Gananoque, in sunny weather, with the marina in the background.

It required a lot of time and effort to transport the photographs, display stands, and other materials. But it was well worth the trouble.

Esther and I worked together to decide what images to show, and the exhibit was attended by appreciative viewers who taught us something about what audiences are interested in.

For instance, we debated earlier whether to include the black and white print shown below in the centre of the display. Would it contrast in an interesting way with the colourful images around it? Or would it look pale by comparison?

Well, by the end of the show, we had our answer. “Sky Advancing” may have been the most closely examined photograph in the show.

SKY ADVANCING

Near the Thousand Islands International Bridge, the sky is rich in white designs, streaks of cloud seeming to emanate from a narrow source over the land. As the clouds approach, they evolve into puffy patterns. I made this image monochrome, to increase the contrast and heighten the sense of drama.

Here are more images from the show, along with descriptions.

MARSH MIST

I awake at dawn at the western exit of the Murray Canal, in Prince Edward County. Yellow light from the rising sun is filtering through the leaves, diffusing the autumn colours.

CHERRY STREET BRIDGE

It’s rare that public works result in beauty that’s so simple yet lush. As a photographer, the challenge I set myself was to capture the striking beauty of the new bridge, its essence, without simply copying its shape. Two excursions to Cherry Street, Toronto, resulted in hundreds of intriguing photographs, followed by happy hours of sifting and editing.

WING DIPPING

A gull swoops low over the St. Lawrence River, searching for supper. The water reflects both the expanse of sky and the solitary hunter. As the bird wheels, a wing briefly brushes the still surface of the river.

Photographic collage of people at a beach

BEACH IDYLL

As the sun settles behind the Niagara Escarpment near Port Dalhousie, I contemplate which image would best convey the mood of a hot summer evening? The reflective water? A father teaching his child to swim? Friends chatting on the beach? A jogger splashing through the shallows? An athlete doing a headstand on her board? Miraculously, this one photograph captured it all, a spontaneous collage of summer’s delights.

The summer was a delight in many ways. As well as the successful exhibit, I had the good fortune to connect with a curator who is considering giving me a month-long show at his photography gallery next summer. Here’s hoping it works out.

This fall, I hope to exhibit at the Mimico Cruising Club art show. I’ll keep you posted.

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