2022 Photo Show

13th Annual Photography Show

A MOMENT IN TIME

Opening Reception: Saturday, September 3 / 12 - 2 PM
On Exhibit: September 3 - September 23, 2022

Judge: Ray Gawlak

Gallery 53's 13th Annual Photography Show, "A Moment in Time," is a showcase for regional photographers to share their unique viewpoints - whether their work is traditional black and white or color prints, or digital compositions. The show generally attracts recognized professionals as well as talented amateurs, and features an array of diverse subjects and styles. We are delighted to feature a number of photographers who exhibit with us year after year . . . as well as some new voices! "A Moment In Time" will be on exhibit through September and on our website as a virtual exhibit.

AWARD WINNERS

BEST IN SHOW: "Ethereal" by Sarah Grote

1st Place: "Mother Goose" by Mark Tegtmeier

2nd Place: "Lazy Afternoon" by Paula Klingerman

3rd Place: "Santa Fe" by Sam Carr

HONORABLE MENTION

"Guilford Dock" by Wendy Manciagli

"Albuquerque Alley" by Denise Carr

VIRTUAL EXHIBIT*

*THANK YOU to all the artists/photographers who submitted their work digitally!

JUDGE'S STATEMENT

It was difficult to make the selections in this exhibit. My main criteria was the use of photographic instruments effectively to capture design, color and composition. I thought the Best in Show selection was an exquisite work.

ABOUT RAY GAWLAK

Portrait of Ray Gawlak from 2005 New Zealand trip

Ray Gawlak's photography career began after graduating Meriden High School in 1958. He was active as a photographer and editor of the yearbook and newspaper in his junior and senior years. He gained valuable experience working for a New Haven studio and a camera store in Meriden.

After graduating from Southern Connecticut State University in 1962, Ray taught 6th and 7th grade science before opening his first studio in 1968. He has exhibited in numerous locales such as libraries, galleries, and the Phoenix Mutual headquarters in Hartford. He has been awarded prizes for entries in professional organizations and art competitions, including first prize for photography at the Pomperaug Woods Art of Experience Juried Art Show in 2015.

Throughout his career, Ray has done extensive sports, wedding, and portrait work. He specializes in outdoor and location portraiture, which he believes allows subjects to feel more at ease during the session as well as presenting a greater variety of lighting and posing opportunities. His extensive travels throughout the US, Europe, New Zealand, and Ecuador, have resulted in an amazing catalog of images.