An exhibit called Structure that features a series of photographs is now on display through April 4, at Overlook
A photograph from the “Structure” exhibit now showing at Overlook Auxiliary Gallery at the Overlook Hospital in Summit. — Provided photo
Auxiliary Gallery inside the Overlook Hospital in Summit, N.J.
The Structure exhibit, curated by Ray Yaros, consists of 68 photographs made by 19 New Jersey Photography Forum (NJPF) members.
The photographers challenged their talents to create images that focus on an arrangement and organization of interrelated elements in material objects, or systems.
“Material structures include man-made objects such as buildings and machines, but could be something from nature as well, as with a spider web, or an amazing tree trunk,” states Nancy Ori of NJPF.
She explains that there are often details in objects such as a grand staircase, or a church roof where the beauty of the design far exceeds the intended purpose.
The NJPF is a group of experienced photographers that was started in 1995 by Ori, who is from Berkeley Heights, and by Michael Creem, from Summit. It serves as an opportunity to gather and talk about their work, as well as to explore exhibition opportunities within the fine arts community.
“The group has grown over the years to become the largest and most recognized group of fine art exhibiting photographers in the State,” Ori says.
Members have a variety of artistic styles and use a wide range of photographic techniques, she states.
They produce 10-12 exhibits annually throughout the State and welcome new members to their monthly meetings at the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey in Summit.
The Structure exhibit at the Overlook Hospital is on the fifth floor. It is a free-of-charge show opened to the public 24 hours each day. Ask the receptionist at the main entrance for directions.
The “fine and varied” artwork of the late Leslie Vought Kuenne is now on display at Olivia Rainbow Gallery in Princeton, through Feb. 6.
These are the late Leslie Kuenne’s photography artwork at D&R Greenway’s Olivia Rainbow Gallery. – By Lisa Granozio
In memory of the late Kuenne, D&R Greenway’s Olivia Rainbow Gallery maintains the art space in perpetuity, honoring Leslie and Chris Kuenne’s late daughter, Olivia Michelle.
Her mother’s exhibit, Light, Stillness & Beauty, — named by co-curator, Lisa Granozio – evokes the stunning variety of this array of unexpected nature subjects.
“In life, Kuenne downplayed the power of her arresting paintings and photographs,” says D&R Greenway’s contact person, Carolyn Edelmann.
Her lively, even quirky works feature a hefty Savoy cabbage that contends with the intimacy of a softly burgeoning tulip. Her saucy rooster painting challenges a nearby portrait of a nearly exploding tulip.
Kuenne’s approaches to tulips in particular, could be said to be that of a deep-sea diver. A billow of antique lace holds its own above her challenging scene of hairy knees and reaching hands.
This artist’s remarkable close-up of local ice contends in both hue and line with her intense oil of a Vermont sunset.
Kuenne’s family is highly artistic and passionate about paintings, sculptures, gardens, and even storytelling. But she has taken her own art to unexplored levels.
One can say her specialty is in contrasting. Visitors to the Olivia Rainbow Gallery are guided on diverse journeys of entwining leaves softening harshly weathered woods; also, where brittle paint curls contrast with severe straightness in a venerable fence.
Kuenne was also a generous public servant, multi-faceted friend and diverse artist, who possessed other lesser-known talents such as gifted chef, and even inventive gardener.
Her husband is also remarkable in his work at Princeton University, and is also an author, and the founder of Rosetta and Rosemark Capital. Her husband and her two sons, with her sister Victoria, joined Granozio in choosing images for the compact, yet wide-ranging memorial exhibition.
TRENTON, N.J. — For Fine Arts Photographer John Clarke, retirement from a career in Architecture
Fine Arts Photographer John Clarke displays his favorite piece, “Reflection of Man,” in his current exhibition called “People in Geometry” at Artworks in Trenton. — Provided photo
has led him to defining relationships between people and their unique geometric surroundings.
Clarke’s most recent photography collection called, “People in Geometry” is a black and white monochrome exhibition at Artworks in Trenton lasting a month through Feb. 23.
With this exhibition of fine arts photography, Clarke said that light is an important factor in all the photographs.
“Sparkling surfaces that glow and reflect draw the viewer’s interest into the photo,” he states.
Clarke also said that the idea to monochrome his photographs is deliberate, and he does it “to emphasize the relationship between the geometry of the setting and the people.”
He chooses to make them black and white because he wants his photos to be “timeless and abstract.”
As longtime architect, who is a partner emeritus of Clarke Caton Hintz, an award-winning architectural and planning firm based in Trenton, Clarke said he spent his professional life “immersed in architectural and urban design issues.”
His work involved photography.
At the recent opening reception for this exhibition, Clarke said, “I like the idea of exhibiting my artwork here because the space is very ideal and conducive to showing photos and paintings.”
Clarke has a lot of history with the Artworks building and the Mill Hill area in general.
But he said, “I’ve never had an exhibition in this building before, and I’ve only being doing this type of (fine arts) photography since I retired from my architectural practice” eight years ago.
Clarke’s relationship with the Artworks building dates back to nearly 50 years ago when he was the City of Trenton Director of Planning and Development.
He said he was instrumental in acquiring the old Sears building, getting federal funds, and renovating it to make sure they would create a space for artists.
This photo is called “Bicycle in Princeton,” from Fine Arts Photographer John Clarke. — Provided photo
Now Clarke is finally “closing the loop” by exhibiting his own work in a building that he helped to design, and he is also educating the public about this new type of photography that he is enjoying.
He says his favorite piece in the “People in Geometry” exhibition is the one called the “Reflection of Man” photograph that he took in the courtyard of PS1 Museum in New York City.
To express action in a setting, Clarke creates this photo to show the “reflection of the uniquely dressed older man looking at the young woman.”
With most of these photos, Clarke is trying to tell a story about a person somewhere who has an expression, or is doing an action. He captures a decisive moment. He says light can also define the settings, or the peoples in the photos.
The Artworks exhibition also has a photograph by Clarke that is called, “Bicycle in Princeton.”
This local photo shows a male on a bicycle in a science building at Princeton University.
“I am interested in this location due to the people moving through the pattern of light and shadow created by the buildings sun screen,” explains Clarke.
As an architect, Clarke has the ability to choose the ideal spaces and buildings for his photos.
“I think he’s remarkable. Because he’s an architect, he has such an eye for how spaces and shapes and people all come together,” said John D. S. Hatch, FAIA, LEED AP at Clarke Caton Hintz Architectural and Planning Firm.
“It’s about the connections and contrasts of the people to the geometry,” he said.
At the opening reception to “People in Geometry,” Clarke expressed gratitude to be showing “this group of photos” in a neighborhood that he is “very familiar with.
He also mentioned that as an architect in the City, he was also involved with the creation of the Architects Housing, Passage Theater, and the home renovations in Mill Hill.
To become more familiar with John Clarke’s photography, visit his website at
