The 50th Anniversary Ground Glass Photography Exhibition

The exhibit will be on view April 20 through May 16, 2026 at The Rye Arts Center, Rye, NY. An opening reception will be held on Wednesday, April 22nd from 6:30-8:00pm. The public is warmly invited to attend. This year’s exhibit was juried by acclaimed photographer and Guggenheim Fellowship recipient Andrew Moore. Widely recognized for his long-term photographic series documenting the effects of time on natural and built landscapes, Moore is the author of seven books and producer of a feature film that received a Special Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival. He currently teaches a graduate seminar at the School of Visual Arts and previously lectured in the Visual Arts Program at Princeton University. Moore carefully reviewed over 160 submissions to curate a compelling selection of 38 images created by 31 Ground Glass members. Reflecting on the breadth of work submitted, he remarked, “The pool of submitted photographs presented an astonishing variety of subject matter and technical approaches.” He noted the challenges facing the photography association’s 50 years were “revolutionary changes to the medium, caused by the synthesis of art and technology, dramatically transforming every aspect of the photographic process.” Moore congratulated The Ground Glass for fostering a creative community that has spanned decades, emphasizing that support for artists who share a common purpose is a vital function of the organization. That spirit is evident in the constructive dialogue and thoughtful critique members offer one another as they refine images for fine art exhibition prints. Regarding the selected works, Moore observed “a strong presence of black and white landscapes and a wide range of locations from the exotic to nearby, including works collaged or made by hand.” He reflected on how the first Ground Glass exhibition might compare with one held fifty years from now, concluding, “There’s much to look forward to, based on the past fifty!” The 50th Anniversary Ground Glass Photography Exhibition stands not only as a showcase of exceptional photographic artistry, but also as a celebration of enduring fellowship, mentorship, and creative evolution within the community. The public is invited to attend this landmark exhibition honoring fifty years of photographic vision and collaboration. About The Ground Glass: Founded in 1975 by Renata Rainer, The Ground Glass is an independent photographic association, dedicated to promoting the practice and appreciation of fine art photography. Bringing together photographers from Westchester County, New York, and Fairfield County, Connecticut, the organization has fostered a vibrant community of artists dedicated to both the craft and the creative exploration of photography. The Ground Glass is in residence at The Rye Arts Center and provides a forum for education, collaboration, and inspiration through monthly meetings, exhibitions, guest lectures, and image reviews. From traditional darkroom practices to cutting-edge digital techniques, The Ground Glass embraces the evolving nature of the medium. Member critiques encourage participants to experiment with diverse applications of photographic expression, while curated exhibitions emphasize the importance of presenting images as fine art prints. Members of The Ground Glass explore and discuss all aspects of photography. Monthly meetings often feature guest speakers, including well-known photographers and educators such as Sam Abell, Cole Thompson, Phil Penman, Joanne Dugan, Jill Skupin-Burkholder, Eddie Soloway, Tomasz Tomaszewski, Trisha Rosenkilde, Chuck Kelton, Sandra Carrion and Bill Travis. In addition to The Rye Arts Center, The Ground Glass is a member of ArtsWestchester, the Hudson Valley Photography Network and the New York Metro Area Camera Council.

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