Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Les Campbell's Show ends next Friday

Quabbin - For the Joy of It
Images by Les Campbell
Oct 20-Nov 20, 2009
Gallery hours Tues-Fri 11-2 pm.
FINAL WEEKS! --Come witness the amazing transformation of the valley with the construction of the Quabbin Reservoir. Special before-and-after photographs of the valley highlight this exhibit. Historical photos from Mr. Campbell's extensive collection will transport you to a time before the building of the dam, when four towns thrived in this region.
Les Campbell's home and studio are nestled in this beautiful setting, where he has been photographing for more than 40 years. He includes some of his award winning nature and wildlife photography to compliment this exhibit.
Win a Les Campbell image!
Special Benefit Raffle during this exhibit -- the lucky winner may choose any nature image off the gallery walls.
Tickets are on sale during the entire exhibit, only $1 ea or $5 for 6 tickets.
Think easy Holiday shopping!
Images are available for purchase, and proceeds benefit
VPC and Friends of Quabbin.
Under 32" in length $190
Over 32" in length $240
The Valley Photo Center is located at: 1500 Main Street
Tower Square, 2nd floor
Springfield, MA 01115
413-781-1553

Open Submission Show

Open Submission Show
Nov 24-Dec 24, 2009.
Reception -- Thurs Dec 10 6-8pm
"Personal Journeys and more of
Life's Great Mysteries"
Journey:
1. trip somewhere: a trip or expedition from one place to another

2. process of development: a gradual passing from one state to another regarded as more advanced, e.g. from innocence to mature awareness
:a spiritual journey
:b emotional state
What type of journey makes your art so personal? Celebrate your individuality as an artist by showcasing your unique and highly personal vision. Share with us the journey that has brought you here.
Remember - we will have a $300 BEST of SHOW award!
First 2 submissions are $25/2, then just $10 each for additional images.
You may submit at the following drop-off locations until November 18:
IN-A-FLASH PHOTO Breckwood Blvd Springfield, MA
HUNT'S PHOTO AND VIDEO Rte 9 Hadley, MA
GICLEE OF NEW ENGLAND Main St Palmer, MA
Or until Fri Nov 20 at the Valley Photo Center open Tues-Fri 11am-2pm.
Looking forward to seeing you on our walls!