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PhotoMidwest 700 Rayovac Drive, Madison, Wisconsin 53719
press release: PhotoMidwest is doing its part to help protect the health of our members and the community at large during the current health emergency.
Following recommendations and guidelines from health agencies, the PhotoMidwest Board has decided to suspend all in-person activities until further notice. This includes Interest Group meetings, classes, Third Thursday talks, and outreach activities. Our darkroom, digital print lab, and exhibit gallery will also close, and we are temporarily disabling door access codes to the studio.
We will assess the situation periodically and will keep you informed through the newsletter and by direct email when activities resume. We are also exploring ways to meet online via video conference and will let you know if or when that becomes an option.
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Thank you for your understanding and continued support. Contact media@photomidwest.org with questions.
Images of the Northwoods
Artist statement: Several years ago we acquired a rustic cabin on a small island in northern Wisconsin near Hayward. Most of the pictures in this exhibit are taken from the island. I have been attracted to the Northwoods for many years, growing up in Colorado and living in Michigan for seven years and Wisconsin for 43. We did many canoe camping trips in the wilderness areas of northern Ontario and in the Boundary Waters of Minnesota. Of special interest has been trying to photograph wildlife in their natural setting. Even though our island is only 5 acres, there’s a surprising number of wildlife that we’ve been able to observe. A resident pair of bald eagles, loons as well as turtles and other birdlife provide a constant source of interest. In addition, we have at least caught glimpses or seen signs of foxes, porcupine, otter, and beaver.
Opening reception on Thursday, March 5, 2020; exhibit to run from March 1 to April 28, 2020, at PhotoMidwest, 700 Rayovac Drive, Suite 212, Madison.