Please join us Saturday, July 10, 2010 from 2-4 p.m. for a reception to celebrate the opening of a solo show featuring the work of James Hoggard, a photographer based in Fredonia, NY.

For his exhibition, Hoggard will present 19 large-format photographs which capture the soft light, subtle details, and unique beauty of the surrounding natural landscape, as well as older architecture of Western New York such as town scenes, historic buildings, and cemeteries. According to the artist, "People venture into the wilderness for many reasons: adventure, escape, or even business. But, the most gratifying aspect of wilderness is the stillness it provides for anyone who is willing to receive it. The resulting experience is the peace and solace that occurs when one is quiet and calm. Without the distractions of the human world, a person can truly be still. With this stillness the powers of observation are heightened and a new world unfolds before one's eyes. I hope to convey this stillness, this solace, and sense of calm in my photographs so the viewer may experience the peaceful places that I enjoy."

This event is free and open to the public. Exhibition opens July 3 and runs through August 7, 2010.