Throughout history, people have turned to nature in search of beauty and quiet, though each generation expresses this impulse differently. The original Byrdcliffe inhabitants were followers of the Arts and Crafts movement, itself a reaction to the impersonal mechanization of the Industrial Revolution—its noise, pollution, and repetitive factory labor.

That movement arose in a time of profound change: the invention of photography and

the steam engine, the spread of Darwinism, the rise of communism, and the

migration of workers from farms to cities. Our present moment is also defined

by upheaval, with the earth itself taking center stage. No longer can we take

her for granted; we must embrace change or face the consequences.

Today, amid the ubiquity of the internet, the rise of AI, and the erosion of trust in

images, we look to the natural world for stability—for a connection to what is

real, and for a sense of awe and wonder.

This exhibition brings antique landscape paintings from the Byrdcliffe collection

into dialogue with fifty contemporary landscape photographs by fifteen women

artists, all rooted in the shared space of the Hudson Valley.

Byrdcliffe Artists:

Victor Anderson, John F. Carlson, Birge Harrison, Agnes Richmond, Zulma Steele

Contemporary Artists:

Gail Albert, Joan Barker, Ana Bergen, Nancy Donskoj, Jill Enfield, Mary Ann Glass,

Lori Grinker, Maria Fernanda Hubeaut, Kay Kenny, Dorothea Marcus, Dana Matthews, Meryl Meisler, Susan Phillips, Carla Shapiro, Kelly Sinclair, Ruth Wetzel

Circle 46 Gallery, in partnership with the Women Photographers Collective of the Mid-Hudson Valley, is proud to present What We See, a group exhibition featuring regional artists whose photographs explore both literal and metaphorical connections to the Hudson Valley.

The exhibition gathers a wide range of photographic perspectives—from intimate domestic still lifes to expansive landscapes, from abstract light studies to shimmering reflections in water and glass. Moving between clarity and mystery, presence and memory, these works invite viewers to pause at the thresholds of perception. Collectively, they affirm that photography is not only a means of documenting the visible world but also a way of revealing the layers of history, spirit, and imagination that shape how we see.

Aligned with Circle 46 Gallery’s mission to nurture local creativity and foster connection within Hudson’s thriving artistic community, What We See celebrates the dialogue between emerging and established artists, affirming Hudson’s place as a vital destination for contemporary art.

Artists in the exhibit: Gail Albert, Joan Barker, Ana Bergen, Shari Diamond, Nancy Donskoj, Jill Enfield, Karen Ghostlaw, Mary Ann Glass, Judit German Heins, Maria Fernanda Hubeaut, Kay Kenny, Dana Matthews, Charley Mitcherson, Susan Phillips, Carla Schapiro, Kelly Sinclair, Ruth Wetzel.

Vanda Gallery is proud to present Stilled Moments, an evocative exhibition showcasing the work of the Women Photographers Collective of the Mid-Hudson Valley. From January 11 to February 6, this captivating collection offers a glimpse into the delicate beauty of everyday life as seen through the lenses of women photographers. The exhibition explores the concept of stillness—capturing fleeting moments that resonate with quiet emotion and introspection.

Each photograph tells a unique story, reflecting the diversity and creativity of the collective’s members. Through varying styles and perspectives, Stilled Moments invites visitors to pause, reflect, and appreciate the subtle yet profound moments that often go unnoticed.

Join us for the opening reception on January 25 from 5-7 PM to meet the artists, celebrate the power of visual storytelling, and immerse yourself in this intimate journey through the Mid-Hudson Valley.