Ground Glass Photography announces 50th Year Anniversary Exhibits
The Ground Glass 50 Year Anniversary
The Ground Glass proudly celebrates its 50th Anniversary by presenting two inspiring member exhibitions. Founded in 1975 by Renata Rainer, The Ground Glass is one of the most highly regarded photographic societies in the region, bringing together photographers from across Westchester and Fairfield Counties. For half a century, 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.
During this milestone year, The Ground Glass honors its rich history by promoting new opportunities to support photographers, nurture artistic growth, and engage the wider community through the power of photography.
In celebration of this special anniversary, we are excited to announce our two upcoming juried member exhibitions and cordially invite the public:
50th Anniversary Exhibit by The Ground Glass
November 11-December 7, 2025
Chroma Fine Art Gallery, Katonah, NY
Opening Reception: Saturday, November 15th, 3:00-7:00 pm
https://chromafineartgallery.com/
50th Annual Ground Glass Members Show
April 20-May 16, 2026
The Rye Arts Center, Rye, NY
Opening Reception: To be announced
https://www.ryeartscenter.org/galleries
The exhibits are free and open to the public.
www.thegroundglass.org
Photo Credit: Susan Lawi
About The Ground Glass
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.