‘Structure’ exhibit charms Overlook Auxiliary Gallery

An exhibit called Structure that features a series of photographs is now on display through April 4, at Overlook

Auxiliary Gallery inside the Overlook Hospital in Summit, N.J.

The Structure exhibit, curated by Ray Yaros, consists of 68 photographs made by 19 New Jersey Photography Forum (NJPF) members.

The photographers challenged their talents to create images that focus on an arrangement and organization of interrelated elements in material objects, or systems.

“Material structures include man-made objects such as buildings and machines, but could be something from nature as well, as with a spider web, or an amazing tree trunk,” states Nancy Ori of NJPF.

She explains that there are often details in objects such as a grand staircase, or a church roof where the beauty of the design far exceeds the intended purpose.

The NJPF is a group of experienced photographers that was started in 1995 by Ori, who is from Berkeley Heights, and by Michael Creem, from Summit. It serves as an opportunity to gather and talk about their work, as well as to explore exhibition opportunities within the fine arts community.

“The group has grown over the years to become the largest and most recognized group of fine art exhibiting photographers in the State,” Ori says.

Members have a variety of artistic styles and use a wide range of photographic techniques, she states.

They produce 10-12 exhibits annually throughout the State and welcome new members to their monthly meetings at the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey in Summit.

The Structure exhibit at the Overlook Hospital is on the fifth floor. It is a free-of-charge show opened to the public 24 hours each day. Ask the receptionist at the main entrance for directions.