New Hampshire Art Association fine art photographer Nicki French will have her work displayed in an exhibit titled, “A Few of My Favorite Things,” at the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center beginning Oct. 26.
Each image in French’s exhibit begins with the photographing of one of her favorite things combined with locally grown garden flowers and wildflowers; and sometimes, a unique flower found at the local flower shop will be added to throw in a twist to the still life shot.
With her photograph functioning as the base of her art, French then makes use of various digital tools and techniques to create her final artwork.
“Using a few of my favorite things to create this exhibit conjures a spark deep down in my soul,” French said. “The vintage camera depicts my love of photography and how far it has developed over the years . . . from the vintage camera in the image to the digital tools and techniques to create my artwork. As for the flowers, it’s a reminder of the special times spent with my grandmother collecting wildflowers to include in bouquets combined with her beautiful garden flowers.”
French’s creations are one of vision and spontaneity, using the natural light as she photographs, and applying a variety of tools and techniques to her photographs until her vision has come to fruition. She sets out to fashion an image that will make one stop, think, and feel, even if it’s only for a second.
“My hope is that the exhibit will inspire others to think about those special times in their life that have made them who they are today, and celebrate those special moments,” she said.
French has lived in New Hampshire all her life, studying photography on her own and mentoring with other photographers. As an award-winning photographer, her work has been selected for juried exhibitions, and shows throughout the state.
She continues to learn about photography and art as a juried member of New Hampshire Art Association and a member of Women’s Caucus for Arts/NH, and many photography associations.
The last words Nick would share with anyone would be, “Stop, close your eyes, and take a deep breath; and when you are ready to open your eyes, let a piece of art and what’s around you resonate with your soul.”
French’s exhibit will run at the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center from Oct. 26 through Dec. 23.
The gallery hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit the Chambers website, concordnhchamber.com, for more.