FEATURE EXHIBIT
Into the Darkroom: Photography as History and Artform is a complete exploration into the technological and creative medium of photography. In addition to uncovering its origins and evolution, visitors will also learn about photographers in Gaston County, from traveling photographers before the turn of the 20th century through the digital age of photography. As photography developed, so did the artistry, creativity, and tricks of the eye. Four modern photographers (Rick Haithcox, Bae Hart, Grant Baldwin, and Emily Núñez) will display their artform to reveal the technical skill, attention to light and texture, and perspective required to take a truly stunning photograph.
Across the hall, visitors of all ages can step inside a darkroom to experience photography development, learn about trick photography, and even take a selfie with a polaroid camera.
This exhibit will be on display at the Gaston County Museum of Art & History from May 31, 2022 through July 29, 2023.
“En el cuarto oscuro: la fotografía como historia y forma de arte” es una exploración total de los aspectos tecnológicos y creativos del medio fotográfico. Además de descubrir sus orígenes y su evolución, los visitantes también pueden aprender sobre fotógrafos del condado de Gaston, desde los fotógrafos itinerantes de antes del comienzo del siglo XX hasta la era de la fotografía digital. Con el desarrollo de la fotografía, también se desarrolló el arte, la creatividad y las ilusiones visuales. Cuatro fotógrafos modernos (Rick Haithcox, Bae Hart, Grant Baldwin y Emily Núñez) exhibirán su forma de arte para revelar las competencias técnicas, la atención a la luz y la textura, y la perspectiva necesarias para tomar una fotografía realmente impresionante. Al otro lado del salón, los visitantes de todas las edades pueden ingresar a un cuarto oscuro para experimentar el revelado fotográfico, aprender sobre el trucaje fotográfico e incluso tomarse una selfie con una cámara Polaroid.
La muestra estará en exhibición en Gaston County Museum of Art & History, desde el 31 de mayo de 2022 al 29 de julio de 2023.
CURRENT EXHIBITS
Bullpen Gallery
The Bullpen gallery highlights local and regional art through rotating exhibits.
One County, Many Voices
The Gaston County Museum is excited to announce a new exhibit: "One County, Many Voices." This exhibit was made possible through collaboration with Gaston
The Ties That Bind
The Ties that Bind showcases the history and the people that were behind our county’s most storied industry.
Sculpture Garden
Located in the backyard of the Museum, the Sculpture Garden features 8 sculptures from local artists.
Hoffman Hotel Rooms
Experience the Museum’s Hoffman Hotel years by viewing three existing period rooms and a hands-on hotel room on the third floor.
Depot
One of the Museum’s primary art galleries, the Carolina & Northwestern Train Depot was built in 1903 and was moved to the museum in 1977.
Carriage House
The Daniel Stowe Carriage House is home to North Carolina’s largest collection of horse drawn vehicles.
Gathering Room
Discover more of Gaston County's rich and diverse history in rotating Gathering Room exhibits.
Loray Mill
Nicknamed “Spindle City”, Gastonia was the center of the southern textile industry in the early 1900s.
PAST EXHIBITS
Technology that Changed the World
February 8 - April 29 2022
Sacred Geometry; A Biggers Immersive
September 18 2021- April 23rd 2022
A Southern Perspective: Artwork from the Gaston County
Museum Collection
May 29 - August 18, 2018
The Artwork of Greta Marie Carlos
May 29 - August 18, 2018
Then and Now: Gaston County Through the Ages
May 26 - October 27, 2018
Artistry in Wood
October 14, 2017- March 31, 2018
Shut In, A Regional Juried Exhibit
January 29 - March 19 2022
People, Places, & Promises, The Artwork of James C. Biggers
June 19 2021- April 23 2022
Cabinets of Curiosities
May 27, 2017- March 3, 2018
World War 1: Hometown Heroes
May 21, 2016- March 4, 2018
Hallowed Ground: How We Remember Our Dead
October 7, 2015- March 5, 2016
A Stitch of Comfort: Quilting as an Art
January 30 - April 9, 2016
