Upper Gallery Featured Artist: KERRY DRAGERType of Art: FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHYOpening Reception: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11, 5-7 PM Kerry Drager is a photographer, writer and instructor who lives in Morro Bay with his wife, landscape oil painter Mary Summers. He is the author of three photo how-to books and the co-author of two photo-essay books, all nationally published. Known for his friendly style, he teaches photography through Cuesta College Community Programs and BPSOP.com. Says Kerry: “My photography evolved out of a love of the outdoors, as well as a desire to share my vision with others. Although I enjoy viewing digital art, my own work relies on in-camera techniques, rather than Photoshop, in order to capture the scenes and colors as I saw them. The pursuit of inspiring subjects and beautiful light … these have always been satisfying goals!” In addition, Kerry has been profiled in Outdoor Photographer and Shutterbug magazines. He is also active on Facebook and Instagram, regularly posting photos with shooting tips and insights.

GUEST FEATURED Artist—CARLO CHRISTIANType of Art:  FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHYExhibit Beginning:  NOVEMBER 1, 2020 Exhibit Ending: NOVEMBER 29, 2020 Location:  GALLERY AT MARINA SQUARE, 601 EMBARCADERO, SUITE 10, MORRO BAY, CA 93442 Event Contact Number:  805-772-1068Artist Statement: In Carlo Christian’s own words:“From a young age, I have been in love with the craft and art of photography. I was fortunate to work as a commercial printer in two prestigious photo labs, as well as, an assistant photographer in a high-end fashion studio. Today I work as a chemist and own a small studio and photography business. “My interest in history, both natural and human, informs my choice of photographic subjects. My favorite mentor taught me when outdoors nature tells us about relationships, the cycles of life and matter, organic and inorganic: “just look around and listen.” This lesson still inspires my photographic vision. “I love revisiting deserted buildings, farms, ranches and junk yards over time as they return to nature—the sacred circle. These abandoned places whisper stories of our ancestor’s dreams and lives when we take the time to look and listen. My ambition is to share those impressions.”