Gardnerville's DST Coffee hosts local photography exhibit through Feb. 19
All New Photographs of Northern Nevada Displayed at DST Coffee.
If you saw the first showing, come enjoy all the new photographs.
Local artist Mark Gillard photo exhibit at DST Coffee, 1411 Main Street, Gardnerville, NV 89410. Today through Sunday, Feb. 19.
DST Coffee HoursMondays – Saturdays 7am – 6’ish
Sundays 8am – 4’ish
About the Artist
My Dad gave me my first camera when I was eight. I would lay at the trunk of a tree and shoot upwards. That was the beginning of a love affair with photography that continues to this day.
Our areas in Northern Nevada are full of beauty. While I have my favorite places, I also love going out exploring. Inevitably, I find something new to enjoy.
For years, I was hooked on social media. When I looked through my lens, I was always thinking of posting photos. Life experiences became photo ops. I wasn’t present to enjoy what I was participating in.
Almost two years ago now, I stopped being active on all social media sites from Facebook to Twitter. It was one of the best decisions I’ve made.
As I drive around our area, I always remind myself to stay away from being stuck behind my camera but, instead, to just enjoy my day’s journey. When I’m traveling around, I follow my intuition. If the thought comes to mind “turn left”, I turn left. The things I see bring surprise, joy, and awe.
A lot of times, I’m driving through areas that I’ve been to many times before. Inevitably, I see things of interest that I’ve never noticed before.
From my heart to yours.
Mark Gillard