Submit your photos for new exhibit celebrating the Glimmerglass Historic District
Otsego 2000 is organizing an exhibit “Reflections on Glimmerglass” at the Smithy to mark the 25th anniversary of the Glimmerglass Historic District. Along with works by area artists, the exhibit will feature photographs, submitted by the public, of how they experience Otsego Lake, its shoreline, hills, architecture, flora and fauna, and waters.
The exhibit will also feature early 20th century photographs of Otsego Lake and recreational activities from the Smith-Telfer Collection as well as historic and literary quotations about Otsego Lake.
Up to 75 photographs submitted by the public will be printed and assembled into a visual quilt to illustrate how people experience the lake today.
“From swimming to fishing to birding to boating, Otsego Lake provides countless hours of recreation,” says Ellen Pope, executive director of Otsego 2000. “And, the natural beauty of the lake and its landscape is a source of inspiration and contemplation every day throughout the year.”
Pope said that the Glimmerglass Historic District is notable not only for its remarkably intact 19th and early 20th century architecture clustered around the lake, but even more so because it was among the first national historic districts to recognize the singularly beautiful natural landscape as integral to the community’s development over time.
“Because the community and the lake are so intrinsically linked, we want to showcase photos by the public that show the lake’s central role in our lives, our environment, and our community, from the micro to the macro,” says Pope.
If you are interested in having your photo included in the exhibit, please email info@otsego2000.org with “Glimmerglass” in the subject line. Photos must be available in high resolution (2-10 MB). One photo submission per person please. Photographers retain copyright to their submitted photographs. Otsego 2000 may publish and use the photos with photographer credit, including on its website and social media platforms.
The deadline for photo submission is June 19. Photos must be submitted as digital files, no physical photos will be accepted.
Please include in your email:
digital photo in high resolution (2-10 MB)
your full name
mailing address
photo number
brief description of photo
You also have the option of including a quote about what you enjoy most about Otsego Lake and the Glimmerglass Historic District.
For questions or for more information, contact Otsego 2000, 607/547-8881. Thank you for helping us celebrate the Glimmerglass Historic District.