The Arts Council for Chautauqua County

    "Recognizing that a community which encourages, supports and fosters the arts empowers its citizens to think, work and live creatively, the Arts Council for Chautauqua County works to provide an environment in which the arts thrive."

Photography Exhibition Opens In September

“Backyards & Backroads” – The Photography of Barry Brentley, will show in The Wright Gallery, from Saturday September 6 through Sunday October 26.  A public reception will be held for the artist on September 6 at 6 p.m. A lifelong resident of Jamestown, Brentley is an engineer with SKF Aeroengine and has taught himself the art of photography.  He began to use digital cameras in recent years after some time away from standard film.  Brentley’s photography focuses on a variety of subjects including abandoned vehicles, older homes and nature itself. The Wright Gallery, at 116 East Third Street in Jamestown, is open from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays.  Private viewings may be made by appointment.  “Backyards & Backroads” is made possible by support from the New York State Council On The Arts and The Arts Council For Chautauqua County. read more