January 1, 2021 is going to be a new day! We’re celebrating with a photography exhibit of sunrise photos taken at the Evanston lakefront curated by Ted Glasoe. All work is displayed in the gallery windows for viewing and is for sale, with a percent of the funds going to support the Alliance for the Great Lakes.

Photo above by Ted Glasoe, exhibiting artists include Christina Coons, Demayne Murphy, Erika Anderson, Jeanne LaCasse, Kendra Robinson, Sayle Moser.

All photos will be priced at $250; $50 will go to support the Alliance for the Great Lakes Fundraiser, $200 will go to the artist. Photos will be exhibited in the gallery windows, viewable from the street, displayed unframed, 20”w x 16”h.

Jan. 1 - 15, Exhibition at 1100 Florence Gallery, Evanston

Halloween Cauldron

At sunrise on Halloween, the lake bubbled and splashed like a cauldron. As the sun broke the horizon, the orange light caught the tips of the waves. I wanted to capture the sense of movement and the fiery light of the morning.

Erika Anderson was born and raised in Evanston. A keen observer of nature, she focuses on details to showcase a fleeting moment in time. She strives to capture unique perspectives and compositions at the intersection of land, light, and water.

Morning Meditations

My love affair with Lake Michigan began decades ago. Having been mesmerized by her mercurial nature, I embarked on a project to witness and record the seemingly endless breathtaking display of light, color and texture that she reveals at the dawn of each day. The process became meditative.

Since childhood, I’ve used many different vehicles as my means of expression – drawing, mixed media, collage, photography, painting, fashion & interior design. For decades, my various cameras have served not only as a visual diary but through experimentation, an art making tool. Spanning several mediums, my work encapsulates places I’ve been, places I’ve never been, places that I long to go to. -Jeanne LaCasse

Lee Street Beach 538am

I swim in Lake Michigan every morning, and I’ve taken a sunrise photo every morning in 2020 since May. It is fascinating to see how much our beautiful lake changes with the seasons and the weather. I’ve captured many striking images but August 1st stood out for its combination of waves and dramatic sky.

Kendra Robinson is a textile designer and ardent open water swimmer.

Summer Beach Days Drifting Away

2020 was a different year. Despite all the uncertainty during the COVID-19 pandemic, sunrises brought a feeling of hope each day. This beautiful October morning had stunning colors and light. After I took this photo, the lifeguard stand was hauled away, officially ending summer beach days.

Christina Coons lives in Evanston and enjoys taking long walks to capture memorable moments in nature.

Sunrise by Candlelight

I am captivated by the ever-changing rising of the sun and its relationship to the water, the land, and the objects found in this vicinity. I happened to notice that a buoy had been pushed closer to shore by rough waters. The angle of the sun changes rapidly at sunrise so I waded out as quickly as I could into the waves to catch the alignment I envisioned.

I am a self-taught amateur living and creating in Evanston. I began my photographic journey in 2017 in an attempt to become more present to myself and the world around me. The purposeful act of photography creates an energetic connection with my subject. That momentary bond anchors me in time with the capturing of an otherwise fleeting image. These ties allow me to explore the world in a less transitory and more embodied way. - Demayne Murphy

Whole and Perfect As You Are

Watching the sunrise on Lake Michigan reminds me of the unlimited potential truly available. In this state of being my heart cracks open and gifts me divine hope and inspiration. In turn, my hope is this image leads you to connect with Lake Michigan and has meaning or creates meaning for you.

Sayle Moser is based in Evanston, and she specializes in Fine Art Photography. Her body of work is a fusion of 25 years of travel and cultural exploration. Sayle’s inspirations are water, nature, botanical, spiritual, angel statues, and architecture.

Fiery Sunrise

Photographing Lake Michigan is my passion. I strive to capture images that convey my curiosity about and appreciation of this magnificent natural wonder, creating a constantly evolving portrait of the lake.

Ted Glasoe is an award-winning nature and landscape photographer specializing in art that celebrates Lake Michigan. Through his work, he also advocates for the conservation and protection of the Great Lakes.

Ted Glasoe Bio (https://www.tedglasoe.com)

Ted Glasoe is a native Minnesotan who grew up in and around inland lakes. He is now an award-winning nature and landscape photographer living on the shores of Lake Michigan. He has found his artistic niche and built his reputation focusing on imagery showcasing the beauty of water. In the process, he has become more passionate about conservation and protection of Lake Michigan, in particular, and water and our natural world in general. 

Alliance for the Great Lakes (greatlakes.org)

The Alliance for the Great Lakes is a nonpartisan nonprofit working across the region to protect our most precious resource: the fresh, clean, and natural waters of the Great Lakes. Our staff are headquartered in Chicago, with additional offices in Michigan, Ohio, New York, and Wisconsin. Our Board of Directors represents a wide range of interests and expertise from around the Great Lakes region. Our work is made possible by our generous supporters.

1100 Florence Gallery (https://www.1100florence.com)

Once a Polish Meat Shop, then a cabinet shop, this storefront now houses art and events, with easy street access and plenty of sunlight! Located on the corner of Greenleaf and Flornece at 1100 Florence Ave.