November 9, 2006 – January 28, 2007
Sam Abell Photographs on Display at Meridian
A National Geographic exhibit, Australia Through the National Geographic Lens, which artfully documents the nature, character, and treasured landscapes in Australia, opens on Nov. 9, 2006 at Meridian International Center. The photographs by renowned and highly esteemed National Geographic photographer Sam Abell capture the enduring beauty of Australia’s diverse landscapes, both lush and austere. The exhibition will be presented at Meridian in collaboration with the National Geographic Society and the Embassy of Australia.
The 38 images by Abell are highlights from his National Geographic book, Australia: Journey Through a Timeless Land. “From the crocodiles of the Cape York Peninsula to lonely outback sheep stations and sites of ancient aboriginal rock art, Abell takes viewers on an unforgettable tour of Australia,” the Society says.
Abell, who learned photography from his father at a young age, has been a photographer for National Geographic since 1970, during which time he has given his vision to more than 20 articles and nine books. His personal philosophy and vision as an artist blur the distinctions between his professional and personal work: He considers his work to be portraits of a life, not of a career. For him, photography, whether done on assignment or as a personal pursuit, is a means of spiritual expression.
Australia Through the National Geographic Lens be on view at Meridian’s White-Meyer Galleries from Nov. 9, 2006, through Jan. 28, 2007. The exhibition is organized, produced, and circulated by the National Geographic Museum at Explorers Hall. The National Geographic Society is one of the world's largest nonprofit scientific and educational organizations. Founded in 1888 to "increase and diffuse geographic knowledge," the Society today works to inspire people to care about the planet. The National Geographic Museum at Explorers Hall produces exhibits based on National Geographic projects and products, which are displayed at the Society’s headquarters in Washington, D.C. and travel to museums around the world.
