ViewPoint Gallery in Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada exhibits fine art photography. Founded in 2000, ViewPoints shows monthly exhibitions and hosts a variety of photography focused events.
INSPIRING, ENGAGING, EDUCATING AND PROMOTING THE ART OF PHOTOGRAPHY
THIS MONTH'S EXHIBITIONS
FISHBOWL POETRY
NSCAD Photography Collective
January 8 - February 1, 2026
Opening reception: Thursday, January 8, 6-8pm
Artists' Talk: Sunday, January 18, 2-3pm
Fishbowl Poetry is a collaborative show by the NSCAD Photography Collective which aims to create a narrative through artwork based on isolated lines from the poem "the wanderer".
A variety of artists express their interpretations of the poem's fragments, displaying the perspectives that form when pieces are isolated from their source.
SPOTLIGHT
This month, ViewPoint Gallery also features work by members Rae Tang, Heather Rose, Evan Purney, Ron Pitts, Kim Ottenbrite, Allan Neilsen, Chris Kelly, Dean Hirtle, Graeme Coxon, Colin Chase, and Craig Benjamin.
VIEWPOINT INTERNATIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION
December 2025 COMPETITION WINNER
Stéphan Martin (Canada)
"Launching Pad"
Artist Statement:
April 2023, Lower Prospect, Nova Scotia, Canada. A quaint fishing community characterized by its rocky shores and numerous small islands.
Price: $125
Biography:
Stéphan Martin immigrated to Nova Scotia with his family in 2020, settling in Halifax after moving from Brittany, France. His photographic journey is influenced by coastal landscapes, a recurring theme in his work. In addition to his landscape photography, Stéphan enjoys exploring various photographic techniques, such as long exposures, and delving into different genres, including street photography, portraiture, and wildlife
ViewPoint Gallery's annual International Photography Competition provides an opportunity for 12 selected artists to display their winning entries at our gallery for one month each. Open to all photographers, from any region of the world, working in any style of photography. The 2026 competition is now open.
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Fresh Eyes is a monthly exhibition series at ViewPoint Gallery designed to showcase the work of photographers from the Martime provinces.
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OUR NEXT OPEN PRINT REVIEW
Saturday, Saturday February 7
10am to Noon
Print reviews are open to the public and free of charge! Bring your prints (any size, framed or not) for a friendly critique led by a Gallery member. If you've ever wondered what others think of your work but were too shy to ask or always received the dreaded "It's nice" response, this is your opportunity. We hope to see you there!
LOOKING AHEAD
NewPoints 2026
February 5 - March 1
Join us in in welcoming new members Kas Stone and Mary Kyd
Infinite Perspectives
Laszlo Podor
March 5-29, 2026
Small wonders to grand vistas.