Slideshow showcases famed photographer E.B. Gilliland
Photo by Ed Gilliland
After a six-month delay, the Northwest Montana History Museum presents a much anticipated slide show of the E.B. Gilliland Photography Collection. The museum will be offering a glimpse through “The Lens of Ed Gilliland” from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, May 11.
Photography historian and museum board member Arne Boveng will present an “analog film night” of Gilliland’s photography and unofficial public unveiling of this remarkable collection. All the slides are large format, at least two or three times larger than the typical 35 mm. The brilliance, clarity and precision of these slides (mounted between glass plates) is far greater than nearly any other photography format.
Every negative is an Ed-Gilliland-original taken in the 1980s or 1990s. Besides his beloved Glacier Park, Gilliland’s photography from the American Southwest and Pacific Coast will also be highlighted.
Known for his ability to capture light perfectly, Gilliland would often return to the same location day after day or multiple times throughout the year to reveal changes to the landscape. Photography aficionados will be able to spot the subtle, yet remarkable differences in the different slide formats.
The event is free and open to the public.
Before and after the slideshow, attendees will be able to view and purchase some of Gilliland’s printed work and historic photographs, including some images professionally mounted on foam board and ready for framing. Proceeds support the Northwest Montana Historical Society.
The slideshow starts at 7 p.m. with doors opening at 6 p.m. to give everyone a chance to view the prints for themselves. Beer, wine and pop will be available for purchase before and during the presentation.
The Northwest Montana History Museum is located at 124 Second Ave. E., Kalispell. For more information, call 406-756-8381.