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On view from September 19 - November 9, 2014, The Color of Time: From Dusk to Dawn features the newest body of work by photographer Tod Gangler. The enchanting photographs subtly examine Ballard as a neighborhood in transition.

Gangler’s photographs are made with a unique process that includes a long exposure time, which not only creates beautiful, intriguing images, but also alludes to the rich history of the art and science of photography. The effect of these long exposures is a sense in the photographs that time is collapsed, segmented out, and emphasized.

The images, which focus on some of the oldest buildings in Ballard, encourage discussion of the meaning of community and place. Many of the buildings and businesses in Gangler’s series have been torn down to make way for new development.

As a prelude to its move to Market Street, the Nordic Heritage Museum is proud to present The Color of Time: From Dusk to Dawn as a means to reflect on its neighborhood’s recent past and approaching

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Exhibition–Related Programs at the Museum

Preview and Reception for Museum Members September 18, 2014, 6-8pm

Museum members are invited to join us for a preview of the exhibition before it opens to the public. There will be remarks and a reception.

Lecture: The Color of Time: The History of Early Photography and Process October 8, 2014, 7pm

In 1979 Tod Gangler moved to Seattle and began the work of re-inventing and mastering carbon printing. After 20 years of failures and hard work, he has finally succeeded. In his lecture Gangler will talk about the history of early photography and his own work

Lecture: Caring for Your Heirloom Photographs October 18, 2014, 2-4pm

Photographs need proper care to survive. Learn the museum’s tricks and techniques for caring for our photo collection and the different ways to safely show or store photographs. Join Lisa Hill-Festa, Curator of Collections, for a workshop on the care, display, and storage of both digital and non-digital photographs and a behind-the-scenes tour of our photo storage.

Community Event: Ballard: Best Place Ever October 23, 2014, 7pm

Join us in a community event celebrating Ballard old and new. Ballard residents, business owners, artists and musicians will gather for a fun evening of talks, music, food and vendors. Local speakers will give short presentations on topics like art, urban farming, beer brewing, and food. Homegrown musicians will entertain and local vendors will offer Ballard related items for sale.

Images: All photographs are by Tod Gangler and are featured in the exhibition.

Exhibition support is provided by: The Maurer Family Foundation