The Powell Gallery, located within the Toronto Camera Club, is a place where wonderful photographic exhibits are presented. Here is the lineup, thus far, for this Season.
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Current Gallery Show
November 17 – December 21, 2025. Curated by Anneliese Voigt.
Open to the Public (free): Mondays, November 17, 24 & December 01, 08, 15 from 5.30 pm to 7.00 pm, Saturday, December 06 from 1.00 pm to 4.00 pm.
This photography show features work from 30 participants - Alan Bell, Alice Da Silva, Barb McArthur, Bill Komar, Carolyn Ireland, Charles Wechsler, Fraser Shein, G Szeto, Gord McElroy, Ira Weiss, Ivan Goncharov, Jason Hashimoto, Jeff Stewart, John Meadows, Larry Sy, Madalina Lazar, Matt Frepp, Michael Done, Mike Afarian, Pat Gerada, Perry Cecchini, Rakel Goiri, Saoirse Cullen, Shelley Hassard, Sheryl Kingstone, Stephen Dunn, Tanya Pikula, Tony Mandle, Vivian Tsang, Zoltan Harsanui - each sharing their own view of the world. The images cover a wide range of subjects, offering a lively mix of styles, interests, and personal expression.
Iskouhee Kirakosyan, Powell Gallery Director/Curator,
Image Credit: Emotion In Motion by Saoirse Cullen
Upcoming Gallery Show
January 05 – February 02, 2026: Unreal Realities – Abstract Photography
A group show by the TCC members in the Masters Division.
Abstract photography explores the expressive potential of form, colour, light, and texture beyond recognizable subjects. By emphasizing visual elements rather than literal representation, these images invite viewers to engage with perception itself — to see familiar materials and spaces in unfamiliar ways. This exhibition will present works that challenge the boundaries of photographic realism, offering a contemplative experience where meaning emerges through rhythm, structure, and the play of light.
Participation Guidelines
Eligibility: Open to Toronto Camera Club members in the Masters Division.
Number of Prints: One submission per member.
Subject: Any abstract image (AI-generated work is not accepted).
Presentation: Artwork should be ready to hang in the gallery, with hooks or hanging wire securely attached to the back.
Framing Options: Regular frame, canvas, metal, or acrylic prints are all acceptable.
Dimensions: Maximum size is 24 inches on the longest side.
Labelling: Attach a label to the back of the piece with the title and maker’s name.
Submission Details:
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Intent to Participate: Please confirm your participation by November 24, 2025.
Email:
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Delivery Deadline: Deliver your print to the club by December 15, 2025.
Prints can be brought in on Monday evenings — November 24, December 1, 8, or 15.
Questions:
If you have any questions, please visit the gallery. Any of our curators on duty will be happy to assist you.
February 09 – March 09, 2026 - Places, Faces, and Other Fun Spaces by Susan Lemieux
March 16 – April 20, 2026 – TBA
April 27 – May 30, 2026 – A group show, TBA - Contact Photography Festival
Past Gallery Shows
October 18 - November 10, 2025. Memories of Mongolia by Lawrence Bernstein
Open to the public (free): Mondays: October 20, 27, November 03, 10 from 5:30pm to 7:00pm
Saturdays and Sundays: October 18, 19, 25, 26 from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm.
Lawrence has been a member of the Toronto Camera Club since 2019 and chaired the Lecture Series for several years, during which time club members benefited from a wide range of distinguished presenters. In 2022, he held an exceptional solo exhibition at the Powell Gallery titled Metropolis – A Photographic Exploration of My City. His work was also included in group exhibitions at the Powell Gallery during the CONTACT 2023, 24 and 25 photography festivals.
Lawrence’s artistic journey was born out of a career in the Earth Sciences. He has had a life-long passion for both photography and the Earth Sciences and holds MSc and PhD degrees in the Earth Sciences. His photography expresses a deep curiosity about the patterns, structure, and substance of human and natural environments. Lawrence describes Memories of Mongolia as an exploration of windblown sand, sweeping curves, deep shadows, flat and flinty landscapes, muted earth tones, deep valleys, high hills, and proud, beautiful people.
Iskouhee Kirakosyan, Powell Gallery Director/Curator,
September 08, 25 - October 06, 2025.: The 2025 McGregor Nature Trophy Winners Exhibit
Open to the Public on Mondays: September 08, 15, 22, 29 and October 06 from 5:30pm to 7:00pm, and on Saturday, September 20, from 10am – 4pm.
The McGregor Trophy is one of the Club’s most prestigious honours — and, quite literally, one of the heaviest — crafted almost 70 years ago.
Established in 1956 by dedicated members Harry and Kay McGregor, the award was created to promote the then-burgeoning field of nature photography. The McGregors welcomed judging sessions and workshops into their home, and Kay — a distinguished nature photographer — chaired the Nature Competitions for many years. Her work appeared in leading nature magazines and calendars.
This exhibition features 31 images by Bill Komar, Bonnie Cutten, Catalin Sandu, Christopher Siou, Connie Lee, Doug Morris, Felix Rivero, Fraser Shein, Guilherme Andrade, Janna Cheng, Monica Dingle, Pat Gerada, Ron Pearson, Scott Bennett, Stephen Dunn. Tony Mandle, Vladimir Palchkov, as well as Andrew Wodzinski, Anneliese Voigt, Barbara McArthur, Dror Orbach, Gareth Jones, Howard Weinberg, Stewart Stein, Susan Lemieux, Terry Jankelow, Yves L’Italien, selected from the 581 submitted to the three Nature Competitions of 2024/2025. Twenty-one are the season’s top winners, and ten are curator’s choices — also from winning works. Space constraints meant leaving out many spectacular entries. This photography show celebrates the breathtaking beauty of the natural world, featuring extraordinary wildlife and landscape images captured with remarkable skill and vision. From dramatic vistas bathed in golden light to intimate portraits of animals in their natural habitats, each photograph invites viewers to pause and connect with the wonder of nature. The collection showcases diverse environments, from serene, untouched wilderness to rugged, awe-inspiring terrains. Every image tells a story—of fleeting moments, untamed beauty, and the artistry of observation—offering a visual journey that is both inspiring and unforgettable. A must-see for lovers of nature, photography, and the extraordinary.
Almost all the photographs are accompanied by technical details and fascinating insights into the moment of capture.
Iskouhee Kirakosyan, Powell Gallery Director/Curator,
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if you have an interesting concept for a photography exhibit. There is space for 20-25 images to be displayed. The exhibitor can choose from a variety of options: images can be custom framed, printed on canvas, metal or acrylic. The images can also simply be stretched on a foam board. The Powell Gallery owns 25 black frames (16x20) without mats that can be used for the show as well.
Please join us in the Powell Gallery (upstairs) on your next visit to the Toronto Camera Club.