The Island outliers
Bob Avakian • Wendy Mills • Dan Lemaitre • Cary Hazlegrove
About the Exhibition
An outlier is a person or thing away from or detached from the main body or system.
There's nothing quite like Island living, experiencing a place separated from the everyday hustle and bustle of life, surrounded by the ocean, and offering a sense of peace and serenity not found on the mainland. Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard provide some of the most lavish backdrops for photographers, artists, and coastal admirers, luring thousands of visitors each year to glimpse its unparalleled tranquility, unique character, and salty fresh air.
Our Island Outliers show highlights four island residents - Bob Avakian of Martha's Vineyard and Cary Hazlegrove, Dan Lemaitre, and Wendy Mills of Nantucket. As true Islanders, they've dedicated their photographic careers to capturing the essence of the islands they inhabit and the beauty that draws so many people to their shores. Whether detailing the still lives of the tiny pieces that define the island's natural beauty or capturing the sweeping landscapes and seascapes that show the light and power of its coastlines and untouched beaches or the energy of its roaring seas, these photographers show the inner pulse of these two famous islands and offer us all a chance to experience their charm.
With this unique and collaborative collection, we invite you to enjoy a glimpse into the Island life and get to know four very different photographers and how they view the islands they call home.
Wendy Mills
Wendy Mills is lucky to say the Nantucket is her home. Originally from the snowy area of Syracuse, NY, she has found her way to Nantucket during those fun college years and never left. Mills is inspired by the world around her. Those magic moments when the sun hits the ocean just right, the moodiness of the changing seasons, a silly grin on a child’s face. Photography on Nantucket offers the time and space for nature to unfurl, families to dig their feet in the sand and connections to be captured. Other things like architecture, food, and great designs of any sort are inspirational.