Each month, the library offers a new art exhibit for patrons to browse, in our hallway and on the east and west walls of our Meeting Room. Drop in any time during opening hours to see the work of artists in our community.
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Joseph Roberti
Showing in the Hallway Gallery from August 2nd to August 30th, 2026
I was born in a small hill town (San Giorgio) on the Adriatic coast of Italy, in the Marche region. My family and I moved to Branford, CT when I was eight years old. I attended Branford High School, Yale University (BA), SCSU (art teaching certificate), and Wesleyan University (MA). I taught fine art and photography at North Branford High School for 32 years.
Finding beauty and intrigue in many different subjects, I am interested in exploring various themes and subject matter in my art: nature, landscape, people, animals, architecture, etc. I hope you enjoy viewing my drawings and paintings. You can contact me at josephroberti@sbcglobal.net if you have any questions or comments or if you wish to purchase any of my works.
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Ellen Lee Hoverkamp
Showing in the Meeting Room Galleries from August 2nd to August 30th
Seasons of Remembrance
Ellen Lee Hoverkamp faced a four year long battle with ALK-positive (anaplastic lymphoma kinase) non-small cell lung cancer after being diagnosed in 2019 and died on October 10, 2023. Throughout her illness, she continued creating her acclaimed botanical scanner photography, using art as both a creative outlet and a source of resilience. Hoverkamp was a pioneer in creating these unique images using a technique called scanner photography, or scanography.
Instead of using a camera, she carefully arranged fresh flowers, leaves, seed pods, and other natural objects directly on the glass bed of a high-resolution flatbed scanner or sometimes suspending them just above the bed using wire and an inventive armature . She typically scanned in total darkness with the lid opened creating an ethereal black background; giving the finished images a dramatic, luminous and gravity-defying appearance . The scanners camera captures exceptionally fine detail, allowing viewers to see delicate textures, patterns, and subtle color variations that are difficult to achieve with conventional photography or with the naked eye.
Artist wishing to exhibit?
Artists interested in exhibiting their work are invited to submit a proposal. Artwork must be mountable on our gallery boards and appropriate for family viewing. Preference is given to local and Connecticut artists.
Has the library confirmed your gallery details? Please submit a signed hold harmless and submit the details of your exhibit at least one month in advance of your display.