New art exhibit explores Nature Photography as Mindful Meditation

The art gallery at the College of Health and Human Services is hosting an exhibition of  the work of Bill Krasean, a local photographer and retired reporter from the Kalamazoo Gazette. The exhibit, Nature Photography as Mindful Meditation, features photos Krasean has taken at numerous locations throughout Michigan and the United States.

"One of my great pleasures in retirement is walking in a woods or field, camera in hand, looking, listening and making images of nature’s gorgeous varieties," said Krasean. "It is a kind of mindful meditation, very relaxing and rejuvenating."

The exhibit is currently on display in the second floor art gallery of the College of Health and Human Services. The exhibit is open during normal building hours - Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

An artist reception will take place from 4 to 6 p.m., Feb. 4. This is an opportunity to view the artwork and meet the artist. Light refreshments will be served. The event, and parking in lot 104, are free to the public.

For more information, contact Gay Walker by email or at (269) 387- 3839.

About the artist

Bill Krasean was born in South Bend, Indiana, and graduated from Lakeview High School in Battle Creek. He earned a bachelor's degree in journalism from Michigan State University and spent much of his career at the Kalamazoo Gazette covering science, health and the environment. He was also the chief photographer at the Allegan County News and Gazette. Now retired, Krasean regularly volunteers at the RSVP Advisory Council, Kalamazoo Nature Center and Kellogg Biological Station, in addition to maintaining a busy schedule with freelance writing and photography.