Harry Agress

Harry Agress

New York, NY, United States

About Harry Agress

It has been stated that “the goal of education is to make you curious” and for me photography is the tool that allowed me to explore my own curiosity. In its grandest sense, it has opened up the world to me, creating an appreciation of the nature and people of cultures far different from my own; and in its finest sense, has allowed me to explore infinite combinations of light, color and texture. I was first introduced to photography when my father gave me a camera for my 10th birthday and I have been captivated ever since. I have always been a very visual person, having looked inside the human body for 36 years as a radiologist. Photography has allowed me to look outside the human body into its surroundings and occasionally back again into its soul. I want my works to inspire feelings of thoughtfulness, serenity and wonder in the majesty of simple beauty. To peak your curiosity, such that you want to learn more, or even better, go experience these cultures for yourself. To capture a distinct meaningful moment and provide the timeless gift of experiencing that moment over and over again; that, to me, is the magic of photography. That is what makes me happy.

Education:

Dr. Agress received his undergraduate BA from Tufts University and MD degree at Tufts University School of Medicine (Boston). He has practiced Diagnostic Radiology and Nuclear Medicine for over 36 years and is a Clinical Professor, Department of Radiology, Columbia University, and Chairman Emeritus, Department of Radiology, Hackensack University Medical Center. Having recently retired from daily practice, he is still teaching and lecturing.

Photography has been a major part of Dr. Agress’ life since childhood, having learned from years of experience, photo workshops with outstanding photographers, such as Joe McNally and Bob Krist, annual PDN and B&H Lecture Series, reading, travel and life observation.

Events:

See Exhibitions.

Exhibitions:

Current:
- Selected to exhibit at the first US "The Other Art Fair", a juried exhibition sponsored by Saatchi Art, Brooklyn, NY. June 1-4, 2017

- "My Manhattan" a group photography exhibition at ilon Art Gallery 204 West 123rd Street, Harlem. May 5- August 29, 2017

- Featured Article - Laumont Printing Website-NEWS (One of NY’s most respected fine art printers). May 2017. (http://laumont.com/?p=1645&preview=true)

- Selected to exhibit at the "The Intuitive Photography Gallery Show", a juried exhibition. New York. May 27-July 9, 2017

Upcoming:
- Solo Exhibition and Lecture at MICDS Gallery. St. Louis, Missouri. Late 2017

Past:
- Awarded "Best in Show" Hackensack Meridian Health Physicians' Art and Photography Show. April 2017

- “Through My Lens: A World of Wonder, Beauty and Spirit” a solo exhibition (included fifteen 60"x40" and 30"x45" UV Prints on Dibond). 299 Park Ave (Fisher Bros). New York July-August, 2016

- "Through My Lens: A World of Wonder, Beauty and Spirit” a solo exhibition. 605 Third Ave (Fisher Bros). New York. Sept-Oct, 2016

- Installation – Five 60”x40” UV on Dibond Prints. Hackensack Meridian Health Corporate Offices. New Jersey. March 2017

- "Myanmar - Land of Beauty and Grace." Presentation of book and photographs to the Myanmar Ambassador to the United Nations. Myanmar Embassy. New York. 2016