MMPA Olson
Karen Olson, “Stability” (pigment print on kozo paper).

“In the Making,” on view at the Maine Museum of Photographic Arts in Portland, is a provocative exhibition that illustrates where the photographic medium is today.

An opening reception was held on May 31. The exhibition continues through July 27.

MMPA Cole Caswell
Cole Caswell, “Untitled #15” (pigment print).

There are sculptures, camera-less works, multimedia constructions, collaborative pieces and an installation, meant to delight viewers in the craftsmanship, the use of line/drawing throughout, and the variety of alternative processes.

The themes will be familiar: family, conservation, art for art’s sake and the intuitive exploration of photography.

MMPA Colella
Jodi Colella, “A Figment of” (wire armature, cheesecloth, tea stained rope, family photos printed on silk, assorted textiles and yarn).

To say this is an exciting exhibit would be to understate our enthusiasm about it,” says MMPA director Denise Froehlich. “Come and bring people with you who want to delve into and learn more about contemporary artists and works.”

The Maine Museum of Photographic Arts is at 15 Middle St., A3, Portland. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday and by appointment on Wednesdays. See www.mainemuseumofphotographicarts.org for more information.