Mattapoisett artist's photo installation to focus on well being

Jan 20, 2017

Mattapoisett artist and yoga instructor Heather Hobler will display her photographic installation “where lines meet” at the Dedee Shattuck Gallery in Westport from Jan. 25 through Feb. 19. An artist reception will be held Jan. 28 from 3-6 p.m.

The purpose of the installation is to create a space for contemplation, conversation and community. This project addresses Hobler’s ongoing investigation into well being.

“where lines meet” is an installation of medium format film photographs of the same vista facing south over Buzzards Bay, the view from Hobler’s home.

The project began as snapshots meant to record time but quickly became a reflective rhythmic ritual of getting back to life and art after the artist’s battle with cancer.

It was in collecting the images that it became obvious to Hobler this was a continuation and distillation of her art and her life.

Over the course of the exhibit, the artist will host talks from scientists to Buddhists, offer yoga and meditation, and collaborate in small Saturday suppers with local cookbook author Karen Covey. The three Saturday suppers following the opening reception will bring together an intimate group for an evening of local food and conversation.

The gallery is located at 1 Partners Lane in Westport.

To learn more, visit heatherhobler.com or dedeeshattuckgallery.com.