Image by Wright Schickli Selected by Black Box Gallery
Ellen Gilkerson | Published on 1/14/2026
Stairwell, an image by Wright Schickli, was selected for inclusion in the On-Line Annex portion of the Focus: Shadow and Light group photo show. Shadows enhance the relationships among subjects in an image, providing definition and dimension. Black Box sought a range of interpretations of the use of shadow and light by contemporary photographers.The juror was Todd Johnson, founder and director of Black Box Gallery. Twenty-six images were selected for the Exhibition Gallery, and an additional 49 images were selected for inclusion in the On-Line Gallery Annex. The exhibition runs from January 1 through January 25; and the reception took place on Saturday, January 3. Images in the exhibition may be seen online at https://blackboxgallery.com/Focus-Shadow and Light-2026-EP.html.
Wright says: This is a photo from two years back when I visited Shaker Village Kentucky with my wife and oldest grandson, and we waiting for dinner. I will never get tired of looking at the handiwork of the Shakers, and the inspiration it gave current and future artists, including photographers.
Wright Schickli:
Stairwell
Black Box Gallery is dedicated to the exhibition of contemporary photography. Black Box’s juried international photo shows provide important opportunities for emerging and mid-career photographers. Black Box supports and encourages the creative production, exhibition, and critical appreciation of contemporary photography. As part of its mission, Black Box offers virtual portfolio reviews.
Details:
Black Box Gallery:
811 East Burnside Street, #212
Portland, OR 97214
https://blackboxgallery.com/
info.blackboxgallery@gmail.com
503-804-5032
Focus: Shadow and Light Exhibition:
https://blackboxgallery.com/Focus-Shadow and Light-2026-EP.html
Dates: January 1 – 25
Opening reception: Saturday, January 3, 3 to 5 PM
Gallery hours: Saturdays: 12 to 5 PM