The Collective Lens: Perspectives by the Professional Photographers of East Tennessee

June 6 – July 3, 2025
The Collective Lens: Perspectives by the Professional Photographers of East Tennessee
Opening reception: Friday, June 6, 5:00-9:00 PM
Gallery hours: Mon-Fri 9-5; closed Thu Jun 19 and Fri Jul 4 for the holidays. Additional hours: Sat Jun 21, 10 AM – 2 PM (Make Music Knoxville).

The Professional Photographers of East Tennessee (PPETN) proudly announce their 2025 Photo Expo, The Collective Lens: Perspectives by the Professional Photographers of East Tennessee. This exhibition will feature up to 50 photographic works by PPETN members. Selected through a competitive jurying process, the images highlight the artistic range and storytelling talent of East Tennessee’s photography community. The 2025 juror is Jack Retterer, a Knoxville-based fine art photographer, poet, digital artist, and educator with more than 50 years of photography experience. Retterer currently teaches Fine Art Photography at the University of Tennessee and is an active instructor and speaker for arts and photography organizations across the state. Known for blending visual imagery with poetic expression to explore the human experience, he brings a deeply reflective and informed perspective to the selection process. Awards for Best of Show, 1st Place, and Photographic Distinction will be presented during the opening celebration on Friday, June 6, at 5:00 PM.

The Professional Photographers of East Tennessee is a collective of skilled photographers dedicated to advancing the art and profession of photography in the region. PPETN offers education, networking opportunities, and resources to help photographers of all levels thrive in their craft.

For more information, visit www.ppetn.com, www.facebook.com/ppetn, or Instagram @ppetn