
10×10 Opening Reception for Photography Exhibition: Focus on Downtown
February 23 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. and Framework will feature a brand-new photography exhibition entitled Focus on Downtown February 3 through March 26 at Framework by Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. (437 North Street).
The exhibit features three Berkshires-based photographers who will show you Downtown Pittsfield through their lens. Brian Beckett, Shaun Harmon, and Autumn Phoenix will take over the Framework gallery space with vibrant and artistic shots of Downtown. There will be a reception with the photographers on Sunday, February 23, 10 am to 12 pm, as part of the 10×10 Upstreet Arts Festival. The reception will be in collaboration with the artist reception and Domingo Brunch at Dottie’s Coffee Lounge.
Brian Beckett has had a love of taking pictures since his parents got him his first Polaroid iZone in the early 2000s. Twenty plus years later, he still can be found at any family gathering, or event, with some kind of camera in hand capturing the moment.
Focusing on portraiture and lifestyle for professional work, Brian enjoys shooting a wide array of photographic genres, constantly trying new things. Brian recently won both the 2023 and 2024 Pittsfield Photo Challenge sponsored by Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. Learn more about Brian at www.bbphotography413.com.
Shaun Harmon shoots people, places, things, and above all – memories. He has always had a curiosity for the world, travel, meeting people and making memories. “That love of life has lead me to the place I am today, trying to capture life through my lens,” says Harmon. “To live is to create, so let’s create together.” Learn more about Shaun at www.sph.photography.
Autumn Phoenix (She/Her) is a professional photographer on a mission to capture your most precious moments. With a keen eye for detail, Autumn’s passion for photography is deeply rooted in her early childhood. Her grandfather used to take photos of her non-stop while she was growing up. Not only did he buy Autumn her first camera, but he also instilled in her the importance of capturing life’s most significant moments. Sadly, he passed away in 2017, but she feels that with every photo she takes, she is carrying on his tradition on a much larger scale.
With the ultimate dream of traveling and photographing the world, Autumn continuously practices her craft daily. Whether she is out shooting, studying new techniques, or editing photos at home, it is incredibly important to her that her clients and followers receive photos of the highest quality.
Autumn has had the opportunity to work with both companies and non-profits such as the Berkshire County Community Action Council (BCAC), the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), United Way, Berkshire Pride, Hampshire Pride, and Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. (DPI). She has also had the pleasure of working with small businesses such as Truffles by Tarah, Witch Slapped, The Dollhaus Berkshires, Marie’s North Street Eatery and Gallery, and Bottomless Bricks.
Autumn is not limited to working with businesses and non-profits. She also does headshots, portraits, engagement sessions, political events, weddings, and almost anything else you can imagine. For more information on Autumn, visit www.autumnphoenixphotography.net.
The show will be on view Monday through Thursday, 10 am to 2 pm, February 3 through March 26, by visiting the Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. offices at 431 North Street. The offices will be closed on Monday, February 17 for Presidents’ Day.
For more information, visit downtownpittsfield.com or call Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. at 413-443-6501.