The Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum is pleased to present Light and Form: Portraits of Rita Deanin Abbey by Gary Adams. This exhibition featurers a series of intimate photographic portraits of Rita Deanin Abbey by Gary Adams (1943–1993), a Las Vegas-based photographer celebrated for his images of the American Southwest.
In the early 1980s, Adams photographed Rita at her studio and residence, capturing her in the spaces where she lived and worked. The resulting portraits offer a rare, intimate view of the artist and the environment that inspired her.
Light and Form: Portraits of Rita Deanin Abbey by Gary Adams is a testament to a friendship between two artists who shared a deep love for the same desert landscape. Join us and celebrate at the FREE opening reception on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 2–4pm. Soft beverages will be provided.
Additionally, an artist talk by photographer Mark Andrews which will offer visitors a deeper understanding of Adams’ work, exploring the artistic process, themes, and techniques behind the images while encouraging conversation about photography and the landscapes of the American Southwest. Advanced reservations are strongly encouraged.
