Gary Weekes

2023, 7.75” Diameter, Photography, Concrete, $750 Each

Fredericton NB. based photographer Gary Weekes’ commissioned work covers many different photographic disciplines; from inanimate objects to portraiture, maintaining an emphasis on quality with a sensitivity to his clients’ needs. This sensitivity is born from living in the huge cosmopolitan cities of London and New York to his finally settling in New Brunswick, Canada.  His clients have included: The Tate Modern, RBC, Fredericton Playhouse, CBC and The Fredericton SPCA to name a few.

Gary’s evolution into Fine Art Photography originated with an eclectic body of work that explored the human condition through collaborative storytelling with his sitters.  Collaborations are important for Gary, “shared experiences” are an important part of his mien.  

Gary’s several exhibitions of his Artwork, began with “History on our Hands/Icescapes” (Solo - 2015), adding the critically received shows “Detritus:Automotive” (Solo - 2017) and “Skull & Bones” (Solo – 2017) which laid a strong foundation for him.  Notably, the partnership of The NB Black Artists Alliance (NBBAA) and Gallery on Queen (GoQ), with Gary’s shows “DisaporART: An Exhibition of Photography by Gary Weekes” (Solo – 2020)  “DiaspoART: SELF-ACTUALIZATION” (Group – 2021) set the stage for his most important show to date, exhibited at The Beaverbrook Art Gallery with “Larry Fink vs Gary Weekes: The Boxing Portfolios” (Solo – 2022), which he also Co-Curated.  Gary’s close association with NBBAA and GoQ has brought forth “DiasporART: EXCEPTED! ACCEPTED?” (Group – 2023).“His artistic oeuvre ever extends outwards to encompass Filmmaking and the exploration of alternative methods of visual storytelling.

Everyone and everything has a pulse that radiates - this is what he tries to uncover through his work.  Finding this pulse creates a connection between the art and the viewer with Gary becoming a conduit for doing so.  With a uniqueness of vision, Gary’s approach to his art is “Out of confusion comes clarity!”

Gary received grants from both the Canada Council and ArtsNB.