Markus Hennig Photography Exhibit at Art Center

Marco Island Center for the Arts is proud to present an exhibition of traditional film photography by Markus Hennig in the La Petite Galerie through June 23, 2026. A Gallery Reception with the artist will take place Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 5:30 PM/

Originally from Germany, Hennig first visited Southwest Florida in the early 1990s and was immediately captivated by the beauty of the region’s natural landscapes. While volunteering and later interning at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida, he spent much of his modest intern stipend on film and gasoline, traveling throughout the area to photograph the environment that inspired him.

Entirely self-taught, Hennig worked exclusively with traditional film photography and darkroom development rather than digital processes. Influenced by renowned landscape photographer Clyde Butcher, he experimented with shutter speeds in the field and exposure techniques in the darkroom to create atmospheric landscape images rooted in patience, craftsmanship, and observation.

“Working with film requires intention,” says Hennig. “The process of capturing and developing each image by hand becomes part of the artwork itself.”

Today, Hennig has worked for more than 20 years as an Environmental Specialist with Collier County, monitoring sea turtle nests and helping preserve Southwest Florida’s fragile coastal ecosystems. His lifelong connection to nature is deeply reflected in his photography, which captures the quiet beauty and timeless character of Florida’s landscapes.

This special exhibition in La Petite Galerie celebrates not only the artistry of analog photography, but also a personal and environmental connection to the Southwest Florida wilderness.

The Gallery Reception on Tuesday, June 9 at 5:30 PM offers guests the opportunity to meet the artist and learn more about his traditional photographic process and inspirations.