Images of local photographer Harrison Haas now on display at Gilford Public Library

GILFORD – The Gilford Public Library's monthly exhibit for December will feature images from Lakes Region photographer Harrison Haas.

Traveling across the United States, and in some cases overseas, the photographs on display are only a fraction of the photographs taken by Haas over the years.

Haas began taking pictures while studying at The University of Tampa, where he studied Communication and Criminal Justice. With there being many picturesque opportunities on Florida's west coast, Haas developed an eye for photography; even more so, a passion

"I took one class at UT called the Documentary Tradition with Dr. Kennedy, which I found intriguing," said Haas. "It wasn't until I began receiving comments about my photos that I really began to pursue and explore my creative side of things."

The journey continued after college when he landed his first job at The Citizen of Laconia, where he started as a reporter and assumed duties as a staff photographer. Three years later, he started a freelance photography business, which he now operates in addition to his duties at the newspaper.

Included in the display at the library are photographs featured in the book "The History of Gunstock: Skiing in the Belknap Mountains," by local author Carol Lee Anderson. The book was published in October 2011 and won the 2011 SKADE Award, presented by the International Skiing History Association.

Haas was featured in other publications, including UT Journal, Rally News and The Rattle. He entered one his photographs from his trip to Alaska into the 2011 National Geographic Photo Contest, which is available for view on NationalGeographic.com when you search for "Harrison Haas."

"I hope people can enjoy looking at the photographs as much as I have enjoyed taking them over the past few years," said Haas. "Getting a good shot takes patience and a little bit of luck. Sometimes it's all about being in the right place at the right time."

Other photos in the library display include a variety of Haas' work, including photographs of wildlife, scenes from nature, architecture, people and more. Haas has recently begun shooting aerial photographs. This year he also started doing

portraits, special events and wedding ceremonies.

Kevin Rines of U Frame We Frame, located at 21 Canal St., Laconia, completed matting for the photographs on display.

For more information about Harrison Haas and his photography, visit www.HarrisonHaasPhotography.com.

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Lakes Region photographer Harrison Haas's photos are featured at the Gilford Library. (Courtesy photo)