Pleiades Gallery announced today the opening of Whispers of color: subtle stories of imagined reality, a thought-provoking photographic art show featuring the work of NY- and LBI-based artist, 74-year-old Frederick Ballet.

This immersive art show explores the interplay of color and imagination, inviting viewers to venture into a surreal yet familiar world where the boundaries of reality and fantasy coalesce. Each photograph serves as a window into a narrative that evokes emotion and provokes thought, inviting audiences to see the world from a fresh perspective.

The show will be on display from March 18-April 12 at Pleiades Gallery at 547 W. 27th St, Suite 304, NY, NY. Entry is free, and the gallery is open Tuesday-Saturday from 12-6 PM. The opening reception on Saturday, March 22, 2025, from 3-6 PM is free and open to the public. There, attendees can meet the artist and enjoy refreshments while delving into the stories behind the works.

"I selected these images as a vivid exploration of what lies beneath the surface and encourage viewers to interpret the images in their own way. Through this collection, I hope to evoke a sense of introspection and wonder, revealing the delicate balance between reality and imagination."

Frederick is in his seventh year as a fine art photographer, having worked previously as an orthopedic hand surgeon in and around NY for 35 years. His interest in photography began when he was a teen working with his dad in the darkroom in the days of film production. Rather than retire, Frederick has sought to renew his passion for photography and bring his fresh perspective to the NYC art scene.