Selected Works: Photography by Don Bullens
Don Bullens picked up a camera and found he could get backstage at concerts with his Nikon and some flimsy press credentials. That got him some great images of Bob Dylan, The Rolling Stones, Bob Marley, The Grateful Dead and other rock icons. He designed his own darkroom and spent a decade experimenting with black and white photography. His work included public relations assignments, wedding photography, and multi-media presentations.
Initially reluctant to move to digital photography, he followed the advancements in the medium and became a convert. He spent years exploring the distinctive wildlife and panoramic vistas of the Florida Keys. He photographs the storms and seasons of New England and its flowers, ferns, bees and butterflies. Don’s international portfolio includes photographs of Ireland and Scotland, Russia, Italy, Prague and Iceland. Most recently he has focused on the architecture and street life of Rome and Barcelona.
Don’s work has been exhibited at the Redbone Gallery, Islamorada, Florida. A Bob Marley photo has been on display at the “Unforgettable Reggae” Exhibit in the Alba Adriatic in Abruzzi, Italy. Photographs of Bruce Springsteen have been published in the book, For You, by Lawrence Kirsch (2007). He designed and photographed the cover for What Would Chekhov Do? Exercising Your Way to Fame and Fiction, by John Dufresne (2012). His work earns awards and recognition on internet photography sites. He has work currently on exhibit at the NOA Gallery in Groton MA. Don has taught digital photography and visual literacy at Worcester State University for the past forty years. He reminds his students, “The best photographer will never be as good as the simplest camera.”
Contact the Reference Desk with exhibit questions: 508-210-5569 or [email protected]
Photography Workshop
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 6:30 pm
Gale Free Library Program Room
To RSVP: Stop by the Reference Desk, call 508-210-5569 or email [email protected].
Are you a photographer?
Maybe you’d like to learn more about the art of photography.
In August our gallery will feature a photography show “Selected Works”. Don Bullens, the photographer teaches digital photography at Worcester State University and shows and sells his work in Florida and New England.
His talk will focus on techniques to help you create better photographs drawing from art theory. His presentation includes a power point program demonstrating the concept of simplicity, the use of the rule of thirds, implementing angles and leading lines and the importance of lighting for effective and pleasing results.
Stop by the library during open hours, and head up to the second floor to see the show. We look forward to seeing you!
Please note, the Program Room may be closed to the public during library programs. To avoid a conflict, you may wish to check the online calendar or call the reference desk at 508-210-5569 before you come, especially if you are traveling far. The Upstairs Lobby is open to the public and closes 15 minutes before the library closing time.
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