June 20 – July 17 | Jan Guga
A Sea Cliff native, Jan’s passion for photography began at age eight. While serving in the U.S. Army, he documented marine life in the South China Sea with a Canon SLR and underwater camera. After returning home, he spent 25 years capturing the natural beauty of the North Shore. His work reflects a quiet patience and deep appreciation for the rhythms of the natural world.

July 18 – August 14 | Gary Janosick
Born in Albertson and inspired by a lifelong love of art, Rory has been photographing the world around him for over 60 years. A minimalist at heart, he’s drawn to the quiet poetry of old estates being reclaimed by nature. Known as Rory Longshadow for his predawn photography, he prefers the stillness of the blue hour—when the world is hushed and bathed in a soft, ethereal light.

August 15 – September 11 | Don Nedbalsky
Don – A lifelong nature enthusiast and biology graduate of SUNY Geneseo, Don began photographing the outdoors after retiring in 2020 from a career in medical device sales. His volunteer work with NSLA, the LI Greenbelt Conference, and Save the Great South Bay keeps him connected to Long Island’s landscapes and wildlife. With a keen eye for birds, trees, and species making a comeback—like eagles and river otters—Don captures nature’s quiet resilience through his lens.

September 12 – October 10 | Olivia Peng
A junior at Friends Academy, Olivia joined NSLA as a volunteer photographer earlier this year. Her photography is a personal way of connecting with nature, capturing the quiet beauty of the preserves and sharing moments of stillness and wonder through her lens.