This fall, visitors to the Forest Society’s Conservation Center in Concord can enjoy a striking new photography exhibit that captures the quiet beauty of New Hampshire’s landscapes. Glimpses of Nature, featuring the work of longtime Forest Society member Glenn Coppelman, will be on display through October.
Coppelman has spent a lifetime observing the world through both a scientist’s eye and an artist’s lens. An avid outdoorsperson since childhood, he grew up hiking, camping, and fishing in local woods and waters. Those early adventures shaped a deep appreciation for the natural world—a passion that guided him to earn degrees in Earth Science and Natural and Environmental Resources and to pursue a career in community planning and development.
Photography became a way for Glenn to merge his love of nature with his keen sense of composition. Whether it’s a sweeping forest vista, a single tree lit by late-day sun, or a quiet night sky filled with stars, his images invite viewers to pause and notice the extraordinary details hidden in everyday moments outdoors.
“I have always been drawn to the natural environment,” Glenn explains. “Couple that with a love of photography and here we are!”
In addition to his artistic pursuits, Glenn is a dedicated conservationist. A Forest Society member and donor since 1975, he has served on the Kingston Planning Board for nearly four decades and currently chairs the Kingston Select Board. Now semi-retired, he tends to his mid-1800s farmstead and grows Christmas trees at Evergreen Farm—always with a camera nearby to capture the remarkable images that appear along the way.
Visitors are welcome to view Glimpses of Nature during regular business hours at the Conservation Center (54 Portsmouth Street, Concord). All photographs are available for purchase, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the artist.
Whether you’re a longtime supporter of land conservation or simply someone who loves the changing light of a New Hampshire autumn, Glenn’s work offers a gentle reminder of why protecting our forests and open spaces matters—for today and for generations to come.
