Teresa Meier, Wondertales
October 16 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
FreeTeresa Meier, Wondertales
October 7 – 27, 2026
Opening Reception: Friday, October 16th from 5-6 pm
Hors d’oeuvres and libations. The artist will be present.
Dot Dotson’s Gallery
1668 Willamette St.
Eugene, OR 97401
Mon-Fri: 10 am – 5:30 pm – Sat 10 am – 2 pm
photographyatoregon.org
Free and open to the public
In this series of autobiographical self-portraits, viewers are invited on a fairytale-like journey that explores the internal landscape of the mind through the lens of the surreal. Identity is explored via the interwoven complexities of past and present and, specifically, how the past shapes and dictates our perception of our present self and relationships. Viewers are enveloped by large-format works that often leave them suspended in moments of rising tension; the fantastical subject matter and use of vibrant, luscious colors result in eye-catching and wonder-filled imagery. The use of collage and hand-assembled props allows me to construct my own world and find my own narrative, while the use of photography tethers the story to this world and place in time. It is a cathartic series that investigates the wonder of myth, the beauty of nature, the curiosity of humanity, and above all, strives for hope.
Teresa Meier is an Eugene-based multimedia artist who creates surrealist self-portrait photo montages. Her large-format narrative works incorporate themes of home, nature, and the interaction between humans and their environment, often leaving the viewer suspended in moments of rising tension. Ms. Meier is drawn to self-portraiture and surrealism for their cathartic ability to articulate the intangible and connect with people emotionally, generating feelings of wonder, curiosity, and hope. She believes art can open hearts and expand minds, and she seeks opportunities to inspire change and promote well-being through art. Ms. Meier holds a Master’s in Fine Arts in photography and enjoys teaching photography and traditional art at Lane Community College.
Ms. Meier was recently awarded Judge’s Award at Emerald Art Center, both Director’s and Juror’s Award at PhotoPlace Gallery, honorable mentions at the PX3 Prix De La Photographie Paris, the Ringholz Art Supply Award, second place at the Szeklerland Photo Biennial, and Director’s honorable mention at the Center for Fine Art Photography. Her work has been exhibited internationally and appeared in Lensculture, Don’t Take Pictures, Pro Photo Daily, Communication Arts, Knoxville Museum of Art, Houston Center for Photography, and The Cooperative of Photography.