Villadom Times Weekly Newpaper Online-March 23, 2011 Issue

Waldwick March 23, 2011 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • Page 11 Seeing the familiar in new and unexpected ways is the theme of the latest and largest exhibit of photography to be presented at the Waldwick Public Library. A double feature for the senses, the exhibit by professional photographer Bill Smithuysen includes 23 dramatic, oversized photographs in the lobby gallery space and another 29 vibrant photographs in the children’s room. The soft, dream-like quality on display in the majority of the photographs in the gallery space was achieved by Smithuysen’s use of a regular Nikon camera that had been converted to an infra-red camera. Subjects familiar to many area residents, such as the Hermitage and other sights along Franklin Professional photographer Bill Smithuysen is currently exhibiting his work at the library. Turnpike, are interspersed Proceeds from the sale of images will benefit a local teen recovering from surgery. with images of the Great Falls of the Passaic River in Paterson, and landscapes from as a trustee of the Waldwick Public Library since January farther flung New Jersey locations and states. Visitors to of 2003. He is widely known throughout the library comthe exhibit in the children’s room will delight in the bold munity for his creation of a collection of posters used to presentation of familiar, memory-evoking images such as promote reading. Using the model of the American Library a sharpened colored pencil or a box of vintage crayons, and Association’s READ graphics, Smithuysen photographed have fun guessing about the subjects of the other extraor- 18 of Waldwick’s community leaders, each of whom proudly displayed his or her favorite book. He then transdinary images. A 15-year resident of Waldwick, Smithuysen has served formed the images into the posters that are currently on Special effects photography on display at library display in the library meeting room. His photographs and graphic designs appear on library totebags, bookmarks, brochures, newsletter, and the custom Waldwick Library card. Employed by Lifetouch National School Studios, Inc., Smithuysen’s specialization in his craft includes portraiture, landscape, and sports photography. He is a contract photographer for the Mets, Jets, and Giants. Smithuysen’s photographs will remain on display through April 29. Proceeds from the sale of the images will benefit Kelly Bjork, a local teen recovering from surgery for a brain tumor. The library is located at 19 East Prospect Street. Hours of operation are Monday through Thursday from 10 to 9 and Friday and Saturday from 10 to 5. For more information call (201) 652-5104. But STILL can’t lose that Tummy or Cellulite? Call me about VelaShapeTM A NEW Nonsurgical method of Fat reduction and body contouring • Non-invasive • No Anesthesia • No Downtime Beverly Dunn, MD Waldwick, NJ • 201-445-0032 Dieting? Working Out? Help the Red Cross Assist the Victims of the Japan Earthquake and Tsunami �� urotech Motorsports, conveniently located at 164 Franklin Turnpike in Mahwah, is welcoming new customers seeking reliable service for their high-end European automobiles. Partners Ryan Wendt and Danek Laskowski grew up in Mahwah and chose to launch their business in the township in August 2010. Together, the two men have 16 years of experience servicing high-end European autoDanek Laskowski and Ryan Wendt mobiles, including Audis and Volkswagens. Ryan, a Master Guild Certiﬁed Audi Technician, and Danek, a Master Certiﬁed Audi Technician, specialize in maintenance, performance, and computerized tuning. Both are also R8 and A8 certiﬁed for all models. “We offer the highest quality service and customer satisfaction,” Ryan says. “We stand behind all of our work.” Ryan and Danek encourage the community to take advantage of their many years of expertise and the shop’s competitive prices. Eurotech Motorsports, an authorized APR dealer, is open 8:30 to 5:30 weekdays and from 8:30 to noon on Saturday. For additional information or to schedule a service appointment, please call (201) 529-1860 or visit online at eurotechms.com. Eurotech Motorsports is now open in Mahwah E ��