THE COVERT COLLECTION GALLERY

"The camera is an instrument that teaches people how to see without a camera" - Dorothea Lang

Welcome to The Covert Collection Gallery, a distinctive space for fine art photography located in the heart of Boonton, New Jersey’s vibrant Main Street. The gallery now proudly showcases the work of Dennis Maida, whose photography captures the quiet beauty of landscapes, minimalist design, rural Americana, and architectural wonders.

In addition to Dennis’s ongoing exhibitions, The Covert Collection also hosts curated calls for work and select solo shows featuring both emerging and established photographers from across the country. Our mission is to celebrate the power of photography — to tell stories, stir emotions, and offer new ways of seeing the world.

Set within a charming and intimate setting, The Covert Collection Gallery invites art lovers, collectors, and photography enthusiasts to experience a thoughtfully curated journey through some of today’s most compelling photographic visions. Whether you visit to view Dennis Maida’s latest work or discover new talents through our special exhibitions, each visit promises a fresh and inspiring connection to the art of photography.

We look forward to welcoming you to The Covert Collection Gallery, where artistry, storytelling, and imagination come vividly to life.

“Before the World Begins”

I set out on a frigid winter morning, hoping to catch the sun
rising perfectly behind the Freedom Tower. But before that
alignment unfolded, the city offered something even more
powerful—a sky ablaze in red, casting New York’s silhouette in
quiet reverence. For a brief moment, the skyline stood still
beneath a horizon so vivid it felt unreal, as if the world was
holding its breath. This image captures that fleeting pause—
when the city has yet to stir, and the day, like the light, is full of
promise.