Professional photographer Don Doll, S.J. does not need Pictorialism's fancy assistance. Doll's photography has been published in National Geographic and in the "A Day in the Life" book series.,”Pictorialism, a movement to make photography imitate fine art and painting, died in the early 20th Century and gave photographers more creative freedom. Professional photographer the Rev. Don Doll does not need Pictorialism's fancy assistance.

The Haggerty Museum of Art's exhibition dedicated to Doll's photography, entitled "The Grandeur of God," opened Jan. 31 and runs until April 13. Doll's work has been previously seen in National Geographic and in the "A Day in the Life" book series.

"Doll has photographs that show first hand things in our world," said Lynne Shumow, curator of education at the Haggerty Museum. "His work shows people in difficult situations and gives people a better understanding of the world we live in."

Doll, a Milwaukee native who attended Marquette University High School, visited the museum for the exhibition's opening and will return Monday. Shumow said Doll came early so faculty could familiarize themselves with him.

"Professors, or even students, can set up classes or just meet up with Doll," Shumow said.

Doll traveled with Jesuit Refugee Services and documented relief work in locations such as Uganda and Sudan, Shumow said. He captured the tragedy of land mine victims in Angola and tsunami survivors in India. Doll's experience with the Lakota people from the Rosebud Reservation, S.D. is also on display.

"Doll's photography is topical with today's society and is socially relevant," Shumow said. "He has traveled all over the world and seen some really harsh things going on here."

The exhibition marks the second time the museum has displayed Doll's work, but this particular exhibit includes works not previously shown. From panoramic shots the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail to photographs of Doll's dying mother entitled "Go in Peace," the exhibit contains a broad collection of new and old art.

In the future, Shumow said the museum is working on an exhibit geared toward students based on contemporary video that features international artists. She said the contrast between Doll's traditional photography and contemporary video art should motivate students to get out and visit the museum's presentations.

The Haggerty Museum is open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily (until 8 p.m. on Thursdays). Admission is free.

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