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Friday Links: May 2, 2025

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Photo by: Diane Krauthamer

Join us later this month for the Exposed DC Photography Collection Launch at the DC Public Library! The all-day celebration will offer workshops, live remixes of the collection by Robin Bell, and an evening reception on the 5th floor with the stunning rooftop garden. Save the date and spread the word! If you’re interested in sponsoring or supporting the collection and celebration, drop us a line at info@exposeddc.com. We also want to thank the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities for their support of this project.

  • Join fellow photographers for the May Photo Critique at Multiple Exposures Gallery on Sunday at 10:30 a.m.
  • Foundry Gallery is seeking photographic submissions of the Washington Monument for a month-long juried group show. Entries are due by June 30 and will cost $15 for one photo and $10 for each additional image up to five.
  • Exposed alum Jennifer Sakai will be opening her Summer Quarters exhibition tomorrow with a reception from 5:00-7:00 p.m.
  • Looking to get away this summer AND improve your photography skills? A few spots opened up for Capital Photography Center’s Cinque Terre in Italy Photo Workshop in June, from $3,750.
  • Mark your calendars for Gateway Arts District Open Studios on May 10 from 12:00-5:00 p.m. where Rick Ruggles will be sharing his photographs.
  • An NBA photographer shares his game day routine, wherein he goes through 10-12 SD cards and an hour of photo editing. 

2024 Best in Show Winner: Prescott Lassman

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The 2024 Exposed DC Photography Show opens this week! Please join us on Friday, July 12 from 5-8 p.m. for the opening reception at Fathom Gallery Georgetown at 1351 Wisconsin Ave NW. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Beer and wine will be available for guests over 21 (ID check required).

In the days leading up to the show opening, we are announcing this year’s Best in Show winners. Each of these images was chosen by one of our guest judges—five distinguished photographers with ties to Washington, D.C. The winning photographers each receive a $100 cash prize along with the Best in Show distinction. This year’s awards are sponsored by Aperturent.

Congratulations to Prescott Lassman whose photo, “Fluffy White Hats” was selected by Stephen Crowley. Stephen commented that the image was “clever, funny and nicely composed.” This happenstance juxtaposition certainly warrants a double take!

You can view more of Prescott’s work on Instagram.

About the Judge

Stephen Crowley began his career as a photographer in 1972 at a community newspaper in Jupiter, Florida. In his personal work, Crowley searches for morsels of humanity, irony, and humor, collecting images that capture the country’s character through physical structures, shifting light patterns, and happenstance.

In 2002, Crowley was named Photographer of the Year by the White House News Photographers’ Association for a portfolio that included his essays “Voices of Afghanistan” and “A Day in the Life of President Bush.”

That same year, he was part of a team at The New York Times awarded the Pulitzer Prize for Feature Photography for work produced during the war in Afghanistan. He also received an honorary Doctor of Fine Arts degree from the Corcoran College of Art + Design in Washington, D.C. In 2005, American Photo Magazine included Crowley in its list of the 100 Most Important People in Photography.

His personal photography has been exhibited in shows at the Library of Congress, The National Geographic Society, and the Corcoran Art Museum.

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Friday Links: June 14, 2024

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Photo By: Joe Flood
  • Head to E Street Cinema tomorrow at 12:15 p.m. to view Rachel Elizabeth Seed’s “A Photographic Memory” followed by a discussion with the director moderated by Emily Lenzner. Use code PHOTO10DOCS at checkout for a discounted rate.
  • Also tomorrow from 5:00-9:00 p.m.: The Community Collective Photography Showcase featuring 35 local photographers at Station 3510.
  • In 1955, two photographers traveled across the United States for a Guggenheim grant; only one became a star.
  • Filmmaker Peter Chelsom unveils his private photography collection in Tuscany, featuring some of the actors he’s worked with over the years along with everyday moments and childhood places from his life.
  • Eric McNatt sued Richard Prince over a portrait he made of Kim Gordon a decade ago resulting in eight years of litigation ending in a judgment with a $450,000 payment.
  • Seems like a good time to remind everyone about the U.S. Copyright Office’s resources for photographers.
  • PortraitMeetDC’s next meet is June 23 at Goodwill Dulles. The event is free but registration is required; reserve your spot now.
  • The Summer 2024 Edition of Truth in Photography launched this week with three curated themes.

Framing Flora: Garden Photography at Temperance Alley

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Exposed DC and the U Street Neighborhood Association held a special photography class at Temperance Alley garden on Saturday, October 2 at 10:00 a.m. Attendees learned about the storied history of the space and tips for garden photography. Special guest horticulturist James Gagliardi shared insights and tips. Then, everyone explored the space and put what was learned into practice photographing the garden and surrounding area. The class was open to photographers of all levels using any device of their choosing (e.g., phone camera, DSLR, film).

Share your favorite photos from the morning to be considered for an outdoor photography installation in the garden.

Submit photos from the garden

Can’t make the class but still want to visit the garden? Joined for the class but inspiration struck afterwards? Feel free to stop by the garden on your own or for another event hosted by the U Street Neighborhood Association.

Friday Links: August 23, 2019

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Photo by Rex Block