MOST PHOTOGRAPHS OFFER AT LEAST A HINT OF NARRATIVE, but the shows at Multiple Exposures often take a tricky approach to storytelling, spinning episodic tales based purely on visual affinities. That’s not the case with the gallery’s current exhibition, Eric Johnson’s “The Last Days of RFK Stadium.” Presented in strict chronological order, the D.C. photographer’s 22 black-and-white pictures document the 2025-26 disappearance of the structure that debuted in 1961 as D.C. Stadium.
The stark images can be seen as journalistic, tracing the process from the basically intact edifice on January 17, 2025 to an empty, snow-covered lot in the final frame 373 days later. Yet Johnson’s pictures evoke myriad places and things -- a modern Stonehenge under a black, full-moon night; the ribcage of a beached, largely decayed whale; and, almost finally, the ruin of an ancient city.
Viewers needn’t have any personal connection to the vanishing stadium to find some of these photos poignant. The increasingly desolate upright supports reach yearningly for the sky, which seems to expand as the building recedes. As Johnson watches, RFK shrinks from a sturdy, self-contained hulk to a spindly frame for the firmament above it.
THE SKY IS ALSO AMONG THE SUBJECTS of Photoworks’s “Dis/Orientation,” but Scott Davis’s black-and-white pictures, unlike Johnson’s, are not grounded. The billowing shapes lack an identifiable vantage point and thus are gently dizzying. Davis, also a D.C. photographer, was inspired by East Asian screen paintings and Alfred Steiglitz’s pioneering 1925-34 abstract cloud photos, according to a gallery note.
While Davis’s 10 cloud studies can appear vast, the exhibition’s other 35 pictures are tiny closeups that sit quietly inside wooden frames. Some of the objects depicted in the smaller photos are recognizable, if occasionally oriented in eccentric ways. But these pictures aren’t concerned with representation. Davis’s cups, bottles, and leaves may not look as cosmic as his clouds, but both sets of photos are exercises in light, shadow, and insubstantiality. Glimpsed through Davis’s lens, glass and metal become as airy as water vapor.
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PEDIMENT OF APPEARANCE: Fine Art Photography Show Juried by Tim Carpenter
Multiple Exposures Gallery (MEG) is pleased to present PEDIMENT OF APPEARANCE, a fine art photography exhibition juried and curated by photographer and author Tim Carpenter.
In shaping this exhibition, Carpenter looked for photographs that are defined and contained within the edges rather than fragments pointing to a world beyond. He challenged submitting artists to show him "photographs that you consider—specifically because of the frame—to be entire unto themselves, and not speaking to the wider world.”
From this vision, Carpenter selected 20 works by 10 photographers, creating PEDIMENT OF APPEARANCE, on view at MEG from September 16 through October 12, 2025.
Exhibition Artists: Russell Barajas, Stacy Smith Evans, Soomin Ham, Eric Johnson, Maureen Minehan, David Myers, Van Pulley, Sarah Hood Salomon, Alan Sislen and Fred Zafran
Exhibition Dates: September 16 - October 12, 2025
Exhibition Hours: 11am - 5pm daily
Location: Multiple Exposures Gallery | Torpedo Factory Art Center | #312 [map]
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Contact Information For Media & Purchase Inquiries
High resolution images for media use are available upon request. All images are available for purchase through the gallery.
About Multiple Exposures Gallery
Multiple Exposures Gallery (MEG) represents 15 fine art photographers whose work is featured in thoughtfully curated rotating exhibitions often developed in collaboration with nationally recognized jurors and curators. The gallery offers an exceptional selection of original fine art photographs and photography books, appealing to everyday art lovers, seasoned collectors, art consultants, interior designers, and corporate curators alike. Located at the historic Torpedo Factory Art Center in Alexandria, Virginia, MEG also serves as a vibrant regional forum for artistic exchange, appreciation and education, including regular photography reviews.
Multiple Exposures Gallery
Torpedo Factory Art Center, #312
105 North Union Street
Alexandria, Virginia 22314 [map]
Phone: 703.683.2205
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In Harmony | Stacy Smith Evans
IN HER OWN WORDS: Interview with Stacy Smith Evans
Before we say goodbye to REVISITED, Stacy Smith Evan’s fine art photography exhibition that closes on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at 5pm, we asked Stacy to share some insights into her work and the exhibition that resulted.
Where did the idea for the project that became REVISITED originate?
This collection started as my pandemic project in 2020 as I rediscovered places very close to home given the travel restrictions. About half of the photos in this exhibition were made within 30 minutes of my home and the farthest location was about two and half hours away.
Were these photographs made at any particular locations?
Yes, I narrowed it down to three locations for this project: Shenandoah National Park, the Manassas Battlefield, and along the C&O Canal and Potomac River.
Why is this project important to you?
I like photographing places that are familiar, where I may have memories as a child or with family and friends, and also where I can witness changes over time. I also like the idea of creating a body of work that highlights the Eastern landscapes where I live.
How did you achieve the atmospheric conditions in these photos?
Fog and mist are more prevalent in the morning hours so I wake up early — sometimes hours before sunrise — to be on location. I find that these conditions lend an ethereal and sometimes mysterious quality to images that is reminiscent of our memories of places. Our memories are not always clear but often how we reimagine a place in our mind.
What was the most challenging part of mounting this exhibition?
Every part! Since this was my first solo exhibition, image selection, layout and sequencing, and decisions over presentation were all challenging. I originally planned on 16-20 standard size prints, but after a portfolio review with Crista Dix, Executive Director of the Griffin Museum of Photography and curator of MEG’s June LUMINOUS exhibit, I opted to go much larger. She suggested a “less is more” approach with larger prints so the viewer could feel like they were walking alongside me. Throughout this process, I had to eliminate some “favorites” that no longer worked well with the others.
How did you decide on the materials?
I usually use black wood frames for my photos, but knew I wanted a natural wood finish to complement the warm tones and subjects of my landscapes. I selected walnut, gallery-style frames handmade by a maker in Ohio. I love the matching splines and organic look of reclaimed wood.
Speaking of favorites, do you have one?
This is one of the most-asked questions in the gallery! I have two: Autumn on the Potomac and In Harmony. I spent a lot of time at these locations in search of the best composition and light so for me personally they are the most rewarding to see on the walls.
Any plans for REVISITED II?
Like most of my projects, this is a long-term one. I enjoy returning to these places every season, every year. I’m planning to focus on each location in more depth in coming months.
REVISITED is on view at MEG through Sunday, September 14, 2025. After the exhibition closes, to see more of Stacy’s work, we recommend:
Visiting MEG, where a selection of her original fine art photographs are part of the collection and available to view daily from 11 am–5 pm.
In October, explore her upcoming exhibition PARALLEL PATHS at the Park View Gallery, Glen Echo Park. Presented with photographer Rebecca Doran, the show traces the interconnected waterways of the Potomac River and Chesapeake & Ohio Canal. On view October 4–November 2, 2025. Opening Reception: Saturday, October 4, 6–8 pm.
DisCerning Eye: Review of REVISITED, Stacy Smith Evans’s Solo Show, by Mark Jenkins
REVISITED, a solo fine art photography exhibition by Stacy Smith Evans
Revisited by Stacy Smith Evans
Multiple Exposures Gallery is pleased to present REVISITED, a solo fine art photography exhibition by Stacy Smith Evans.
In her series of color images, Evans explores a deep connection to nature, the land, and memory, revisiting the places she turns to for solitude and renewal, and when joined by family and friends, for celebration and tradition.
Through the exhibition, Evans invites viewers to join her as she traverses the rivers, mountains, and forests that shape the Eastern landscape. "Hear the melody of the dawn chorus, embrace the tranquility of nature, and journey to these places, REVISITED."
EXHIBITION DETAILS
Dates: August 5 - September 14, 2025
Hours: 11am-5pm daily
Location: Multiple Exposures Gallery, Studio 312, Torpedo Factory Art Center [map]
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MEET THE ARTIST OPPORTUNITIES
August 9, 10, 16, 23, 30, 31
September 6, 13, 14
Stacy will be at Multiple Exposures Gallery from 11am-5pm on the dates above. We invite you to visit the gallery to experience the exhibition in person and speak with her about the way she revisits changing landscapes, noting what once was and what might be in years ahead. Bring friends and fellow art lovers—everyone is welcome!
Email: stacy@stacysmithevans.com
Website: stacysmithevans.com
Instagram: @stacysmithevans
PURCHASE INQUIRIES
To purchases images from REVISITED please visit the gallery or contact MEG by email or by phone (703-683-2205).
MEDIA INQUIRIES
High resolution images for media use are available upon request.
ABOUT MULTIPLE EXPOSURES GALLERY
Multiple Exposures Gallery (MEG) represents 15 fine art photographers whose work is featured in thoughtfully curated rotating exhibitions often developed in collaboration with nationally recognized jurors and curators. The gallery offers an exceptional selection of original fine art photographs and photography books, appealing to everyday art lovers, seasoned collectors, art consultants, interior designers, and corporate curators alike. Located at the historic Torpedo Factory Art Center in Alexandria, Virginia, MEG also serves as a vibrant regional forum for artistic exchange, appreciation and education, including regular photography reviews.
Multiple Exposures Gallery (MEG)
The Torpedo Factory Art Center
105 N Union Street, Studio 312
Alexandria, Virginia 22314
Phone: 703.683.2205
Email: info@multipleexposuresgallery.com
Website: www.multipleexposuresgallery.com
Instagram: @multiple_exposures_gallery
DisCerning Eye: Review of SMALL STORIES by Mark Jenkins
MEG’s SMALL STORIES, Fine Art Photography Show, was reviewed by Mark Jenkins of DisCerning Eye.
Washington City Paper: Review of SMALL STORIES by Louis Jacobson
Thank you to Louis Jacobson for this insightful review of our SMALL STORIES fine art photography exhibition in this week’s Washington City Paper.
SMALL STORIES, Fine Art Photography Exhibit : July 1 - August 3, 2025
Blake is here by Irina Lawton
We are pleased to announce our latest fine art photography exhibition, SMALL STORIES, on view from July 1 to August 3, 2025. This unique exhibition features 14 frames from 14 photographers, with each frame containing three or more photographs that together tell a "small story." These thoughtfully composed groupings offer a glimpse into intimate moments, layered narratives, and visual connections that reveal more than a single image alone.
Exhibition Dates: July 1 - August 3, 2025
Exhibition Hours: 11am - 5pm daily
Location: Multiple Exposures Gallery | Torpedo Factory Art Center | #312 [map]
Exhibition Artists
Russell Barajas, Stacy Smith Evans, Soomin Ham, Eric Johnson, Irina Dakhnovskaia-Lawton, Francine B. Livaditis, Maureen Minehan, David Myers, Guillermo Olaizola, Van Pulley, Sarah Hood Salomon, Alan Sislen, Tom Sliter, Fred Zafran
Contact Information For Media & Purchase Inquiries
High resolution images for media use are available upon request. All images are available for purchase through the gallery.