Fotoweek events in Washington DC

November 18, 12:35 PMBaltimore Contemporary Art ExaminerLaura Kuah

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(Note: this is the first of my occasional features of what's going on in a nearby city that might be of interest to Baltimoreans.)

Calling all photography enthusiasts, ameteur and professional photographers, students, gallerists, curators, and collectors in Baltimore and its surrounding areas:

Fotoweek, the first annual week-long celebration of photography in Washington, DC is officially here. The festivities started as early as last Thursday, with the opening of Temporary Constructions, featuring contemporary architectural and time-worn abandoned buildings photographs by Stirling Elmendorf and Mark Parascandola at the Nevin Kelly Gallery (1517 U Street, NW; Washington, DC; Metro: Dupont Circle or U Street/Cardozzo) and will continue until November 23, 2008.

Fixtation Opening Party - November 14, 2008

Another opening I had the opportunity to attend was Fixtation, a photography exhibit put on by Ten Miles Square and The Pink Line Project on Friday evening. In this show, nine photographers set out to create a narrative with a short series of images that explores the subcultures of our nation's capitol and the people who thrive in it. Simply put: DC is more than just politics. Fixtation is currently being shown at the Fight Club (enter through Blagden Alley on N Street between 9th and 10th NW; Washington, DC; Metro: Mt. Vernon Square/Convention Center) and will be on view until November 23, 2008.

With the overwhelming number of exhibits, lectures and parties to attend, deciding where to go and what to do can present a difficult challenge. Thankfully, the folks at Fotoweek DC website have complied a list of Top 10 Must Attend Fotoweek Events for you to peruse. There are still a number of free and not-so-expensive events left.

Fotoweek Headquarters is located at 3336 M Street, NW (Georgetown neighborhood); Washington, DC 20007 and is a good place to start your Fotoweek extravaganza. So, keep your photography-lovin' minds open and spirits adventureous - head south to Washington DC for some fabulous, mind-boggling events to remember.