Over Under & Through brings together the work of 38 local photographers from the Sacramento region in a group exhibition exploring spatial relationships, perspective, and narrative. The title—and conceptual spark—draws from the work of renowned children’s book author and photographer Tana Hoban, whose minimalist yet evocative photo books, including Shadows & Reflections, Circles, Triangles, & Squares, and Over, Under & Through, have quietly shaped generations of visual thinkers.
Working primarily in black and white 35mm film throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Hoban’s photography distilled the poetry of everyday life into simple, striking compositions. Her work remains a touchstone within a tight-knit subculture of film photographers, many of whom find inspiration in her way of seeing.
In this spirit, each participating photographer was invited to submit one black and white photograph interpreting the phrase Over Under & Through—an open-ended prompt that encouraged both formal and conceptual responses. The result is a compelling visual conversation that navigates movement, obstacles, passage, and transition—both literal and metaphorical.
While unified in theme and tone, the works span a broad range of materials and techniques. Photographs were shot on everything from digital cameras to vintage film bodies, using a wide variety of lenses, formats, and stocks—including Ilford, Portra, and others on both 35mm and 120mm film. Prints appear on satin, cold-pressed, and baryta papers, including Ilford Multigrade Deluxe, with several works presented as traditional silver gelatin prints. This diversity adds another layer of texture and depth to the exhibition.
This exhibition celebrates not only the enduring influence of Hoban’s work, but also the vibrancy and creativity of Sacramento’s photographic community.
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Contributing Artists
Amanda Macha / @semiglossamer
Andrew Dumitru / @andrewdumitru
Adrielle M.W.B. / @curlylocks_
Anna Beers / @beers.photos
Bob Price / @bobprice
Brian Harden / @brianhrdn
Caitlin Hayes / @404caitlin
Casey Engmark / @_caseye
Chip Parker / @chipwpark
Christina Ung / @xtinaung
Dex Thompson / @panoramicnothings
Darrian Deilami / @hauntingzz
Eddie Grogg / @eddie.grogg
Esti Sanchez / @mujer_fotografia
Fenn Bruns / @fennbruns
Grant Parfitt / @hobogre
Hernando Solo / @gottanikoncamera
Joey Valenzuela / @joseph__valenzuela
John Barnard / @jqb4
Jose Villalobos / @_lowboz
Joseph Anderson / @visualsbyjoeph_
Joseph Mansfield / @jdmxciv
Julie Bernadeth Crumb / @rebellious_optimism
Katya Jane Frelly / @janefrellyfilms
Mark Dillon / @markthomasdillon
Miguel Gutierrez / @mgutjr
Mike Blanchard / @rustmag
Niko Lara / @96niko96
Phoenix Kanada / website
Ray Hernandez / @rayvvision
Robbie Bermudez / @death2mallgrabs
Robin Bernardino / @jpg.robin
Ruben Robles / @trappingphotons
Sarah Sheldon / @as.ab0v3_so.b3l0w
Taylor Abbott / @tmarieabbott
Travis Cannady / @travis_cannady
Troy Cooper / @troymcooper
Ziru Mo / @ziru.mo
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Opening Reception
Saturday, June 28th, 2025
6-9pm
Schedule
June 28 - August 9, 2025
Curator
Timeless Thrills
Catalog of Works
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Press / Content
Opening Reception Communal Photo Recap
Installation Views
