John Chiara: Bay Panel
June 26 — July 19, 2026
Artist Talk & Exhibition Walk Through with John Chiara: Saturday, July 18th 2-3:30pm
Suggested Donation $25
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SF Camerawork × Haines Gallery are pleased to present John Chiara: Bay Panel, a new solo exhibition by the celebrated Bay Area photographer. The second of two collaborative exhibitions presented at SF Camerawork’s gallery at Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture, the exhibition centers Chiara’s singular practice and his sustained engagement with the landscapes and histories of Northern California.
John Chiara: Bay Panel centers on the six-part horizontal work from 2020 of the same title, originally commissioned by the Pilara Family Foundation for an exhibition in their former space. Shown only briefly before being placed in storage, the work will now return to public view for the first time. Stretching over 24 feet in length, Bay Panel offers a sweeping meditation on the San Francisco Bay and the city’s layered photographic history. Referencing the panoramic traditions of nineteenth-century photographers such as Eadweard Muybridge, Chiara’s work captures the Bay’s shifting atmosphere alongside markers of urban development and commercial exchange, including the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco’s distinct skyline, and passing cargo ships viewed from various vantage points across the Bay. At once ethereal and finely detailed, Bay Panel highlights the dynamism and beauty of the Bay Area itself. Additional photographs included in the exhibition further demonstrate Chiara’s singular practice and his sustained engagement with the landscapes and histories of Northern California.
May Members’ Critique
Join us for a thoughtful evening of critique led by SF Camerawork board member Jonathan Calm, alongside fellow members!
SF Camerawork's monthly critiques offer members the opportunity to share and receive feedback on their current projects. May's Members' Critique will be led by Bay Area based artist Jonathan Calm.
When: Sunday, May 31, 4-6PM
Where: At our SFC Gallery in Fort Mason
April Members’ Critique
Join us in person for our April Members’ Critique led by visual artist, Shao Feng Hsu This is a great chance to share your work, get feedback, and connect with fellow members. Whether your goal is growth or inspiration, this critique session offers a space to engage with and learn from others’ work. Bring your latest pieces and let's come together to share and appreciate the photographic medium in a supportive, relaxed setting.
When: Friday, April 17th, 2026, 6-8PM
Where: At our SFC Gallery in Fort Mason
Artist Talk and Curatorial Conversation
Join us for an intimate conversation with exhibiting artist Nasim Moghadam and curator Zoë Latzer to learn more about the makings and intentions behind the solo show, And Yet, We See. Together, they will reflect on the conceptual foundations of the work, the artistic process behind its creation, and the themes that shape the exhibition.
When: Saturday, April 25th, 5:30-7:30 PM
Where: SFC Gallery, Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture
March Members’ Critique
Join us in person for our March Members’ Critique led by multi-media artist, Tamara Suarez Porras. This is a great chance to share your work, get feedback, and connect with fellow members. Whether your goal is growth or inspiration, this critique session offers a space to engage with and learn from others’ work. Bring your latest pieces and let's come together to share and appreciate the photographic medium in a supportive, relaxed setting.
When: Tuesday, March 24th, 2026, 6-8PM
Where: At our SFC Gallery in Fort Mason
Email info@sfcamerawork.org to present; space is limited to 5 presenters per session, with up to 25 attendees. This event is open to SFC Members only.
February 2026 Members’ Critique
Join us in person for our February Members’ Critique led by our current exhibiting artist, Nasim Moghadam. This is a great chance to share your work, get feedback, and connect with fellow members. Whether your goal is growth or inspiration, this critique session offers a space to engage with and learn from others’ work. Bring your latest pieces and let's come together to share and appreciate the photographic medium in a supportive, relaxed setting.
When: Tuesday, Februaury 17th, 2026, 6-8PM
Where: At our SFC Gallery in Fort Mason
Email info@sfcamerawork.org to present; space is limited to 5 presenters per session, with up to 25 attendees. This event is open to SFC Members only.
January 2026 Members’ Critique
Join us via Zoom for the January Members’ Critique, led by our December 2025 Exhibiting Artist, Charles Victor Brewer! It's a great chance to get feedback, share your work, and connect with fellow members in a relaxed, friendly setting. Whether you're looking to improve or just want to see what others are creating, this critique session is the perfect spot to dive in. Don’t miss out on the fun and insightful conversations!
When: Tuesday, January 20th, 6-8PM
Where: Online
Email info@sfcamerawork.org to present; space is limited to 5 presenters per session, with up to 25 attendees. This event is open to SFC Members only.