XPOSÉ 2025: A Month of Vision, Voice, and Visual Impact
As XPOSÉ 2025 enters its final days at the historic Papermill Gallery, we’re taking a moment to reflect on an incredible month of art, connection, and community. Presented by CAPIC National, this year’s edition has been one of our most ambitious — and most memorable — yet.
Running from June 4 to 29, XPOSÉ 2025 brought together five distinct exhibitions under one roof, showcasing an inspiring cross-section of Canada’s fine art photography scene. From celebrated legends to rising stars, from personal narratives to powerful statements, the work on view has sparked dialogue, reflection, and awe.
A Packed House: Opening Night Gala
On Wednesday, June 11, over 150 guests filled the Todmorden Papermill Gallery for our Opening Gala — an evening of vibrant energy and shared celebration. Artists, curators, students, industry professionals, and community members gathered to honour the photographers behind the work and connect over the stories each image told.
The space was buzzing with conversation, camera flashes, and deep appreciation for the sheer range and resonance of the works on display. We were thrilled to see such strong support from Toronto’s creative community — thank you to everyone who showed up, shared space, and made the evening unforgettable.
What You May Have Missed
This year’s lineup featured:
🎞️ XPOSÉ – Our national juried exhibition, curated by Bob Carnie, showcasing standout fine art photography from across Canada.
📷 The Land I Call Home – A tender solo show by Walter Borchenko, presenting personal favourites from his evolving collection of Canadian landscapes.
🎓 RODEO 17 – Sponsored by Vistek, this student showcase highlighted fresh perspectives from the next generation of Canadian visual storytellers.
📸 CAPIC Legends – Curated by Struan Campbell-Smith, this tribute exhibition honoured the visionaries who helped shape Canadian photography.
✊🏽 XPOSÉ NOIR: ELEMENTs of Freedom – Our Choice of Weapon – A landmark debut curated by Felicia “FēB3A RBG” Byron, this powerful exhibit featured seven Black Toronto-based artists, bringing bold and necessary voices to the forefront of Canada’s photo arts scene.
Thank You to the Community
To everyone who submitted work, visited the gallery, spread the word, and helped make this exhibition a success — thank you. Your energy and enthusiasm remind us why exhibitions like XPOSÉ matter.
They are more than collections of images — they are spaces of exchange, empowerment, and evolution.
