More Than A Picture: RWU Student Photographers Showcase The Power of Visual Storytelling
A monthslong exhibition engages visitors with compelling perspectives on photography and storytelling.
By Mikayla Larguinha '26
"Observing" is one of many pieces being displayed on the first floor of University Library from emerging RWU artists.
Image Credit:
Christian Calabro, Senior, Visual Arts
BRISTOL, R.I. – From documentary realism to bold experimental imagery, nearly 20 students from the Roger Williams University Visual Arts program are displaying their latest photography on exhibition at University Library.
The show, which opened on Feb. 26, features a diverse range of student work, each piece providing a unique perspective on storytelling through photography. Gallery opening night sparked conversations about technique, emotion, and the evolving role of photography as an art form. Exhibiting artists also shared their inspirations and creative processes, offering insight into their work, further drawing visitors into discussions about the power of visual storytelling and the ways in which photography captures moments beyond words.
“Photography is another way of communicating poetry,” said sophomore Marco Fraone, an Architecture student from Mansfield, Mass. and one of the featured artists. “Seeing people engage with the work and discuss the creative decisions behind it was a glimpse into what makes the Fine Arts program so special – an environment where we uplift one another and celebrate the truths we find in our works.”
Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the creative vision of RWU’s emerging photographers on the first floor of the library through Aug. 27.
Spring 2025 Photography Exhibition
RWU Department of Visual Arts presents a photography exhibition at the University Library. The emerging photographers showcase runs through August 27, 2025.
"Urban Texture" by Noah Ellingwood '23, M'24, and Architecture alumnus from South Foster, R.I.
"Solitude" by Soraya Bussatti-Espanol, a junior Visual Arts major from Areribo, Puerto Rico.
"The Bertrands" by sophomore Janna Hart, a Political Science major from Manchester, Conn.
"Veil of Fame" by first-year student Amelia Banach, an undeclared major from Worcester, Mass.
"Finding Shape in Providence" by sophomore Alex Rugg, a Forensic Science and Chemistry Pharm. D. major from Cockeysville, Md.
"Frontside Lipslide" by senior Eitan Hirshfield, a Visual Arts major from New Haven, Conn.
"Observing" by senior Christian Calabro, a Visual Arts major from Ridgefield, Conn.
"Andrew Baudelaire" by sophomore Andrew Mello, a Visual Arts major from Portsmouth, R.I.
"At Least 5 By Midday" by junior Celeste Roberson, a Preservation Studies and Visual Arts major from Cincinnati, Ohio.
"Silver" by junior Grayson Philbrick, a Graphic Design Communications major from Barrington, N.H.
"Streets of Providence" by sophomore James Birbara, a Graphic Design Communications major from West Hartford, Conn.
"Scarlet Symphonies" by junior Elizabeth Van Liew, a Graphic Design Communications major from Jefferson, Mass.
"Timeless" by junior Grace Campos, an Environmental Science major from Rehoboth, Mass.
"1-800-FOR-LOVE" by junior Madison Benson, Communications and Media Studies major from Sandy Hook, Conn.
"unread" by first-year-student Joe Trzepacz, a Graphic Design Communications major from Goffstown, N.H.
"Shooting Practice" by Nikki Silva, Visual Arts adjunct faculty.
"One Man’s Trash" by junior Madison Gerrish, a Visual Arts and English Literature major from North Dighton, Mass.
"200 Clarendon, Foggy Night (Boston, MA)" by sophomore Marco Fraone, an Architecture major from Mansfield, Mass.
"Grace" by junior Mia Accardi, a Criminal Justice major from Bristol, R.I.
