Upcoming Exhibition: “Made in America” by Christopher Payne at Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum

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This fall, the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum will present Made in America: The Industrial Photography of Christopher Payne. Running from November 21, 2025, through spring 2026, the exhibition features over 70 of Payne’s captivating photographs, showcasing American craftsmanship and technological innovation. Payne’s decade-long photographic journey reveals the artistry behind iconic products—from Steinway pianos to New Balance sneakers—and celebrates the skilled hands and cutting-edge processes that shape industries across the U.S. Don’t miss this stunning visual exploration of American manufacturing and design.

PUBLIC POOLS: Anna Morgowicz and Karolina Czeczek Exhibition at Citygroup

Join us on Thursday, July 31, from 6–8pm at Citygroup (104b Forsyth Street, NYC) for the opening of PUBLIC POOLS, featuring new photography and visual research by Anna Morgowicz. The exhibition explores New York City’s public swimming pools as sites of social, architectural, and environmental significance. Developed in collaboration with Karolina Czeczek / Only If, the project uses the pool as a lens to examine public space, equity, and urban resilience.

Anna MorgowiczDavid La SpinaJuly 31, 2025CitygroupExhibition

Metropolis Features Sahar Coston-Hardy’s Photos of DAVID RUBIN’s Franklin Park

Sahar Coston-Hardy photographed Franklin Park’s revitalization for DAVID RUBIN Land Collective, now featured in Metropolis. Her images show how new tree canopies, water features, and gathering spaces invite civic life and set a new standard for inclusive urban landscapes.

Celebrating Award-Winning Projects of 2024 Through the Lens of Lara Swimmer

We are pleased to share a few of the published and award-winning projects that Seattle-based Lara Swimmer photographed in 2024. She looks forward to collaborating with firms throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond this year!

Awards, Lara SwimmerDavid La SpinaApril 7, 2025Awards, Lara Swimmer

Anna Morgowicz Photographs Steve Madden’s Times Square Flagship for Ringo Studio

Anna Morgowicz captured the vibrant redesign of Steve Madden’s Times Square flagship, a project reimagined by Ringo Studio. Drawing inspiration from the brand’s nostalgic Hamptons pop-ups, the new space blends New York’s energy with bold, pop-inspired hues. Featured in AN Interior and Azure, this transformation bridges past and present in a fresh, dynamic way. Explore Morgowicz’s stunning visuals and the store’s redefined aesthetic.

David La SpinaMarch 11, 2025Esto Photographics, Inc.

Celebrating Award-Winning Projects of 2024 Through the Lens of Sahar Coston-Hardy

Several projects photographed by Sahar Coston-Hardy received top honors in 2024, highlighting the impact of architecture and landscape design. From cultural institutions to public spaces, these award-winning projects showcase the power of thoughtful design. As we move into 2025, we look forward to continuing our collaborations with architects and designers to document meaningful work.

Alon Koppel Exhibits His Erie Canal Rephotography at Everson Museum

Esto photographer Alon Koppel presents his rephotography project at the Everson Museum of Art in At Water’s Edge: Reflections on 200 Years of the Erie Canal. The exhibition runs through April 27, 2025, with a gallery talk on February 15 and a virtual discussion on February 12. Don’t miss this unique visual exploration of the Erie Canal’s past and present.

Alon KoppelDavid La SpinaFebruary 13, 2025Everson Museum of ArtAlon Koppel, Exhibition

Arbolope Studio's Love Bank Park Wins Multiple Awards

Serhii Chrucky captured Arbolope Studio's Love Bank Park, a vibrant public space on Cherokee Street that has earned three prestigious awards: the 2025 Award of Excellence from ASLA St. Louis, the 2024 Merit Award from AIA Central States, and the 2024 Honor Award from AIA St. Louis.

Serhii Chrucky, AIA, ASLADavid La SpinaFebruary 10, 2025Esto