06/16/2026
Join us for Origins, an editorial photography exhibition presented by School of Fillet .studios Fillet Studios
Through the School of Fillet, a 2-month mentorship program, five emerging photographers explored the foundations of creative direction, visual storytelling, editorial photography techniques, and leading studio productions from concept to completion. With mentorship, collaboration, and experimentation, each student developed a unique photographic body of work centered around the theme Origins.
Origins invites a deeper exploration of the ideas, emotions, identities, memories, and experiences that shape who we are. Each photographer was challenged to interpret the theme through their own lens, creating work that reflects what resonates most deeply in their lives and creative practices.
The resulting exhibition showcases five distinct editorial series that move between personal reflection and artistic experimentation, offering intimate perspectives on identity, expression, belonging, transformation, and self-discovery. We invite you to experience these stories, connect with the artists, and celebrate the culmination of their creative journeys.
🎉 Grand Opening
Sunday, June 28th (1PM-3PM)
XIA Books & Café
422 University Ave W, St. Paul, MN
The exhibition will be available through July 12th at XIA Books & Café. This is a free event that is open to the public.
⭐️ Featuring:
Cynthia Abalo
Denise Pike .pike
Hakeem Martins .e.em
Keira Taylor .bykeira
Melynda Yang .jpg
Program brought to you by Asian Media Access, Pan Asian Artist Alliance, Minnesota DEED and Fillet Studios.
