Opening Reception – Year of the Gentleman: Redefining Modern Excellence

Come dressed in your excellence and join us for the Opening Reception of Year of the Gentleman: Redefining Modern Excellence on Saturday, August 2 from 6-8 pm!!! Free, open to the public, light refreshments, and live music by DJ MicDrop.

This solo exhibition by Shawndale Thomas features photograph that redefine modern masculinity through fashion-forward portraiture. The collection of black-and-white and color photography captures men of diverse ethnicities and ages in moments of service, mentorship, and guidance—highlighting the timeless values of integrity, leadership, and generosity.

Each image showcases an individual engaged in an act of service, illustrating the power of mentorship, kindness, and human connection. By framing these moments through the lens of high-fashion portraiture, the exhibition bridges style and substance, proving that true elegance is not just in appearance but in action.

Exhibition in support of Christian Bradley and Fly 4 the Low & Fly Society LLC.

Shawndale Thomas will be giving an informal Artist Talk on Saturday, August 16 starting at 1pm. Free, open to the public, light refreshments.

Image: Shawndale Thomas, The Gentleman’s Deal, photography, 2025