Rian Dundon Will Open Streamers Exhibit in Portland
The Portland gallery Franklin Foto will host the new photography collection starting on October 3, 2026.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Fine Art
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Photographer Rian Dundon will unveil his latest collection, Streamers, at the Franklin Foto gallery in Portland. The exhibition, which features images captured since 2020, opens to the public on October 3, 2026.
Why it matters
The exhibition highlights the intersection of public protest and modern digital documentation as captured by the experienced photojournalist. Dundon’s work provides a specific lens on the evolution of street photography and public demonstration culture.
Rian Dundon is a 45-year-old freelance photojournalist who has authored 4 books, including the 2023 release Protest City. The Streamers exhibition showcases work captured by the artist since 2020.
The players
Rian Dundon
He is a freelance photojournalist and photography instructor who has authored four books.
Franklin Foto
This is a gallery space located at 8953 N Lombard St in the St. Johns neighborhood of Portland.
The details
The exhibition will be held at the Franklin Foto gallery located at 8953 N Lombard St. Dundon, who balances his photography career with part-time work at a pizza shop, typically wears a nondescript ballcap and light jacket while shooting and requests permission from subjects before taking photos.
Timeline
Dundon began noticing widespread camera use at protests in 2020.
Dundon published the book Protest City in 2023.
The opening reception for Streamers will occur on October 3, 2026, from 5-8 pm.
The exhibition will run through October 31, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
This exhibition follows the 2023 publication of Protest City, marking a consistent focus on social documentary work. The showcase reflects a broader trend of independent photographers leveraging gallery spaces to bridge the gap between digital protest documentation and fine art prints.
The exhibition at Franklin Foto is free to the public, offering an accessible opportunity for local residents to view the work. Visitors can attend the opening reception on October 3, 2026, from 5-8 pm to interact with the collection.
The takeaway
The show offers a unique look at how street protest documentation has shifted in the current decade. Residents interested in photography are encouraged to visit the gallery before the exhibition closes at the end of October.
Further reading
Learn more about local visual arts events by visiting the Portland Fine Art section.
More information
For additional details regarding the show, visit the Franklin Foto gallery website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Willamette Week.
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