PHOTOGRAPHY FESTIVAL
05/09-06/01
RADIUM RUNWAY
A PHOTOGRAPHY FESTIVAL FOR A CLIMATE POSITIVE FUTURE
In Plain Site is not just a festival—it’s a visual journey into our future. This free, three-week outdoor exhibition held this spring transforms the Alameda Point shoreline into an open-air gallery, showcasing stunning collections from both international and local photographers. Through powerful imagery, the event illuminates the pathways to a more climate-positive world.
The festival kicks off with a dynamic opening celebration featuring artist talks, hands-on workshops, guided photo walks, interactive crafts, and activities for all ages. In Plain Site is a call to action—an invitation to explore the urgent realities of sea-level rise and climate change through the lens of photography.
Organized by Radium Presents and West End Arts District, in partnership with Photoville, this unique and impactful celebration transforms public space into a platform for inspiration, education, and change.
Radium Runway is located at 2151 Ferry Point, Alameda, CA 94501.
May 9 - June 1, 2025
➤ SPONSOR
SATURDAY, MAY 10TH
12 - 5 PM
In Plain Site’s Big Kick Off Event! Enjoy climate-friendly cuisines curated by our friend, Erika Hazel, the Bizerkeley Vegan. Catch artist talks on the hour every hour, or a walking tour of the incredible facilities of DOER Marine. Get smarter at our speaker series featuring Barbara Boissevain, Noah Berger, Maurice Ramirez, and Rob Jackson. Try your hand at collage, foam relief printing, and other family-friendly activities.
featured photographers + pop-up galleries
Upcoming events
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Fri, May 9th • 5 - 7 PM
Join the production team for a ribbon cutting, a delicious cocktail, and some jubilant jazz. Be the first to soak up the exhibit! Free with RSVP.
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Sat, May 10th • 12 - 5 PM
In Plain Site takes over the runway with a climate forward food market, artist talks, tours, activities and presentations from local climate innovators. Free and fun for all ages!
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Tue, May 20th • 5:30 - 7 PM
Want to get involved in climate work but not sure how? Curious to hear about different pathways to becoming part of the solution? Here’s a chance to put yourself in the picture (both literally and figuratively). A panel of climate experts from all backgrounds give us a glimpse into their journey and answer your questions. Free with RSVP.
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Sat, May 31st • 2 - 5 PM
Join partner organization Rhythmix Cultural Works for a free climate art event featuring live music, dance, visual art and theater. Located at the neighboring Waterfront Park. Free with RSVP.
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Sat, May 31st • 6:30 - 10 PM
Sip a sunset cocktail as you appreciate the last hours of the exhibit and then join the production team at Almanac Brewery for a night of digital art and performance.
workshops
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night photography with leah frink
Tue, May 13th • 7:30 - 9:30 PM & Wed, May 21st • 7:30 - 9:30 PM
Explore Alameda Point through a photo walking tour focused on low light techniques. Gain the skills to capture spectacular night photos.
Led by Alameda based photographer Leah Frink.
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Light & Composition with Tara Layman
Wed, May 14th • 5:30 - 7:30 PM & Sun, May 18 • 5:30 - 7:30 PM
Discover how to use natural light and strong composition to create visually striking images that tell a story. This hands-on outdoor photography workshop will teach you how to see and shape light while composing your shots for maximum impact.
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Lumen printing with brenna hansen
Sat, May 17th • 11 AM - 1 PM
Explore the magic of Lumen Printing with Brenna Hansen of the East Bay Photo Collective. This camera-less photography process combines the photographic paper traditionally used in a darkroom setting with UV light and subject matter found outside. No previous photography experience is required!
Recommended for ages 16 and up.
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Iphoneography 101 with Sarah Deragon
Sat, May 17th • 10 AM- 12 PM
Join Sarah Deragon for an engaging iPhoneography class where her aim is to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to confidently capture, edit, and share high-quality photos using their iPhone.
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Cyanotype Nature Printing
Sat, May 24th • 10 AM - 1 PM
Join us for an invigorating hands-on outdoor workshop that takes you on a creative journey through the process of cyanotype printing. Using natural materials and found shadows, you’ll unlock the secrets of this unique photographic technique while drawing inspiration from the local environment of Alameda Point.
For ages 10 and up!
Photograph by Simone Tramonte
GROUP VISITS
Interested in organizing a group visit to experience the exhibit? Contact us to host a group.
VOLUNTEER
Can you volunteer to help support In Plain Site upcoming events? Help keep this arts programming free for all.
SPONSOR
Share your story with thousands of climate-focused arts lovers from across the Bay.
YOUTH outreach program
HIGH SCHOOL “ACTS OF HOPE” PROJECT
As part of the Acts of Hope Project, Alameda High School photography students had the opportunity to learn from local photographer Brooke Anderson, exploring techniques to capture powerful images of individuals and actions that embody resilience, determination, and optimism in the face of climate change. After participating in two workshops with Anderson, the students ventured into their communities to document ‘acts of hope’ through their lenses. The work of four exceptional students was selected to be showcased as part of the In Plain Site festival.
ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL VISITS
3rd-8th Grade classes are invited for a guided tour of the In Plain Site exhibit, followed by an artist-led hands on activity on site. We anticipate that between 300-500 students will participate over 4-5 days of guided visits.
Want to plan a field trip for students in your life?
Photo by Dario Fernandez Ruz
exhibition presenting partners
Alameda arts nonprofits Radium Presents and West End Arts District invite celebrated NYC curators Photoville to sprinkle a little of their Brooklyn magic on the shores of Alameda.
Photoville is a New York-based non-profit organization that works to promote a wider understanding and increased access to the art of photography for all. Founded in 2011 in Brooklyn, Photoville produces an annual, city-wide open air photography festival in New York City, a wide range of free educational community initiatives, and a nationwide program of public art exhibitions.
