Presence: A Photography Exhibition by DaShawn Lewis

Edgehill Brighter Days

June 7th - June 21st | Opening Reception June 7th, 1 PM - 9 PM

COOP is pleased to present Presence, a solo exhibition by Nashville artist DaShawn Lewis, opening June 7, 2025, during the Wedgewood Houston Art Crawl. In photography we often experience a split second to document a moment before it’s gone. Presence is required to anticipate and make these moments, and can be felt mentally, physically, or spiritually. It also involves people, places, and/or things. In Presence, Lewis’ work reflects his thoughts, questions, feelings, and experiences while arguing the importance of considering how presence can shape our lives and our environment.

More about the Artist

DaShawn Lewis, a self-taught photographer, focuses his work on life happenings and promoting youth arts. Born and raised in Nashville, his passion for photography traces back to his childhood. When capturing images, he prioritizes building community and fostering connections. Lewis coined the term “Life Photography,” which authentically documents real-life events, people, and environments. His primary objective is to highlight the significance of everyday life and everyday people. Lewis, alongside his creative peers, collaborates on workshops and exhibitions with the Edgehill Brighter Days Program in South Nashville, under the leadership of Nancy Crutcher. Through his community outreach, DaShawn is able to connect and collaborate with local artists, building a stronger arts community in Nashville.