Eddie Soloway, Eyes Wide Open

October 22, 2026 at 4:00pm

Portland Art Museum
Whitsell Auditorium
1119 SW Park Ave.
Portland, OR 97205
www.portlandartmuseum.org / 503 226 2811
Cost: Free to the public. (ticket required Eddie Soloway ‘Eyes Wide Open’ | The Portland Garden Club)

The Portland Garden Club invites you to the Jane Stetson Memorial Lecture “Eyes Wide Open’, featuring Eddie Soloway at the Portland Art Museum on October 22, 2026 at 4:00pm. Join acclaimed photographer, teacher, and storyteller Eddie Soloway for an inspiring presentation that explores how photography can deepen our connection to the natural world and help us see with fresh eyes. Through stunning images and engaging stories, Eddie will share practical ways to create more meaningful, personal photographs—whether you’re using a professional camera or a smartphone.”

Eddie Soloway has taught photography and creativity at leading photographic institutions around the world. He received the Excellence in Photographic Teaching Award from the Santa Fe Center for Photographic Arts (now CENTER), and Photo District News recognized him as one of America’s top photography workshop instructors. Today he continues to teach, lecture, create fine-art prints, and publish photographic projects.

In Eddie’s own words – “A single photograph can transport us to another place, awaken long-forgotten memories, or reveal the beauty hidden in everyday moments.

The lecture is free and open to the public. Tickets are required for admission. CLICK HERE to obtain your tickets or visit our website, The Portland Garden Club. Please email info@theportlandgardenclub.org for questions.