The Robert Koch Gallery is proud to present Narrative Implied, a group exhibition featuring the work of eleven artists whose photographs delve into the concept of narrative—from overtly structured stories to more subtle, open-ended visual explorations. The selected images are characterized by a balance between what they disclose and what they deliberately withhold, drawing the viewer into a space of ambiguity and interpretation.
The exhibition includes work by Holly Andres, Trent Davis Bailey, Matt Black, Chris Dorley-Brown, Nadav Kander, Josef Koudelka, Mimi Plumb, Amy Stein, Alex Webb, Rebecca Norris Webb, and Michael Wolf. These artists represent a diverse range of photographic practices: some document the world around them, grounding their work in observational realism, while others build imagined scenes or reframe existing imagery. Whether drawn from life or invention, each artist probes the psychological and emotional mechanics of storytelling, especially the tension between what is seen and what lies just outside the frame.
At the heart of Narrative Implied is the idea of the suggested story—images that do not declare their meaning outright but instead leave room for interpretation. These works rely on implication rather than explicit explanation, inviting viewers to complete the narrative through memory, imagination, and emotional resonance. The result is an active viewing experience, where meaning is not given but discovered.
Ultimately, the exhibition asks us to consider how stories are shaped and experienced through photography. It challenges us to think not only about what the image shows but what it evokes—how a photograph can serve as a vessel for memory, desire, and introspection. Whether grounded in everyday observation or constructed with intention, these photographs blur the boundaries between reality and fiction, revealing photography’s power to both illuminate and obscure. Through this tension, each viewer is offered a distinct, personal encounter with the implied narrative.

Narrative Implied: a group exhibition
August 4 — August 30, 2025
Robert Koch Gallery – San Francisco, CA

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https://kochgallery.com/