Footwork: Where We Gather

Footwork: Where We Gather joins traditional sports photography with contemporary works by photographer Sheila Pree Bright, whose new series celebrates Atlanta sports culture and uplifts the community that sport engenders. From United tailgates to the pitch, Falcons training camp to the stands and abroad, Pree Bright turns the camera to the fans—and through them, to the teams they love—finding togetherness and solidarity in the places where sport becomes tradition and fans become family.

This exhibition is part of a broader university-wide initiative celebrating Atlanta’s vibrant sports culture as the city prepares to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Through exhibitions, programs, and community partnerships, Emory is exploring how sport fosters identity, belonging, and connection—on campus, across the city, and around the world.