On Exhibit at the Townsend Center

Ward Schumaker's SAVED!

Opening Reception: 5:30 pm | Tuesday, March 11, 2008

On Exhibit: March 10 - May 30, 2008

As an illustrator Ward Schumaker's work appears frequently in such publications as the L A Times, New York Times, Poetry, and Le Figaro; in collateral for United Airlines and Hermès; and in books. He has illustrated two limited edition for The Yolla Bolly Press: Two Kitchens in Provence by M.F.K.Fisher; and Paris France by Gertrude Stein. His personal work has appeared in solo shows in Nashville, Shanghai, and recently at the Meridian Gallery in San Francisco. He lives and works in San Francisco with his wife, artist Vivienne Flesher.

John McNamara - Ten Moments from the Twentieth Century

On Exhibit: January 15 - May 15, 2008

John McNamara came to the Art Practice Department in the fall of 1993. In 1994 he developed and implemented the course "Art 8, Introduction to Visual Thinking," an entry-level course focusing on the investigation of art processes and conceptual strategies. "Resource,": a reference guide for new Cal students, named it one of the most student recommended classes to take within the University. As well as teaching various painting and drawing courses, John is also responsible for the mentoring of the Graduate Student Instructors within the department.