From its early days, many artists moved to Pasadena, motivated by its quality of light and the picturesque scenery of the San Gabriel mountains and the Arroyo Seco. By the late 19th century, Pasadena’s citizens had already started to establish artists’ collectives, salons, and training centers, and talented painters and sculptors quickly found patrons and eager buyers for their art. Join PMH Curator of History & Exhibitions Julia Long and learn about Pasadena’s artists – both homegrown and transplants from all over the world, working in every type of media from watercolor to block prints, plein air painting to sculpture – as well as the organizations and schools that helped to cultivate and expand their roles in a growing society.

Presentation will begin at 7:00 pm; PMH Galleries will open at 6:00 pm for viewing the Pasadena Society of Artists’ centennial exhibition, 100 Years – 100 Images.

Space is limited; advance reservations required.

Image: Prof. Judson and his students, n.d. Courtesy of Judson Studios, Los Angeles