A surprisingly large number of PAA members and guests braved the elements to convene at the Hammer Museum in Westwood for the January meeting. President Annaly Bennett welcomed everyone and updates were given by committee chairs. The Fringe Benefit committee announced the patron drive, which kicks off next week. Education Inside LA will take a visit to the Tala Mandani …
Pasadena Art Alliance members met in-person at MOCA, Grand for our general meeting and for a guided tour of the current exhibition, Henry Taylor: B Side. Annaly Bennett opened the meeting and introduced the new members and guests who were present. Patty Zuber provided the current financial report and mentioned that members can make stock donations. There …
On a spectacular sunny day, Pasadena Art Alliance members convened at the main campus of the ArtCenter College of Design to meet in person and enjoy the current exhibit, Cantos of the Sibylline Sisterhood. Highlights of the meeting included: -The announcement of a private art sale from the MARY GERKE estate on December 16th -Jeannie Vaughn’s pitch for the sale …
President Annaly Bennett dedicated the first general meeting of the year to Jennifer Baxter, PAA’s 2021-2022 president, who passed away in July. She is missed terribly, and we cherish all of our PAA memories with her and send condolences to her family. Meeting highlights: – During the meeting, we welcomed PAA’s newest members: Suzanne Holder, Karyn Kohl, Betty Sargent, Toi …
It was a beautiful day in Long Beach where PAA members enjoyed the exhibits and grounds of the Long Beach Museum of Art. Judy Penner opened the meeting and introduced one of our new members, Sarah Deschenes. Patty Zuber reported on our current treasury accounts, noting that it was necessary for PAA to purchase a new computer for the office. …
As PAA members entered the courtyard of the Pasadena Conservatory of Music, their eyes were drawn to a table with an incredible array of specially designed valentines created by a talented team, headed by Shelly Sackett. This year’s cards exhibited extraordinary artistry and will bring delight to all who receive them. The general meeting was opened by President Judy Penner …
The first 2020 PAA meeting took place at the beautiful Huntington Gardens with a large number of members in attendance. President Judy Penner greeted everyone and reminded us all of the importance of responding promptly to meeting and lunch invitations. Though the new online system caused a few glitches, ultimately, the ability to use credit cards and other features will …
The Schindler House, one of Los Angeles’s most beloved architectural and cultural landmarks, provided the perfect venue for the December PAA meeting. The weather cooperated and allowed us to enjoy the beautiful grounds before moving into the courtyard for the meeting. Judy Penner announced that in November, Gloria Kondrup, the designer of our new PAA logo and longtime member, was …
It was nice to see such a large number of PAA members attend the November meeting at the CraftContemporary Museum ( formerly the Craft and Folk Art Museum ). Sadly, President Judy Penner announced the passing of Adelaide Hixon, icon, philanthropist and one of PAA’s “10 Gems”. Judy thanked all who participated in the discussions of future fundraising events and …
President Judy Penner called the meeting to order, noting that this is the 64th year of the Pasadena Art Alliance. After reading our mission statement, she read an apt definition of contemporary art: “ The most prominent feature of Contemporary Art is that it has no distinct feature or single characteristic. It is defined by the artist’s ability to innovate …
