Talks & LEctures
Talks and demonstrations by exhibiting artists provide the community with insight into an exhibiting artist’s work and process. Lectures by local and regional art historians shed light on contemporary concerns and current issues and provide the public with opportunities for discussion and engagement with the visual arts.
Upcoming Talks & LECTURES
Artist Talk with Charlene Will
Saturday, January 31, 2-3:30 PM
$10 (Free for Students & Members)
The artist will give a walk-through of her work, covering her favorite locations to paint, how color and light inspires her, and the noticeable effects of climate on the natural world. Walking, observing, and moving through wilderness areas are paramount to her process, and she’ll provide glimpses into how her work evolves.
Visitors can view her solo exhibit at the Pence, Here for a While, from January 9 – February 28, 2026.
Artist Talk with Manuel Fernando Rios
Saturday, February 21, 2-3:30 PM
$10 (Free for Students & Members)
Join artist Manuel Fernando Rios as he talks with fellow artist John Yoyogi Fortes about his formative years as an artist, his artistic process, and current work in his exhibit at the Pence.
Visitors can view Manuel Fernando Rios’ exhibit, When They Reminisce Over You, from February 7 – March 29, 2026.
Are you passionate about education? Support the Pence by sponsoring an an artist talk, art history lecture, our ArtSmart series, or another educational program. Email Katharine Schultz at [email protected] for more information.