In Color – Curated by CSULB Professor Emerita Marie Thibeault

The Long Beach Creative Group  presents In Color, an exhibition of paintings curated by celebrated CSULB professor emerita Marie Thibeault. 

The exhibition features works by Molly Champlin, Walpa D’ Mark, Audra Graziano, Kiara Aileen Machado, Perin Mahler, Constance Mallinson, Robin Mitchell, Hagop Najarian, Melanie Nuccio, Maggie Tennesen and Mirabel Wigon. The show opens April 28 and runs through May 25.

According to Theibeault, the concept for the show was to present work that explores “high chromacity,” using color as a visual force to “communicate emotion, empathy, memory and embodiment.” Artists were selected, in part, based on their connections to the CSULB community. “This includes alumni as well as those who have either taught or are currently teaching painting and color theory,” Thibeault said. “It was essential to maintain a balance that honored the distinct differences in approach, subject matter, and process evident across the artists’ works. This ensured that the exhibition would showcase a diverse range of artistic voices while highlighting the power and versatility of color in each piece.”

“We are thrilled to have Marie curating a show here at the Rod Briggs Gallery,” said Travis Stock-Tucker, Exhibition Coordinator for the Long Beach Creative Group. “Her years of experience as an artist and educator, and her deep connections with the Southern California creative community, have resulted in a spectacular show.”

“This exhibition presents an exciting and fulfilling opportunity to unite a diverse group of artists whom I’ve had the privilege of knowing and collaborating with throughout my career,” Thibeault said. “Teaching the Advanced Color class for painters at CSULB for over 33 years stands out as one of my greatest joys and personal achievements. Many of the artists featured in the show have a shared history, having crossed paths and developed their unique practices and careers over time. What unites us all is our deep-rooted love for and mastery of color, a passion that has driven me throughout my life.”

Thibeault will also present a talk, “21st Century Color,” at the opening reception, May 17. Also on  May 17 at 7:30, the LBCG will present the screening of a film related to the exhibition. 

The LBCG is supported, in part, by the Port of Long Beach, the Arts Council for Long Beach, and the ongoing support of the Briggs Family Trust.

In Color

Time:  1 to 2 p.m., artist talk, May 17. Regular gallery hours are 1 to 4 p.m., Friday to Sunday 

Cost: Free

Details:  LongBeachCreativeGroup.com

Venue: Rod Briggs Gallery, located at 2221 E Broadway in Long Beach