"Under the Big Black Sun: California Art, 1974-1981" Walkthru
Exhibition walk-thru of "Under the Big Black Sun: California Art, 1974-1981 at the Geffen Contemporary at MOCA
As a part of the Pacific Standard Time initiative, this survey exhibition examines the rise of pluralistic art practices across the state spanning the years of 1974 to 1981, beginning with Richard Nixon’s resignation and ending with Ronald Reagan’s inauguration. The exhibition borrows its title from the 1982 album by the Los Angeles–based punk band X to suggest that, during this period, the California Dream and the hippie optimism of the late 1960s had been eclipsed by a sense of disillusionment during the post-Watergate, post-Vietnam era.
SCWCA members can join art historian/artist Deborah Thomas and artist/educator Niku Kashef for this special walk-thru. Meet in the lobby of the Geffen MOCA at 12:50 pm. Museum entrance fees are not included. Event is free to members with a $10 suggested donation for nonmembers.
