This Saturday is going to be big!

This Saturday is going to be big! Saturday, August 20, 12pm-2pm Richmond Art Center, 2540 Barrett Avenue, Richmond Please note: Mask wearing is a condition of entry to RAC’s galleries, studios and public indoor spaces. Vaccinations are strongly encouraged. Masks may be removed in our courtyard. This Saturday at Richmond Art Center is going to […]

48 Hills: Artist Emmy Lou Packard shines in overdue expo—but she never left SF walls

She apprenticed with Diego Rivera, and mentored the Mission’s mural movement. By NATALIA ROBYNS-KRESICH Published in 48 Hills on AUGUST 17, 2022 Article link: 48hills.org/2022/08/artist-emmy-lou-packard-shines-in-overdue-expo-but-she-never-left-sf-walls/ “Too many artists are contemptuous of the public,” said Emmy Lou Packard. “Art which loses contact weakens.” This was the defining principle of Packard, whose work is being shown at […]

Art of the African Diaspora 2023

Artist Ads in the Art of the African Diaspora Catalogue Optional. Artists can upgrade their Art of the African Diaspora catalogue listing by purchasing a discounted ad (view the 2020 Art Of The African Diaspora Catalogue for ad examples). Artist Ad Rates: Terms: 1. Artists must be registered to participate in AOTAD 2023 to qualify […]

Thank you for registering for AOTAD 2023

CLICK HERE if you would like to purchase an artist ad in the Art of the African Diaspora Catalogue. Important Dates for Artists: ARTWORK DROP-OFF AND PICK-UP Artwork Drop Off at RAC: Friday, Jan 6, 2023, 11am-4pm & Sat, Jan 7, 11am-4pmArtwork Pick Up from RAC: Sat, Mar 18, 2023 4-5:30pm & Mon, Mar 20, […]

El Tecolote: Richmond exhibit captures the artistic legacy of Emmy Lou Packard

El Tecolote: Richmond exhibit captures the artistic legacy of Emmy Lou Packard BY ANNA HOCH-KENNEY Published August 4, 2022 Link: https://eltecolote.org/content/en/richmond-exhibit-captures-the-artistic-legacy-of-emmy-lou-packard Emmy Lou Packard may not be a name that you recognize immediately, but a visit to the Richmond Art Center’s new exhibit on the artist will quickly correct that.  The exhibit Emmy Lou Packard: Artist of […]

10% off all art classes? Yes, please!

10% off all art classes? Yes, please! Already a member? Thank you for your support! JOIN OR RENEW AS A MEMBER TODAY * Members receive a code to access the 10% discount on classes. This code can be redeemed as many times as you like, as long as your membership is current at time of registration. SUMMER MEMBERSHIP DRIVE BONUS! Renew/join […]

Mission Local: Who is Emmy Lou Packard?

Mission Local: Who is Emmy Lou Packard? By Carolyn Stein July 28, 2022 Link: https://missionlocal.org/2022/07/who-is-emmy-lou-packard/ If people are familiar with the name Emmy Lou Packard, it is mostly because of her long alliance with the Mexican muralist Diego Rivera and his wife Frida Kahlo.  Indeed, “Emmy Lou Packard: Artist of Consciences,” an exhibit that opened […]

Fall Quarter Class Registration Is Open

Fall Quarter Class Registration Is Open In-person and online classes for adults, teens and kids. ¡Y algunas clases serán impartidas en español! New classes include: Women in Ceramics Workshop Tropical Birds in Mixed Media Weaving Roundup Mobile Art with Everyday Material Which class will you take? BROWSE ALL FALL CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS