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FullCircle Presents Diana Thater: ArtCenter’s 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award Winner

Diana Thater (MFA 90 Fine Arts/Painting) has been at the forefront of her medium since her graduation from Art Center in 1990. Her work in film, video and installation has been internationally recognized. In her 35-year career she has been the subject of 92 solo exhibitions and has participated in over 200 group exhibitions. She has produced eight monographs and has received numerous fellowships, grants and awards including her most recent award - The Trellis Art Prize - announced in July of this year. Thater has just returned from a shoot at Claude Monet’s garden in Giverny. The film and video shot on location will become a large-scale permanent outdoor installation commissioned for the new LACMA campus. Tonight she will preview this new project, as well as some of her recent work, and will discuss her wide-range of interests and inspirations. Her presentation will be followed by a Q&A.

*A private reception will precede the presentation from 1–2 p.m. in the Faculty Dining Room, Hillside Campus (FullCircle Members Only)

Interactivism Studio Tour with Petra Wennberg

This event is exclusive to FullCircle Members — Limited Capacity.

Discover the intersection of technology, design and human experience at Interactivism Studio in Old Town Pasadena. For more than two decades, this UX design agency has been creating innovative, human-centered solutions for a wide range of clients.

During this behind-the-scenes tour, we will hear from studio partner and ArtCenter alumna Petra Wennberg (BFA 94 Graphic and Packaging Design) as she shares the studio’s creative process, notable projects and vision for the future.

Afterward, we’d continue the conversation over a happy hour nearby.

Coffee with Carla - The First of the FullCircle Salon Series

This event is exclusive to FullCircle Members — Limited Capacity.

Join FullCircle board member, ArtCenter faculty and alumna Carla Figueroa (BFA 95 Graphics and Packaging Design) for an intimate coffee gathering at her post and beam 1959 home, thoughtfully designed by renowned architect Buff, Straub and Hensman.

This members-only event offers FullCircle supporters a special chance to connect in a welcoming, salon-style setting. Enjoy thought-provoking conversation on art and design topics over delicious coffee from Jones Coffee.

What a great way to start the day. Guests will be sure to leave inspired and energized and more connected to our creative community.

Ramone Munoz: A Legacy of Giving

(By Invitation Only)

Join us for a special evening celebrating Ramone Muñoz (BFA 77 Advertising; MFA 90 Fine Arts/Painting)—artist, educator, philanthropist and beloved member of the ArtCenter community. For more than 35 years, Ramone has inspired students in the classroom, championed creativity through his art and strengthened the College through his extraordinary generosity. As he steps into retirement, we gather with his friends, colleagues and family to honor his legacy of connection and giving—one that will continue to shape ArtCenter for generations to come.

Young Alumni Introduction to FullCircle

(By Invitation Only)

FullCircle Tour: CRAZY WORLD AIN’T IT: The Art of John Van Hamersveld—Led by John Van Hamersveld

Join FullCircle for a special artist-led tour celebrating the six-decade career of legendary graphic artist John Van Hamersveld (Advertising). Best known for his iconic 1964 "Endless Summer" poster, Van Hamersveld helped define the visual language of surf culture, rock ’n’ roll and American pop art.

On the tour, John will share personal stories as you preview this retrospective showcasing his vast body of work—including album covers, posters, drawings, paintings, prints, digital compositions and photomurals of public art projects. With more than 300 album covers to his credit—for artists such as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Jefferson Airplane and The Beach Boys—Van Hamersveld’s bold colors and psychedelic forms captured the spirit of generations worldwide.

Don’t miss this chance to explore the legacy alongside an ArtCenter icon whose creative vision continues to inspire.

Space is Limited—RSVP Today!