What’s My Thesis? is a podcast hosted by Javier Proenza, where guest artists explore what they’ve learned in pursuit of their practice. The Frank M. Doyle Arts Pavilion is proud to use the podcast as the framework for a group exhibition of over 35 artists across Southern California. This exhibit highlights a range of mediums such as painting, photography, sculpture, and video. Artists in the exhibit live and work across Orange County, Los Angeles, Long Beach, and San Diego.
Podcasting has become a vital tool for connecting artists and fostering dialogue within the art community. In the case of What’s My Thesis?, the show not only provides a platform for artists to share their personal journeys and insights but also creates a virtual space where anyone outside of Los Angeles or a gallery can experience their artwork. The podcast evolved during the pandemic, transitioning from Zoom-recorded conversations to in-person interviews as the world adapted. This shift mirrors the adaptability and resilience of the art world itself, as artists and creatives found new ways to stay connected, share their work, and reflect on their practices amidst unprecedented challenges. Today, What’s My Thesis? serves as a bridge between artists at different stages in their careers of the Southern California art scene. Through these conversations, listeners gain access to the personal narratives beyond the artworks on display in this exhibition, allowing for a richer experience that extends beyond the gallery walls.
Curated by Dakota Noot & Javier Proenza
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Artists include:
Liv Aanrud, Clarisse Abelarde, Mary Boo Anderson, Zeina Baltagi, Rachid Bouhamidi, mika castañeda, Victor Castañeda H, Hiroshi Clark, Annie Lucido, Kevin Cooley, Juan Gomez, Elmer Guevara, Daniel Herr, K Knittel, Nick Lowe, Amy Mackay, Elizabeth Munzon, Naomi Nadreau, Liz Nurenberg, Yeltsin Penado, Jacky Perez, Javier Proenza, Kristopher Raos, Megan Reed, Yoshie Sakai, Alex Andrew Sanchez, Gloria Gem Sánchez, Emily Silver, Molly Schulman, Laurie Steelink, Jacqueline Valenzuela, Christopher Anthony Velasco, Surge Witrön, Kim Ye, and Amir Zaki.
Dates:
Show runs: Feb. 1 - Mar. 20, 2025
Opening reception: Saturday, Feb. 1, 1-3 pm
Campus reception: Thursday, Feb. 6, 4-7 pm
Concurrent exhibition: Elías Hernández: Wizard Hours
Press
Artist Hiroshi Clark was interviewed for "My excuse to get to her: Hiroshi Clark’s new OCC art exhibition explores mixed-race identity conflict." Written by Olivia Handa for Coast Report.
