Upcoming Exhibitions
Winter 2025
Presenting:
Luciana Abait: Fractured Geographies
Dezember/Cunningham Galleries
January 30, 2025 - April 19, 2025
Fractured Geographies by Luciana Abait examines the interconnected crises of climate change, environmental fragility, and systemic barriers. Her Road Trip series portrays landscapes scarred by drought, wildfires, and ecological degradation, blending beauty and loss to expose the human impact on fragile ecosystems. An immersive installation incorporating brick imagery represents both physical and symbolic barriers, highlighting the struggles of displacement and the realities of ongoing border conflicts. By juxtaposing natural elements with human-made divisions, Abait critiques systems that restrict connection and refuge. Her work challenges romanticized depictions of nature, inspiring empathy and action to address shared environmental and humanitarian challenges with resilience and compassion.
Kelly Berg: Illuminated Earth
Ablin Gallery
January 30, 2025 – May 3, 2025
In Illuminated Earth, Kelly Berg invites viewers to experience illumination as both light and enlightenment, expressed through her radiant paintings and a haunting mirrored sculpture. Berg’s work intertwines geology, archeology, and human experience. Volcanic eruptions, tectonic rifts, and rivers of lava are dynamic landscapes where chaos and order coexist. Geometric elements like pyramids and obelisks frame these scenes, symbolizing ancient energy and cycles of renewal, while her Renaissance-inspired glazing technique adds depth and luminosity. Drawing from her direct experiences in geologically rich sites like Joshua Tree and Naples, Berg’s work connects her personal journey with universal themes, inspiring a profound connection to the ever-changing mysteries of the natural world.
Modern Moments: Abstract Works from BMoA's Collection
Main Hallway
January 30, 2025 – May 3, 2025
Modern Moments: Abstract Works from the BMoA Collection presents 11 significant pieces from Bakersfield Museum of Art’s permanent collection, created between 1961 and 2023. This exhibition captures the evolution of abstraction across six decades, showcasing works that engage with bold color, dynamic textures, and innovative forms. Each piece reflects a distinct moment in artistic exploration, highlighting themes of identity, emotion, and modernity. By bridging mid-century modern influences with contemporary interpretations, the collection offers a rich perspective on abstraction’s versatility and enduring impact. Visitors are invited to explore the transformative potential of abstract art in expressing the complexities of life.
Summer 2025
Presenting:
Pamela Carroll: The Beauty Inherent
Ablin Gallery
May 29, 2025 – September 6, 2025
ArtWorks: Selections from the Class of 2025
Main Hallway
May 29, 2025 – September 6, 2025
Fall 2025
Presenting:
David Kimball Anderson: Bakersfield Standards
Dezember/Cunningham Gallery
September 25, 2025 – January 3, 2026
Kristopher Raos: A Symbol or a Monument
Ablin Gallery
September 25, 2025 – January 3, 2026
Dates and exhibitions subject to change.