Kathleen Barrows, In the Tuileries, 1991. SBMA, Gift of the artist.
FOCUS is SBMA's new support group for emerging art collectors aged 21 – 45ish (no ID required).
FOCUS members support the activities of the Museum's photography department and contribute to its acquisitions while enjoying a dynamic series of social and educational events. Meet and mingle with art dealers and collectors, develop relationships with up-and-coming artists, learn to build an art collection, and participate in interactive events.
Through eight yearly events, FOCUS members develop a connection to SBMA and the local art scene. A portion of membership dues will be used to acquire works of art for the Museum's collection.
For $250 per couple ($190 for current Museum Members), FOCUS members enjoy a year of benefits including:
- Museum membership
- Interactive events with local collectors, dealers, and artists
- Private tours of SBMA photography exhibitions lead by the curator
- Additional guided tours of Southern California museums
- Exclusive invitations to gallery openings
- Advance invitations and passes to art fairs
Please note that memberships are partially tax-deductible. Some events may have additional fees for transportation and due to space constraints, some events will have a limited number of participants. For those events, reservations will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information, contact Lisa Volpe at 805.884.6462 or lvolpe@sbma.net
In the Studio
6:00 – 8:00 pm
Get up close and personal with the creative process! Visit several studios of SB artists and hear how an idea is transformed into art.
Organized by Jane Deering
LA Day!
[Note: This event is on a Saturday]
10am Departure from SBMA
Hop on the bus with artist Charles Grogg and enjoy this day trip to LA. Stops include a private tour at LACMA and local galleries.
No Bare Walls!
6:00 – 8:00 pm
Join collectors Caroline and Steve Thompson for a lesson in choosing the work that's right for your living space!
Cabana Home, Hosted by Caroline and Steve Thompson
Artful Living
6:00 – 8:00 pm
Join us for a visit to a local, private collection. Learn how collecting strategies can change, and how to pick art you'll still enjoy in 20 years.
Location TBA
The Screening Room
5:30 – 7:30 pm
Enjoy a private, members-only screening of video art in SBMA's auditorium. Renowned artist and UCSB alum Ilene Segalove will introduce the films and answer questions.
Co-Hosted by The Museum Contemporaries (TMC)
SBMA, Mary Craig Auditorium
Buying Spree
5:30 – 7:30 pm
FOCUS membership dues will be used to purchase works of art for SBMA's permanent collection! Come vote for your favorite!
SBMA, Museum Café and Family Resource Center
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