On November 13, the Norco College Art Gallery welcomed exhibiting artist Hugo Crosthwaite for an artist talk and to celebrate the opening of his exhibition "CARPAS". The opening reception drew a large crowd - approximately 75 students, faculty, classified professionals, administrators, and community members attended this incredible event where Crosthwaite talked more in-depth about his show and the work within it. Delving into topics such as his Catholic upbringing and stories around growing up in Tijuana, Crosthwaite discussed the art historical references in his work as well as the importance of carrying around a sketchbook to get ideas down wherever he goes. Students were able to ask Hugo questions after the 25min artist talk and interact with him afterwards to understand more fully about his work, his art practice, and how he arrived at being a professional artist.
At the beginning of the event, Art Professor and Gallery Director Michelle Ramin not only introduced and acknowledged Hugo Crosthwaite for his amazing work in the exhibition but also his work with our Norco College students in creating the epic collaborative mural on view as the centerpiece of the exhibition. The students who contributed to the mural were asked to stand next to their pieces in order to be acknowledged for their important contributions, as Professor Ramin discussed themes they were asked to respond to in their mural drawings, including current border & immigration issues. The mural is ephemeral, meaning it will only be on view for the duration of the exhibition. Afterwards, it will be painted over - so make sure to stop by while you can and check it out!
"CARPAS" by Hugo Crosthwaite will be on view at the NC Art Gallery through December 10.
Norco College Art Gallery Fall 2025 open hours are:
Monday: 10 am–2pm
Tuesday: 10 am–5 pm
Wednesday: 10 am–2 pm
Thursday: 10 am–5 pm
Friday: 10 am–3 pm
(Closed weekends and holidays)
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(The ephemural where students were asked to stand next to their contributed artwork.)