Hilbert Museum of California Art at Chapman University

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The Hilbert Museum of California Art at Chapman University, which opened in 2016, was established thanks to the generosity of Mark and Janet Hilbert. The Hilberts' superlative collection focuses on California narrative art of the 20th and 21st Century, with a particular focus on the “California Scene” painting movement of roughly the 1920s through the 1970s. The Hilbert Collection includes oils, w

atercolors, sketches and lithographs of rural and urban scenes, coastal views, farms, ranches, freeways and landscapes of everyday life in the Golden State; American illustration art; and movie production and animation art.

From the current exhibition “Somebody to Love: Portraits from the Hilbert Collection,” curated by Bradford Salamon and o...
02/04/2025

From the current exhibition “Somebody to Love: Portraits from the Hilbert Collection,” curated by Bradford Salamon and on view at the Hilbert Museum:

Ba Simba: “Frederick Douglass,” undated, ink on paper. The Hilbert Collection.

Ba Simba is an artist with a unique and personal style that is detailed and descriptive. His subject here is Fredrick Douglass, the great American social reformer, orator, statesman, writer and father of the Abolitionist movement. Ba Simba was born in 1997 in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and has lived in Southern California since 2014. He graduated from Chapman University in 2019 with a bachelor’s degree in political science. His art combines intricate geometric patterns and references to African art history, African American history and Pan-Africanism.

From the exhibition “Picturing Paradise: The Art of California Orange Box Labels,” currently on view at the Hilbert Muse...
02/01/2025

From the exhibition “Picturing Paradise: The Art of California Orange Box Labels,” currently on view at the Hilbert Museum:

Original crate label for Bronco brand oranges, 10 x 11 inches, printed in the 1940s. Gift to the Hilbert Museum from Margaret Catherine Butler.

This citrus crate label, featuring a thrilling painting of a cowboy on horseback galloping across the landscape, was used by Redlands Foothills Groves, California. The “Old West” theme was a popular one for the branding of citrus fruits, and for Midwestern and East Coast customers, these colorful labels with their beautiful graphic designs added to the mystique and allure of California and its reputation for freedom and adventure. Other California orange-crate label themes included “Hispanic Heritage” (haciendas and pretty senoritas), “Patriotic” (flags and Uncle Sam), “Paradise Found” (romantic landscape views of orchards and mountains), “Animals and Birds” (tigers, lions and quail, oh my), “Sports” (baseball, basketball) and more – all on display in this fascinating exhibition curated by Gordon McClelland.

A beautiful painting from the Hilbert Museum’s current exhibition “Timothy J. Clark: Going Places”:  Timothy J. Clark, “...
01/30/2025

A beautiful painting from the Hilbert Museum’s current exhibition “Timothy J. Clark: Going Places”:

Timothy J. Clark, “Bicycles, Pier and Surfers, Newport Beach,” 2010-2014, watercolor. Collection of the artist.

On a day of intermittent sun, two bicycles stand side by side, tethered to a lamp post, casting their shadows on the sandy path. What stories do they tell? Who rode them to the beach – a pair of friends? Lovers? Siblings? Tourists or locals? We’re left to wonder, as we admire the brisk surf, boaters and surfers on a rather perfect day in Newport Beach.

Timothy J. Clark is an internationally acclaimed artist with studios in Orange County, CA and Maine. His work is celebrated in this one-man exhibition currently on view at the Hilbert, featuring his watercolors of scenes from California and abroad. Clark’s work spans subjects such as urban landscapes, portraits and still lifes. His paintings have won praise for their luminous quality, capturing the subtle play of light and shadow. He has more than 60 paintings housed in esteemed museum collections nationwide, including the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery, the Butler Museum of American Art, and the Library of Congress’s Master Drawings Collection.

01/23/2025

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"I paint with enough modernism to unsettle the unadventurous, yet keep enough of the figurative to perplex the avant-gar...
01/21/2025

"I paint with enough modernism to unsettle the unadventurous, yet keep enough of the figurative to perplex the avant-garde."

Experience the work of this renowned artist in our exhibition, "Timothy J. Clark: Going Places."

01/17/2025

Tune in!
We're talking art with Max and Mary 🖼️🐾

Join us as Mary chats with Max and provides insight on the painting "Mt. Wilson" by Henrietta Shore.

"Sunset Lace" by Erin Hanson is a breathtaking sight to behold. This vibrant oil on canvas, currently on display in our ...
01/15/2025

"Sunset Lace" by Erin Hanson is a breathtaking sight to behold.

This vibrant oil on canvas, currently on display in our South Wing as part of the "Undiminished: Heroines of California Art" exhibition, and will transport you to a sunset-drenched meadow✨🪻

Don't miss it!

Our thoughts are with those impacted by the recent fires in Los Angeles. The Hilbert Museum stands in solidarity with ou...
01/11/2025

Our thoughts are with those impacted by the recent fires in Los Angeles.
The Hilbert Museum stands in solidarity with our community during this difficult time.

Discover the power of art to shape perceptions! 🎨Our exhibition "Picturing Paradise," curated by Gordon McClelland, show...
01/09/2025

Discover the power of art to shape perceptions! 🎨

Our exhibition "Picturing Paradise," curated by Gordon McClelland, showcases iconic California orange crate labels that captivated the world.
These designs helped not only to sell oranges, but to promote the notion of California itself as a golden dream state of idyllic beauty and “paradise found.”

Don't miss this opportunity to step back in time and appreciate the artistry behind these cultural icons 🍊

Stay tuned for an upcoming lecture featuring art expert McClelland as he discusses the exhibit!

01/07/2025

Meet the dynamic duo, Mary Platt and Max the Cat! 🎨🐈
Follow their museum adventure as they bring art to life in their unique way.
First up, Madame X!

Once a beloved landmark in Santa Monica, the iconic Millard Sheets mosaic now has a new home at the Hilbert Museum✨Come ...
01/04/2025

Once a beloved landmark in Santa Monica, the iconic Millard Sheets mosaic now has a new home at the Hilbert Museum✨

Come admire this stunning piece of California art history!
"Pleasures Along the Beach" is a piece you must see in person to appreciate it’s true beauty.

Plan your visit today 🎟️

New year, new art adventures! ✨ 🖼️We've got the easiest resolution for you: Visit the Hilbert! What art experiences are ...
01/02/2025

New year, new art adventures! ✨ 🖼️

We've got the easiest resolution for you: Visit the Hilbert!

What art experiences are you hoping for in 2025?
Share your art goals in the comments! 👇

The Hilbert Museum is setting course for a fantastic 2025! 🚂 To allow our staff to celebrate the new year, we will be cl...
12/31/2024

The Hilbert Museum is setting course for a fantastic 2025! 🚂

To allow our staff to celebrate the new year, we will be closed on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, reopening on January 2nd.

We look forward to seeing you in the new year!

Art: Journey to Cheyenne - Yoko Mazza - Currently featured in our Undiminished: Heroines of California Art exhibition in the South Wing.

12/27/2024

Need something fun to do between the holidays? 👀

Challenge your friends, family, and loved ones to a friendly game of Eye Spy at the museum! 🔍

It's a great way to spark conversation, discover new details in the artwork, and create lasting memories.

Will you be the first to spot all the hidden treasures, or will you take your time and savor the art?

From littles to adults, it's the perfect activity for everyone.
So, are you a speed seeker or a leisurely looker? Let us know in the comments! 👇

12/26/2024
Sending warm wishes and festive cheer from the Hilbert Museum! ❄️☃️With the season of giving upon us, we're reminded of ...
12/25/2024

Sending warm wishes and festive cheer from the Hilbert Museum! ❄️☃️

With the season of giving upon us, we're reminded of the power of art to connect us.

We invite you to explore the holiday scenes captured by the Disney artist Ralph Hulett, whose works beautifully depict the spirit of this time of year 🎄

Wishing you a season filled with warmth, joy, and artistic inspiration 🖼️

Happy Holidays from all of us at the Hilbert Museum! 🎄🎁 We will take a short break for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day b...
12/24/2024

Happy Holidays from all of us at the Hilbert Museum! 🎄🎁

We will take a short break for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day but can't wait to welcome you back on the 26th!

See you soon!

Wow! Thank you, Los Angeles Times! 📰The Hilbert Museum’s expansion was just named one of the 8 most important buildings ...
12/21/2024

Wow! Thank you, Los Angeles Times! 📰

The Hilbert Museum’s expansion was just named one of the 8 most important buildings in the L.A. area for 2024!

Come visit and see what all the excitement is about!

From our unique space in a repurposed warehouse near the Orange train station to our collection of California narrative art (including Disney artists) and the stunning Millard Sheets mosaic, it's a story of art, architecture, and preservation 🤍

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