Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation

Thank you to everyone who was able to attend our opening reception this weekend of California Art: Selections from The Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation at the Coastline College Art Gallery!

The exhibition will be on view until March 20th.

We hope you can visit!

This exhibition features works by Lita Albuquerque, Peter Alexander, Charles Arnoldi, Natalie Arnoldi, Gilad Ben-Artzi, Fletcher Benton, Kelly Berg, Tony Berlant, Casper Brindle, Ronald Davis, Woods Davy, Michael Dee, Guy Dill, Laddie John Dill, Roy Dowell, Doug Edge, Ned Evans, Charles Fine, Sam Francis, Jimi Gleason, Joe Goode, Channing Hansen, Todd Hebert, Charles Christopher Hill, David Hockney, Gary Lang, Mimi Lauter, Peter Lodato, Renee Lotenero, Joel Morrison, Andy Moses, Ed Moses, Manfred Muller, John Okulick, Eric Orr, Ruth Pastine, Zemer Peled, Jessica Rath, RETNA (Marquis Lewis), John Rose, Ed Ruscha, Paul Rusconi, Ali Smith, Robert Standish, Roy Thurston, Vasa, Feodor Voronov, Roger Weik.

The Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation is proud to be included in Arshile Gorky’s upcoming exhibition Horizon West at Hauser & Wirth, West Hollywood, which is being put on in collaboration with the Arshile Gorky Foundation. The exhibition will feature never-before-exhibited works alongside paintings from the artist’s first solo museum show in 1941 at the San Francisco Museum of Art (later SFMOMA). Exhibition on view 21 February 2026 - 25 April 2026. The opening reception is on Wednesday, 25 February from 6–8 PM. We hope to see you there!

You’re Invited! 📸 🖼️

Please join us this Saturday, February 21, from 5:00–7:00 PM for a Director + Artist Walkthrough of California Art: Selections from The Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation at the Coastline College Art Gallery.

The art exhibited in California Art: Selections from the Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation represents a range of dynamic movements that played a decisive role in shaping the visual arts in California.

Join us to connect with artists and visitors in an informal conversation about their work and studio practices.

This exhibition features works by Lita Albuquerque, Peter Alexander, Charles Arnoldi, Natalie Arnoldi, Gilad Ben-Artzi, Fletcher Benton, Kelly Berg, Tony Berlant, Casper Brindle, Ronald Davis, Woods Davy, Michael Dee, Guy Dill, Laddie John Dill, Roy Dowell, Doug Edge, Ned Evans, Charles Fine, Sam Francis, Jimi Gleason, Joe Goode, Channing Hansen, Todd Hebert, Charles Christopher Hill, David Hockney, Gary Lang, Mimi Lauter, Peter Lodato, Renee Lotenero, Joel Morrison, Andy Moses, Ed Moses, Manfred Muller, John Okulick, Eric Orr, Ruth Pastine, Zemer Peled, Jessica Rath, RETNA (Marquis Lewis), John Rose, Ed Ruscha, Paul Rusconi, Ali Smith, Robert Standish, Roy Thurston, Vasa, Feodor Voronov, Roger Weik.

Casper Brindle, Orange Glyph, 2020
Jessica Rath, Killing Poses (Ground-Up), 2001

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Photo credits: Brian Forrest

In remembrance of Frank Gehry, whose visionary approach to architecture permanently transformed the global conversation between art, industry, and public space, we reflect on a life and career defined by fearless innovation, material experimentation, and an unwavering commitment to cultural expression. Gehry’s work challenged conventional forms and reimagined architecture as a sculptural art form that engages communities and elevates the human experience.
Among his most celebrated achievements stands the Weisman Art Museum in Minnesota, which took him four years to design, before it opened in 1993. This defining landmark along the Mississippi River served as an early expression of his groundbreaking style, in which Gehry aimed to create a beacon on the river. Its dynamic stainless-steel facade and fragmented geometry embody Gehry’s radical design language, redefining the relationship between architecture, landscape, and artistic practice.
Gehry’s influence extended beyond traditional cultural institutions into industrial and commercial spaces, including his involvement in the design of the Mid-Atlantic Toyota facility, which was headed by Frederick R. Weisman, then President and C.E.O. This work reflected his belief that even utilitarian environments could embody thoughtful design and human-centered purpose.
Frederick R. Weisman and Frank Gehry remained good friends throughout his life, and Fred was a constant supporter of Frank’s artistic vision until his passing in 1994. The Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation honors Gehry’s enduring legacy as one of the most significant architects of our time. His architectural language continues to inspire architects, artists, and cultural leaders around the world, ensuring that his vision lives on in spaces that foster connection, dialogue, and creativity. He will be missed by all who have experienced his creations. Photograph © Don Wong.