PAC LA PRESENTS: YEAR OF THE WOMAN

In honor of the powerful women who helped to shape PAC LA's first decade, we are launching Year of the Woman, a series of flagship public educational events celebrating notable women in fine art photography. The organization is building an entire year of programming around this central theme and will offer free, in-person events, held quarterly at venues across the city in 2025 and early 2026.

Read more here.

This groundbreaking programming initiative is made possible through the generous sponsorship of Eastman Museum Los Angeles.

FEB 10 2026 | Sally Mann’s Art Work: On the Creative Life

PAC LA and the Getty Center invite you to a remarkable event,: photographer Sally Mann discussing her latest book, Art Work.

Illustrated with photographs, journal entries, and letters that bring immediacy and poignancy to the narrative, the book is full of insights about the hazards of early promise; the unpredictable role of luck; the value of work, work, work, and more hard work; the challenges of rejection and distraction; the importance of risk-taking; and the rewards of knowing why and when you say yes. In sparkling prose and thoughtfully juxtaposed visuals and ephemera, this reading and conversation with critic Leah Ollman is a generous, provocative exploration of creativity by one of our most original thinkers.

Art Work is available to purchase in advance at the registration link, below.

Tues Feb 10 2026 | 7 PM PST | FREE

The Getty Center | Register Here

JAN 31 2026 | Studio Visit with Photographer James Payne

Members are invited to join PAC LA for an exclusive studio visit with photographer James Payne to view his ongoing project, American Portraits, 1977-2025, photographed and presented in 3D,

This work represents almost five decades of 3D portraits taken of Payne’s friends, family and co-workers exploring the interaction between people and the milieu in which they live, reflected in their choices within their homes.

In 1977, Payne began this project while living in an apartment complex in Southern Illinois. All units had the same floor plan with white walls -- painting was prohibited. He noticed how differently people configured their environments and that their personalities and values were revealed in those differences. As Payne began to document friends and neighbors in that complex and beyond he created a visual record reflecting geographic, economic, professional, and lifestyle choices as evidenced in their personal space.

Attendance is strictly limited for this event | Limit 1 RSVP per member, please

Sat Jan 31 | 1 PM PST | FREE for PAC LA Members

James Payne Studios | Register Here

APR 30 - MAY 3 2026 | Member Travel Opportunity: Upstate NY

The George Eastman Museum is the historical epicenter of photography in America and its collections and curators are a literal treasure trove for lovers of the medium. Through our unique partnership, PAC LA has the opportunity to bring our members to Upstate NY this spring as VIP guests. In addition to immersive behind-the-scenes Museum access and exclusive experiences with a notable collector and a Magnum photographer, we will spend time exploring the fabled architecture and arts scene in nearby Buffalo. This full-service guided trip also includes delectable tastes of the famed farm-to-table cuisine of the region, and great company to enjoy every moment with!

April 30 - May 4 2025 | $1,850 for members | $2,150 non-members

Rochester & Buffalo NY | Register Here