Number 19 by Joe Adams, 2012, graphite on hot press watercolor paper, 26”x 40”

A Conversation with Joe Adams

Namba Performing Arts Space - 47 S. Oak Street, Ventura

Sunday, April 19, 2026 - 3 to 4:30 p.m.

To learn more about Joe Adamst visit:

www.JoeAdamsArt.com

Sponsored by 
Richard and Yvette Franklin

Whether a land-bound Celtic Nautilus sculpture standing proud amidst a brick Labyrinth, an underwater Tafoni sculpted of stone, or an other-worldly being captured in graphite and scrolled onto a wall, Joe Adams’ talent promises to deliver stunning, lyrical, and breath-taking art. Joe's artistry glides through a fantastic array of mediums, including stone, photography, metal, tile, oil paint, graphite, and graphic design. Also having designed theater and production, Joe has chosen to distill our shared surroundings and atmosphere into unique entities of pattern and form. The beauty of his art invites us to consider the majesty of nature and to recognize our role as stewards of our planet's well-being.

A two-term board member for Stanford University's Friends of Hopkins Marine Station, a member of the Studio Channel Islands Art Center, and a sculptor at Art City Studios, Joe is a friendly, inviting, non-suspect arts activist. His artwork, in various forms, can be found throughout California and across the United States.  

FREE to FOTM members, $20 for public; $15 for seniors


Reservations required. 
We expect this event to sell out.

To RSVP visit FocusOnTheMasters.com or call (805)653-2501.

AfterGLOW Fundraising Event

The public is welcome to join the artist for a celebratory fundraising dinner at the Ventura home and garden of Larry Manson & Delia Gorey, immediately following the program. Please Note: A flight of stairs is required to access the home.

Paid reservations are required before April 13. Maps will be provided to paid guests at the interview. Space is limited.

$40 FOTM members, $50 Non-members.

Joe Adams with Celtic Nautilus located at the Roxie Ray Sculpture Garden, Located at Studio Chanel Island Art Center

Members enjoying AfterGlow gatherings with FOTM documented artists. Click on the highlighted names below to learn more about the artists. From left to right: Don Bachardy,  Miguel de Aguila, Connie Jenkins, Tom Jenkins, John Robertson, Karen Hoffberg, Lynn Hanson, Karen Kitchel, Joanne Julian, John Brant and Cherie Brant.

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