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Jonathan Paul Parker: All Shall Be Well
Artist Talk Presented by Jonathan Paul Parker
Friday, February 20, 2026
Jonathan Paul Parker
Please join us for an artist talk with Jonathan Paul Parker. He will share a special presentation on his solo exhibition, All Shall Be Well, and discuss how the work connects to his long-standing practice and creative process.
Jonathan Paul Parker is currently exhibiting All Shall Be Well, his first solo exhibition, featuring paintings that explore the boundary between what is seen and what is sensed. Working through color, gesture, and rhythm, Parker approaches painting as an improvisational and attentive practice. Drawing on Carl Jung’s concept of “active imagination,” he allows inner images and impulses to emerge during the act of making, treating each painting as a direct extension of consciousness.
Parker’s early training in drawing established a strong command of line and spatial rhythm, sensibilities that continue to shape his work. His background in experimental film and improvisational music has further informed his sensitivity to pacing, texture, and spontaneity. Over the past two decades, he has developed a body of work that balances openness with intention, immediacy with reflection.
Jonathan Paul Parker lives and works in San Diego. He studied film at the California State Summer School of the Arts (CSSSA) and completed formal training in live action film and video at the California Institute of the Arts (CalArts). His interdisciplinary background continues to influence his approach to painting, resulting in immersive works that invite viewers to slow down and engage with subtle shifts of form and color.
The artist talk will be held in person at the Athenaeum Art Center, Logan Heights. There are no physical tickets for this event. Your name will be on an attendee list at the front door. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Seating is first come, first served.
ATHENAEUM ART CENTER
1955 Julian Avenue
San Diego, CA 92113
TALK BEGINS AT 6:00 PM.
DOORS OPEN AT 5:30 PM.
INDIVIDUAL TICKETS:
Free
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The lectures will be in person at the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library. There are no physical tickets for these events. Your name will be on an attendee list at the front door. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Seating is first-come; first-served. Priority seating will be given to Donor level members and above.
These events will be presented in compliance with State of California and County of San Diego health regulations as applicable at the time of each concert.
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Banner image photo credit: Courtney Koenigsfeld