Jones Art Gallery
Wylie and May Louise Jones Gallery
Gallery Hours:
- Monday & Wednesday: 9:30AM-11:00AM
- Tuesday & Thursday 12:30PM - 5:00PM
"2024 Voices through Art, a Rising Scholars Exhibition"
Exhibition will be on display in the Jones Art Gallery from April 25 - May 8, 2024.
The Spring 2024 hours are Monday & Wednesday: 9:30AM-11:00AM; Tuesday & Thursday 12:30PM - 5:00PM
The Jones Art Gallery invites you to the 2024 Voices through Art, a Rising Scholars Exhibition opening reception on Thursday, April 25th, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
This exhibition is an extraordinary showcase of artistic talents from the Rising Scholars Program students. The works express the experience of student artists' vibrant visions and unique voices. Immerse yourself in captivating artworks that span diverse mediums, styles, and themes. From thought-provoking paintings to captivating drawings, each piece offers a window into the artists' journeys, reflecting their growth, exploration, and creative expression.
"Bakersfield College Art Student Exhibition 2024"
Exhibition will be on display in the Jones Art Gallery from March 18 - April 18, 2024.
The Spring 2024 hours are Monday & Wednesday: 9:30AM-11:00AM; Tuesday & Thursday 12:30PM - 5:00PM
The Wylie and May Louise Jones Gallery is pleased to present the 2024 Bakersfield College Art Student Exhibition. The exhibition is a juried show of over 80 Bakersfield College student-made artworks created in BC art courses using media ranging from charcoal drawings, acrylic paintings, photography, graphic design, ceramics, video and many others. The artwork was juried by London based artist Jaime Gili.
An Opening Reception will be held Thursday March 21st, 4:00-7:00PM in the Jones Art Gallery
"The Panorama Art Invitational 2024 Exhibit"
Exhibition will be on display in the Jones Art Gallery from February 5 - March 7, 2024.
The Fall 2023 hours are Monday & Wednesday: 9:30AM-11:00AM; Tuesday & Thursday 2:00PM - 5:00PM
The Jones Art Gallery would like to invite you to the 2024 Panorama Invitational Exhibit. For nearly 20 years Bakersfield College has been partnering with Kern Country High Schools to highlight outstanding work. The exhibition has a variety of art from students in grades 9-12 displaying a wonderful range of 2-dimensional, 3-dimensional and multimedia pieces.
An Opening Reception will be held Thursday February 8th, 4:00-7:00PM in the Jones Art Gallery
"2023 Bakersfield College Art Faculty Exhibition"
Exhibition will be on display in the Jones Art Gallery from Oct. 26 - Nov. 30, 2023.
The Fall 2023 hours are Monday - Thursday: 2:00 - 5:00PM
The Wylie and May Louise Jones Gallery present an exhibition of current work from Art Faculty of Bakersfield College. The work ranges from fine art concepts to commercial and includes mediums from drawing, painting, sculpture, and textile to photography, video, and digital media. Each Art Faculty is displaying work representing their discipline and expertise.
Join us Thursday, October 26 for a special Round Table discussion and opening reception:
Schedule of events (Oct.26):
- Round Table discussion: 2:40 - 3:40PM (FA8)
- Opening Reception: 4:00 - 7:00PM (Jones Art Gallery)
"Monte, by Jamie Gili"
The exhibition will be on view from September 7th - October 12th, 2023 (M-TH 2-5
pm)
Artist Lecture and reception Thursday, September 7th, 2:30PM-7:00PM
The Wylie and May Louise Jones Gallery is excited to present Monte, a solo exhibition by London-based, Venezuelan born artist Jaime Gili. This body of work represents a conceptual focus on the tangible world around us by way of abstract representations. The paintings reflect a long history of Latin American geometric abstraction that are meant to be experienced in a unique, contemporary display. The colors and textures of the work produce an experience meant to engage the viewer in contemplation of a green space, such as a garden or jungle. Personal interpretation, perspective, and history will all play a vital role in the perception of this unique installation.
"2023 Bakersfield College Art Student Exhibition"
2023 Bakersfield College Art Student Exhibition: March 30th - May 4th, 2023 (M-TH
2-5 pm)
Opening reception Thursday, March 30th, 4:00PM-7:00PM
The directors of the Wylie and May Louise Jones Gallery are pleased to present the 2023 Bakersfield College Art Student Exhibition. The exhibit includes student-made artwork created in Bakersfield College art courses in media ranging from charcoal drawings, acrylic paintings, photography, graphic design, ceramics, video and many others. The work was juried by California-based artist and educator Audia Yvonne Dixon.
The Wylie and May Louise Jones Gallery is located at Bakersfield College, 1801 Panorama Drive Bakersfield, CA 93305. The gallery is situated in the Grace Van Dyke Bird Library on the college's main campus.
Campus Parking
Visitors parking on campus are required to complete a guest parking request form. Please complete our Vendor & Special Guest Parking Request form. Once complete, your temporary permit must be displayed on your vehicle while on campus. The pass will also indicate the location(s) you have been approved to park.
For more information please contact jonesgallery@gmail.com
The Jones Art Gallery director can be reached via email:
- Jeffrey Huston jeffrey.huston@bakersfieldcollege.edu
Visit our Art Department Program page for information courses, degrees and careers in the art field.
