SAN DIEGO, CA – On
December 15, a unique partnership between several San Diego institutions will
yield the local debut of the film Charles
& Ray Eames: The Architect and the Painter, just days prior to its
national (and local) broadcast debut via PBS.
ModernSanDiego.com
in partnership with two Balboa Park institutions, Museum of Photographic Arts,
Mingei International Museum, as and several sponsors, have come together to
celebrate the work of pioneering designers Charles and Ray Eames. The couple’s
groundbreaking work transformed photography, architecture, as well as interior,
industrial, furniture and graphic design fields. This unique cross-disciplinary
partnership reflects the Eames’ diverse interests and expertise that created a
lasting legacy of their very productive lives.
Starting with a 6PM
reception at Mingei International Museum’s ‘Craft Revolution’ exhibition, the
evening will then conclude with the 7PM film screening at Museum of
Photographic Arts’ 226-seat Joan & I…