Exhibition in Focus | January 14
Join renowned Bay Area artist Paul Kos for an afternoon of petanque—a French boules sport that has played a role in his artistic practice for decades. Kos will deliver a brief lecture about his relationship with the game—and its role in the creation of his masterpiece Chartes Blue (1982-86)—before re-dedicating his site-specific his site-specific installation Zizi Va (1994), a functioning petanque court which has been newly refurbished for ongoing public use. Finally, Kos and guests will participate in a rousing tournament, competing for a golden ball adorned with Kos’ signature. Laissez les bon temps rouler!