Cal State San Bernardino’s Robert and Frances Fullerton Museum of Art (RAFFMA) will present “Echoes of Becoming,” a group thesis exhibition featuring four artists from the university’s Master of Arts program, on view April 23-30. An opening reception will take place on April 23 from 4-6 p.m.

The exhibition brings together a selection of works that explore identity, emotional experience and personal transformation through sculpture, painting, illustration and multimedia practices. Each artist offers a distinct perspective on how individuals navigate their inner worlds and their place within contemporary society.

Kole Morrell examines presence and the emotional weight of the “in-between” through bronze, wood and ceramic. Ricardo Moctezuma explores themes of decolonization and transformation, reclaiming his roots through painting. Rebecca Tirado confronts fear and vulnerability using raw, expressive imagery of the body in her paintings. Michelle Young blends contemporary and historical aesthetics in illustration to critique the resurgence of Orientalism.

By engaging both individual and shared experiences, “Echoes of Becoming” highlights artistic practice as a space for introspection, confrontation and growth.

About RAFFMA
The Robert and Frances Fullerton Museum of Art, nationally accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, houses one of the largest displays of ancient Egyptian art in Southern California and maintains significant collections of ceramics and contemporary art. RAFFMA presents 10-12 temporary exhibitions annually and provides CSUSB students with valuable hands-on experience that prepares them for careers in the arts. Admission is free, with a suggested donation of $3. Parking at CSUSB is $10 per vehicle.

Museum hours:
• Monday–Friday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Saturday: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. (second Saturday of each month)
• Sunday: Closed