Upcoming Art Exhibitions
At Pop Goes the Easel, we’re all about bringing art to the people and shining a spotlight on fresh, local talent. This page features upcoming pop-up art exhibitions organized by our team, as well as select events curated by other creative organizations across California. From painting and drawing to photography, sculpture, mixed media, and beyond—our events highlight a wide range of visual art forms and showcase the vibrant diversity of California’s art scene. Whether you’re an artist, collector, or just an art lover looking for inspiration, check back often to see what’s coming next! All events are free and open to the public.

Ephemera
Photography Art Show by Sac State Photo Alumni
Reception: Saturday May 17th
5pm-8pm
Free Admission!
Free Snacks!
Free Photo Booth!
Organized by Pop Goes the Easel
Hosted by Futures Explored
2533 R St, Unit 120
Sacramento, CA 95816
Near R & 25th
Ephemera is a pop-up photography exhibition organized by Pop Goes the Easel, showcasing the work of newly graduated 2025 Photography alumni from Sacramento State University. Each artist will present a personal mini exhibition, offering a glimpse into their unique vision and creative journey. The event is free and open to the public, with complimentary snacks for all guests. Join us for the reception on Saturday, May 17th from 5–8PM at the Futures Explored Building near 25th and R Streets in Sacramento, CA, and celebrate this exciting new chapter for a talented group of emerging photographers.
Past Art Exhibitions

Final Shot
Photography Art Show by Sac State Seniors
Reception Friday April 25th
5pm-8pm
Organized by the Sacramento State University Photo Department
Hosted by the Verge Center for the Arts
625 S St
Sacramento, CA
Final Shot is a pop-up photography exhibition organized by the Sacramento State University Photo Department, featuring one powerful image from each of the 2025 Photography Seniors. This curated showcase captures the diverse voices and visual styles of the graduating class in a single, striking frame. The event is free and open to the public, with complimentary snacks provided. Join us for the reception on Friday, April 25th from 5–8PM at the Verge Center for the Arts in Sacramento, CA, and help celebrate the final showcase of Sac State’s senior photographers.

Light Left Behind
Photography Art Show by Sac State Photo Seniors
Reception: Friday May 2nd
6pm-9pm
Free snacks!
Organized by Pop Goes the Easel
Hosted by the “WAL Building” Warehouse Artist Lofts
1108 R St
Near R & 12th
Light Left Behind is a pop-up photography exhibition organized by Pop Goes the Easel, featuring the work of several graduating Photography seniors from Sacramento State University. Each artist will present their own independent mini exhibition, offering a diverse and personal look into themes of memory, presence, and creative exploration. The event is free and open to the public, with complimentary snacks provided. Join us for the opening reception on First Friday, May 2nd from 6–9PM at the WAL Building (Warehouse Artist Lofts) in Sacramento, CA, and celebrate the next generation of photographers in a vibrant community setting.
