published: 11 Feb 2026, 2 min read
when: 19 Feb 2026 | venue: Otis College of Art and Design | cost: Free and Open to the Public | address: 9045 Lincoln Blvd., Los Angeles 90045Join us for Material Witnesses: A lecture with Kelly Akashi, part of the Mandy and Cliff Einstein Visiting Artist Series
The Mandy and Cliff Einstein Visiting Artist Series: Kelly Akashi
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Artist Lecture & Q&A: 7:00–8:30 pm
The Forum on the Otis College of Art and Design Campus
9045 Lincoln Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90045
Join us for an evening with acclaimed artist and Otis alum Kelly Akashi, whose boundary-pushing practice has captivated audiences around the world. Space is limited, and admission is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
This lecture is made possible thanks to the generous support of Cliff Einstein and his late wife Mandy. The Mandy and Cliff Einstein Visiting Artist Series offers the Otis community an opportunity to engage with acclaimed creatives who are shaping contemporary art today.
Are we missing something? Help us improve this event. Reach out to us.
Find events near: Los Angeles
Based in the heart of Los Angeles, we (Team LA) bring a fresh West Coast perspective to every story. With a deep love for local culture, hidden gems, and the city’s ever-evolving arts scene, we have a knack for turning everyday experiences into must-read content. Whether we're capturing the buzz of a downtown festival or spotlighting an underground artist in Silver Lake, we know what makes LA pulse. You’ll often find us biking through Venice, sipping coffee in Echo Park, or chasing sunsets along the Pacific Coast Highway.
Your cart is empty.