Fine Arts ArtBeat Summer 2025

Compliment your visit to the Great Park Gallery exhibition, Journey Through the Maze: 45 Years of PAC-MAN (see Page 7), with these free, all-ages activities. No advance registration is required to attend. Materials will be provided. ACTIVITIES & EVENTS journey through the maze : 45 years of pac - man

PAC-MAN Pixel Drawing and Collage Sunday, May 18 · 1–3 p.m. Create your own pixel- perfect artworks inspired by the iconic PAC-MAN arcade game! Learn how game designer Toru Iwatani’s clever use of pixels brought PAC- MAN to life, turning simple shapes into one of the most recognizable characters in gaming history. As part of the Journey Through the Maze: 45 Years of PAC-MAN exhibition at the Great Park Gallery, this fun, drop-in workshop invites you to design your own pixelated tribute to PAC-MAN. No experience necessary — just bring your creativity and join us for a hands-on journey into the world of pixel art!

PAC-MAN Fingerboarding Experience with Slushcult Saturday, July 12 · 1–3 p.m. Step into the world of PAC-MAN like never before at this one-of-a-kind event that brings the iconic arcade classic to life through the thrill of fingerboarding! As part of the Journey Through the Maze: 45 Years of PAC-MAN exhibition at the Great Park Gallery, we're extending the fun beyond the screen and into the real world, thanks to the creative collaboration with Slushcult, a fingerboarding community built on inclusivity and fun. Dive into PAC-MAN's rich gaming history and cultural legacy while getting hands-on with custom mini-skate parks. Experience the energy and creativity that PAC-MAN and Slushcult have infused into both gaming and street culture. And, don’t miss your chance to get your hands on an exclusive, limited-edition PAC-MAN themed fingerboard — free for attendees on a first-come, first- served basis while supplies last!

Gaming Through the Ages: A Discussion Saturday, August 9 · 1–3 p.m. What makes a game iconic? Join industry professionals and game designers for an insightful discussion exploring the art and science behind game design and how PAC-MAN became a cultural phenomenon. Learn about the impact of PAC-MAN on the gaming industry and its lasting significance as part of the Journey Through the Maze: 45 Years of PAC-MAN exhibition at the Great Park Gallery.

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