"Seasons of Blue Sky: Through the Photographer's Lens"
On exhibit October 29 - November 30, 2025
Statement from the photographers:
"Our ongoing photographic study of Blue Sky Ecological Reserve is an exploration of the quiet resilience and fragile beauty of this unique Southern California landscape. Over the course of many visits, we've witnessed the reserve in shifting light, changing weather, and through the cycle of seasons. Each photograph becomes both a record and a meditation—capturing not only what is seen, but what is felt when immersed in its trails, oaks, and open skies.
Blue Sky is a rare pocket of protected habitat, where chaparral, riparian corridors, and oak woodlands converge. Drawn to the subtle transitions within this environment: the way fog lifts from the canyon floor at dawn, the stark geometry of bare branches against winter skies, and the golden light that lingers in late summer, we seek to reveal the delicate balance between endurance and vulnerability that defines this place.
This body of work is not only about beauty, but about presence and preservation. Blue Sky reminds us of what remains when open spaces are protected—habitats for wildlife, sanctuaries for reflection, and living landscapes that hold the memory of time. Our photographs aim to honor this space and encourage viewers to consider the importance of safeguarding such ecological reserves for future generations."
Exhibit Viewing Hours
There is no charge for viewing the art exhibit.
Tuesday – Thursday 10:00am to 2:00pm*
Friday 1:00pm – 6:00pm*
Saturday 1:00pm – 6:00pm*
*The Poway Center for the Performing Arts (PCPA) is closed Sundays, Mondays and all major holidays.
*IMPORTANT: Our scheduled matinee and night theater performances will affect art exhibit viewing hours. Refer to powaycenter.com for current schedule.
*The PCPA will be closed Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28, 2025.
Parking
While parking is free, please note Parking Passes are required on weekdays (Tuesday – Friday) and may be picked up in the main office within the PCPA lobby.
To obtain a Parking Pass: Please pull into the loading zone outside the glass lobby doors (on Titan Way), enter the lobby and proceed to the PCPA Office to the left. You will be issued a temporary pass to park in the lot behind the theater for the duration of your visit.