Current Exhibition
AngelOnce’s
Same Face. Different Emotions.
Artist Reception: Saturday, February 14, 2026 | 6:00–9:00 PM
The dA Center for the Arts is proud to present Same Face. Different Emotions., a two-part interactive art exhibition by Pomona-based artist AngelOnce, opening Saturday, January 10th with a second event on Saturday, February 14, 2026, from 6:00–9:00 PM.
Same Face. Different Emotions. explores the emotional experiences we all share — including love, anger, and mixed emotions — through the artist’s signature character, Charlie the Elephant. The work is playful, expressive, and accessible to viewers of all ages, inviting both reflection and conversation.
This exhibition is designed to be interactive. Visitors are encouraged to engage with the space, share how they are feeling, and participate in the evolving artwork. As guests add their voices and emotions, the exhibition grows and transforms throughout its run.
By blending visual art with audience participation, Same Face. Different Emotions. creates a welcoming environment where emotions are acknowledged, shared, and celebrated. The exhibition emphasizes empathy, emotional awareness, and community connection — reminding visitors that everyone who enters becomes part of the story.
Upcoming Exhibition
Special Features
March 14th 5PM - 6PM: An Evening of Compassion: Honoring His Holiness the Dalai Lama's 90th Birthday Join Tenzin Chophel Rinpoche for an inspiring 10-minute guided compassion meditation followed by a heartfelt talk on daily life and service in a Tibetan monastery. Open to all—come cultivate kindness, wisdom, and community in this peaceful gathering.
March 14th 6PM - 9PM: Kris Erickson (Guest Artist) — The Community Sgraffito Collaboration (CSC) Project is a series of ceramic forms collectively created between artist Kris Erickson and folks in various communities. Each piece begins as a series of thrown clay forms on the potter's wheel. The forms are combined into a vertical stack, brought out of the studio to a public space, and painted with contrasting, colorful brushstrokes. The painted form is then offered for carving to anyone interested in collaborating. The resulting piece of art is a unique, collaborative expression of a community at a given moment.