Café Conversation

The Art of Mark Chen

Every summer, Music@Menlo invites a visual artist with ties to the festival theme. Their work is exhibited on-site, in festival publications, and on posters and cards available for purchase. This year, we are fortunate to be joined by prominent photographer and multimedia artist Mark Chen.

Mark’s projections of celestial imagery on natural landscapes have been featured in National Geographic, and he has been an artist-in-residence at Grand Canyon National Park in 2023 and 2024.

On Monday, July 28 at 11 AM, Mark will take part in a Café Conversation discussion at Music@Menlo, exploring the inspiration and techniques involved in his creative process. The event is free and no tickets are required. Read more about Mark’s spectacular projects and upcoming exhibitions at markchenphotography.com.

About Café Conversations
Music@Menlo’s Café Conversations explore a multitude of topics from unique perspectives. This distinctive series of free and informal discussion events led by festival musicians and distinguished guests offers audiences an engaging forum to explore music, art, and culture.

Can’t attend in person? Watch all Free Livestreams (Prelude Performances, Koret Young Performers Concerts, Master Classes, and Café Conversations) online here.