Town Talk on January 26, 2025. Artist and astronomer Russell Crotty will discuss his recent work depicting the Ojai region, such as his globe drawing in our current exhibition. Follow a visual trajectory as he intertwines his astronomical passions with his artistic pursuits. Russell will discuss how star charts, celestial maps and historic books, helped him learn the canopy of the night sky and become an avid amateur astronomer. From interactions with astrophysicists - to sojourns to profesional observatories - to hosting stargazing sessions with his life Laura at Taft Gardens - Russell finds inspiration.