Visions of Society:
The Photographic Insight of Ruth-Marion Baruch

June 9th: 2PM @ The Breman

An enlightening panel discussion on Ruth-Marion Baruch’s influential work and her role in the California School of Photography. This event, chaired by Bob Yellowlees and featuring Jennifer McFarland and Teresa Mora, was held at The Breman. Jennifer McFarland presented a personal look into Ruth-Marion’s life and her poetic expressions, drawing from Baruch’s archived collections. Teresa Mora, from her vast experience at UC Santa Cruz, discussed the significant bodies of work featured in the exhibition. The session will transition into a moderated discussion, emphasizing the themes presented, and conclude with an audience Q&A.

Ruth-Marion Baruch was a visionary photographer known for her poignant and deeply empathetic portrayals of various communities in San Francisco during the 1960s. Her works, were on display at The Breman, alongside her husband Pirkle Jones, capturing the essence of social movements and everyday life, making her a pivotal figure in the California School of photography.

Jennifer McFarland met Ruth-Marion and Pirkle Jones in the early ’70s, and their friendship spanned nearly four decades. Jennifer, having previously worked in heavy industrial construction, later dedicated thirteen years to archiving Jones and Baruch’s collections, contributing significantly to the preservation and understanding of their works.

Teresa Mora, Head of Special Collections & Archives at UC Santa Cruz, manages the Ruth-Marion Baruch and Pirkle Jones archive. Her commitment to making these collections accessible reflects her broader dedication to archival preservation and education.

The exhibition was an opportunity to explore the legacy of Ruth-Marion Baruch and her contributions to the California School of Photography.

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