Calling all optimists! “All Things Bright and Beautiful” is an uplifting group show at Pasadena’s Flower Pepper Gallery, curated by new gallery director Nicole Bruckman. The 18 established and emerging artists were asked for their interpretation of spring’s awakening and the return of summer. Artists include Amy Ross, Anna Chung, Audrey Pongracz,  Corine Perier, Corinne Reid, Cory Benhatzel, Deanna  Rene Adona,  Desiree Fessler, Holly Jackson, Jaesun Kim, Julianna Swaney, Kazu Tabu, Leyla Akdogan,  MJ Lindo, Nicole Bruckman, Paige Ji Young Moon, Tara Krebs, and Yejin Oh. The show opens with a reception on Saturday, May 11, 2013 and is on view until June 7.