emmy lou packard, also known as betty lou packard, was an american visual artist and social activist in san francisco, california. she was known for her paintings, printmaking, and murals, which were often political. packard was born on april 15, 1914, near el centro, california, to parents emma and walter packard. she was educated at the university of california, berkeley and the san francisco art institute. packard passed away on february 22, 1998, in san francisco, california.