Mingei International Museum’s transformation begins its final phase
The renovation was recently recognized by the San Diego Chapter of the American Institute of Architects for its innovation and emphasis on sustainability.
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San Diego Chinese Historical Museum celebrates illustrator Hanjialin Bao with new exhibit
One such artist is Hanjialin Bao, a remarkable illustrator whose works are currently on display and available for purchase at the San Diego Chinese Historical Museum through January 26. Bao’s exhibit is called Between Black and White, and many of the works are based on characters from Liaozhai Zhiyi, a collection of ancient supernatural tales first compiled by Pu Songling in the 1700s.
Dream Weaver
Dream Weaver — One's best work is often made by accident. Such is the case with internationally renowned textile artist Toshiko Horiuchi MacAdam, who is debuting her largest-scale U.S. exhibit,“Whammock!,” in San Diego at the New Children’s Museum on June 15. The octogenarian harnesses crocheting and knot-making...
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Art & Empire: The Golden Age
Art & Empire: The Golden Age Golden Door welcomed a new art exhibition to The San Diego Museum of Art by hosting an elegant benefit dinner in the museum. The event featured cuisine prepared by Golden Door Executive Chef Greg Frey Jr., themed décor, and musicians. Art and Empire: The Golden Age of Spain, which opens…
Art Rhythm & Wine Festival
Art Rhythm & Wine Festival October 20-21, 2018 | The Forum Carlsbad The Forum Carlsbad and Kennedy & Associates present the 4th Annual Art Rhythm & Wine Festival from 11am-6pm both days. The juried show will feature more than 50 exceptional artists and craftspeople offering high quality original artwork from throughout the Western United States.…
Culture Spotlight: Art San Diego
Culture Spotlight: Art San Diego Posted on October 1, 2018 This month, Art San Diego celebrates ten years of showcasing contemporary fine art in Southern California with a multi-day event at the Wyland Center at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Founded by Anne Berchtold in 2009, the annual event was conceived to fill an art scene…
Please Please Please
Please Please Please August 4-October 28, 2018 | SDSU Downtown Gallery An exhibition at the San Diego State University Downtown Gallery aims to shake things up. There, in a venue that has become a vital part of a vibrant downtown art scene, Tom Loeser: Please Please Please showcases the work of designer/furniture maker Loeser, who…
Summer Music Series
Summer Music Series Saturdays through July 28, 2018 | The Forum Carlsbad The Forum Carlsbad hosts its third annual Summer Music Series with free concerts. Taking place from 1-4pm in the Anthropologie Court, the 2018 series will offer an exciting lineup of music in a variety of genres, kicking off with a performance by Upstream…
Revisiting Lomaland
Revisiting Lomaland Through 2018 | San Diego State University Library One of the most fascinating San Diego stories is that of Lomaland, a vibrant community that existed from the end of the 19th century though the mid-20th century in Point Loma. The site is now occupied by Point Loma Nazarene University and, unfortunately, only a…
The Art of Dance
The Art of Dance May 26, 2018 | The Abbey on Fifth Malashock Dance hosts its second annual fundraising celebration, The Art of Dance, featuring performances by the renowned Malashock Dance Company, live painting by Amy Burkman, and original couture fashion modeled by Malashock Company Dancers — all inspired by well-known paintings by Van Gogh,…
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Gator By The Bay
Gator By The Bay May 10-13, 2018 | Spanish Landing Park The Bon Temps Social Club of San Diego presents its 17th annual festival, Gator By The Bay, featuring four days of live music with more than 100 musical acts and performances on seven stages. The festival also features a wide array of Southern culinary…
A Jewel Amplified
A Jewel Amplified La Jolla’s institutions & newcomers enhance the seaside sanctuary Posted on May 1, 2018 A handful of renovations and expansions are taking place in The Jewel to further augment this treasured destination for residents and visitors alike. They include both private and public spaces that add sparkle to La Jolla. Muse La…
Art Alive 2018
Art Alive 2018 April 26-29, 2018 | San Diego Museum of Art The 37th annual Art Alive brings together 100+ floral designers to transform works of art into exquisite floral displays. This year, Natasha Lisitsa and Daniel Schultz, the wife-and-husband team behind Waterlily Pond Studio in San Francisco, have been selected as the Rotunda Designers,…
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