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From the museum: MCASD Staff Art Showcase opens this Thursday, December 15, concurrent with Free Third Thursday (10 a.m. - 8 p.m). Every day, the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego benefits from the dedicated efforts of our staff, whether they interface with our public in the galleries, or labor behind the scenes, keeping us operational and programmed. Many of our staff members have chosen to work at MCASD because they themselves are artists. We have mounted staff exhibitions in the past, yet these shows were presented in the offices, and the audience was limited to employees. This season, we are excited to feature our staff’s artwork as a community exhibition in our Axline Court. Featuring works by: Zachary Abramson (@lardvarkin), Lead Museum Educator Anira Abreu (@abreu.ani), Visitor Engagement Ambassador Pantcho Atanassov, Security Services Representative Natalie Avery, Membership and Giving Circle Associate Aidan Braito, Facilites Engineer Paul Chien, Security Services Representative Alannah Dye, Venue Specialist Georgina Flores (@musgrl), Visitor Engagement Ambassador George Garcia (@broaderthanbroadway), Manager, Security Services Marina Grize (@marinagrize), Creative Producer Chris Hincke, Database Manager Mayce Keeler (@keelercat), Visitor Engagement Ambassador Maru Lopez (@marugenia2), Supervisor, Museum Educator Alexander Mazegue (@alexandermazegue), Preparator, AV Technician, Collections and Exhibitions Summer Padilla Elliott (@summer.padilla), Lead Visitor Engagement Ambassador Jared Padilla Elliott (@padillaelliott), Venue Specialist Charlie Pintado (@chachiebears), Visitor Engagement Ambassador Marcos Rebello, Security Services Representative Dante Rowley (@danterowley), Manager, The Shop Norma Schwab, Museum Educator Collete Tamayo (@colletetamayo), Lead Museum Educator Reed Vickerman, CFO/COO Jeremy Woodall (@jeremywoodall), Chief Preparator, Collections and Exhibitions Sophy Zepeda (@sketchbook.definition), Security Services Representative Related links: MCASD on Instagram MCASD on Facebook

'Temple of Story' is stories and drawings by Neil Kendricks, with music and sound design by Mike Mare On view at OMA Oct. 9-2021 through Feb. 20, 2022 Exhibition Celebration: Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021 From the artist: “We need stories now more than ever. Future generations will ultimately understand our unprecedented times of pandemic, crazed demagogues, and failed insurrections through the art and stories that come out of this period in history. Artists, writers, playwrights, and filmmakers will construct funhouse-mirror reflections capturing the loss, chaos, and bewilderment, along with the courage, innovation, and resilience of human beings finding their way through the confusion of the early 21st century. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, I wrote ‘flash fiction’ (short, quickly written stories) to wrap my mind and heart around the days and nights of contagion, quarantine, and masks in a private vigil for better tomorrows. In collaboration with composer and musician Mike Mare, Temple of Story offers a fascinating exploration into the process of how my stories are created in a fusion of images, sound, and text. In this exhibition, viewers will take a stroll through a forest of fables with drawings on the walls to illuminate their path. Graphic narratives erupting with bursts of magical realism will be integrated with Mare’s atmospheric music and sound design, allowing them to discover an intimacy with an unseen storyteller. Temple of Story is dedicated to the memory of my loving and much-loved father Willie James Kendricks (1941–2018), who taught me the power of art and the written word to build bridges of understanding in our increasingly complex world.” —Artist Neil Kendricks Related links: Oceanside Museum of Art on Instagram Artist website

This year's MacArthur Fellows include scientists, artists and historians. The so-called MacArthur "geniuses" receive unrestricted grants of $800,000 for their "exceptional creativity" and "promise."

The annual Kids Free San Diego program begins at nearly 60 museums and attractions across the county for the month of October.

The Los Angeles-based harpist and composer talks about approaching her instrument in new ways on her debut album.

The Department of Visual Arts at UCSD invites you to a gathering of friends and colleagues in honor of Professor Emerita Lesley Stern's life and work. Speakers will include Lisa Cartwright, Amy Adler, Ricardo Dominguez, Daisuke Miyao, Steve Fagin, Adrian Martin, Katrin Pesch, Lisa Bloom, Chandra Mukerji, Teddy Cruz and Fonna Forman, Elana Zilberg, Ruth Wallen, Katrin Pesch, Leslie Dick, Erica David, and Vanessa Roveto. RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/519091525727

For over 60 years, Dr. Seuss’ illustrations have brought a visual realization to his fantastic and imaginary worlds. His artistic talent went far beyond the printed page and yet, to this day, his Secret Art Collection is virtually unknown to the general public. Throughout his lifetime, Theodor Seuss Geisel (aka Dr. Seuss) created paintings and sculpture, which he secreted away at the Dr. Seuss Estate. Exclusive Collections will share a compelling selection of artworks from "The Art of Dr. Seuss Collection" at the 212 S. Cedros Ave. #104, Solana Beach, California, Nov. 26 – Dec. 24. Hours are Monday - Saturday from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Visitors may explore and acquire works from Dr. Seuss’s best-known children’s books, as well as "The Secret Art of Dr. Seuss," a mind-expanding collection based on decades of artwork, which Dr. Seuss created at night for his own personal pleasure. Perhaps the wackiest and most wonderful elements of the collection are Dr. Seuss’s three-dimensional “Unorthodox Taxidermy” sculptures with names such as Carbonic Walrus, Two-Horned Drouberhannis, and Goo-Goo-Eyed Tasmanian Wolghast, to name a few. Additionally, Ted’s cat was never far from his artist thoughts. He drew himself as The Cat Behind the Hat, his cat was the protagonist in several of his Secret Art paintings and, as a fun aside, many of his early advertisements and cartoons had a “cat bystander” witnessing all the action. They hinted at his adventures across the world, his reclusive sensibility despite his fame, and his penchant for the childlike fantasy and humor, which infused nearly every facet of his life. Despite the unprecedented demand during his lifetime, no limited edition artworks were ever conceived, authorized, or created until this historic project began in 1997, six years after Geisel’s death. That year, this exclusive project put into motion a series of artworks and exhibitions, which firmly established him as one of the most iconic artistic talents of the 20th century. Each of these Estate-Authorized limited editions has been adapted and reproduced from Theodor Seuss Geisel’s original drawings, paintings, or sculptures. Additionally, each work bears a posthumously printed or engraved Dr. Seuss signature, identifying the work as an authorized limited edition commissioned by the Dr. Seuss Estate. In her preface to the popular coffee table book on this collection, "The Cat Behind the Hat," Audrey Geisel (Ted Geisel’s widow) writes, “I’m gratified to carry out Ted’s wishes and have these works revealed to the world.” Join us for a fascinating glimpse into the unique artistic vision of Theodor Seuss Geisel! For more information on Merry Grinchmas! The Art of Dr. Seuss Collection or Exclusive Collections Gallery, please visit https://www.ecgallery.com/events or call (800) 599-7111.

From the gallery: Local pop artist Jon Savage will open his first solo exhibition for the month of December at The Studio Door titled ‘7250’. The show will present paintings and photographs interpreted as personal stories reflecting the visual journey of his life. The title, ‘7250’ is a reference to this timeline combining his birth year ’72 and turning 50. Self-taught, Savage has been fueled by artistic creativity for as long as he can remember. He developed a fascination with media and visual arts during his childhood years. His love for photography, video editing, cinematography, acting and painting propelled his passion. Throughout his Deaf childhood, he remained devoted to educating Deaf people about the linguistic, social, political and cultural issues of the Deaf community by traveling across states and countries to share his experiences. “Art makes the stripes go around,” said the artist in reference to his pop style. In 2011, Savage began creating contemporary art paintings based on people and classical subjects that inspired him by using abstract, bright colors and a clean style. He often incorporates stripes as a base for his figurative work to unify the message of each art piece. Savage has partnered with The Studio Door previously. In addition to exhibiting his artworks, Savage curated the 2017 national exhibition titled Artistry Through Deaf Eyes. The exhibit included the works of Deaf and Hard of Hearing artists. For many patrons, it was their first introduction to DE’VIA art. DE’VIA, also known as Deaf View/Image Art, reveals the Deaf Experience usually incorporating expressions of affirmation, resistance and liberation. “As a San Diego gallerist, I get excited to see artists, like Jon, who flourish over time and not become sidetracked by the challenges of the art scene. It feels like the right moment for Jon to share his work in such a monumental way. This will be the largest solo exhibition that I’ve had the honor to have in my gallery” said The Studio Door owner Patric Stillman. ‘7250’ is on view at The Studio Door (3867 4th Avenue in the Hillcrest neighborhood) December 3 - 30, 2022. For more details, visit jonsavagegallery.com or thestudiodoor.com. Related links: Artist Jon Savage on Instagram The Studio Door on Instagram

Josh Paul tells NPR why the U.S. response to the Israel-Hamas conflict pushed him to quit the bureau that oversees arms transfers to foreign nations. Experts say it's unlikely to change much.

President Joe Biden's administration has promised to offer more legal options for Latin American migrants to come to the United States to be reunited with their families.