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A new fine art photography exhibition, “Where Land, Light, & Water Meet: San Diego and Beyond,” by photographer Clay Myers‑Bowman opens July 12 at Nainsook Framing + Art in La Mesa, California. The solo exhibit runs July 12 through September 12 at Nainsook Framing + Art, 8130 La Mesa Boulevard, La Mesa, CA 91942, with an opening reception and book signing on Sunday, July 12, from 2 to 5 p.m. Myers‑Bowman previously lived in San Diego, and many of the photographs in this exhibition were created during that time in beloved coastal and inland locations throughout San Diego County. The exhibit is accompanied by a new photography book of the same title, “Where Land, Light, & Water Meet: San Diego and Beyond,” which invites viewers and readers into quiet, luminous moments where shifting light, still water, and familiar shores meet. “I am grateful for the chance to bring this work back to San Diego and La Mesa,” said Myers‑Bowman. “So many of these photographs were made here, and it feels special to share them with the community that helped shape both my life and my eye.” Nainsook Framing + Art on Facebook / Instagram

Artificial intelligence programs have been described in many ways, but perhaps the best way to understand how we can benefit as writers from the use of Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, and others is to think of them as our sidekicks. Eager and helpful assistants that can do things faster and better than us as long as we give them the right instructions. This course is about which AI programs are the best for which tasks, what is possible with AI, and how to use it without crossing any ethical lines. You’ll learn how to benefit from AI when it comes to research and writing and how to design and produce amazing covers, websites, and marketing materials. AI can do things for a fraction of the cost and in the blink of an eye, including creating audio books, apps, and other complimentary (and lucrative) ancillary items. As promising as this sounds, we’ll also look at the ways in which we can lose authenticity and credibility if we take it too far. This is a hands-on, interactive, and solution-oriented program presented as a discussion and brainstorming session so we learn how to make the most of these powerful new tools to take our ideas, bring them to life, and get them out to the masses. Come with your questions and suggestions, and leave with a whole new way of working that opens up possibilities that weren’t available just a couple of years ago. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Join us on June 12 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. for ARTS After Dark: DIY Journal Collage! We’ll learn how to use collage as a medium for reflection, introspection, and inspiration. Participants will decorate their own journal covers and be guided by prompts to engaged deeply with journal collaging. The event will be led by our amazing ARTS Artist, Monet. It’s going to be a fun evening, perfect for everyone, no matter your skill level. All materials will be provided, and there will be opportunities to purchase beer and wine. Come with a friend, loved one, or roll solo and get ready for a night of creativity and fun at the ARTS Center! Sign up early, space is limited! A Reason To Survive (ARTS) on Facebook / Instagram

As the World Cup kicks off, we look at how rising ticket costs are pricing out soccer fans. Then, local spoken word hip-hop group Lyrical Groove performs for Black Music Month. And, your weekend arts preview.

The proposal also would adopt recommendations from the city's Independent Budget Analyst's office to shift $6 million from San Diego's Transient Occupancy Tax (essentially a hotel tax) to arts programs, as well as restore $1.3 million in grants.

For 27 years, International Guitar Night has thrilled audiences around the world by bringing together some of the most innovative and accomplished acoustic guitarists on the planet for one extraordinary evening of music. Returning to Poway by popular demand, IGN 2027 continues that celebrated tradition with a globally inspired lineup featuring four internationally acclaimed artists whose styles span classical, acoustic rock, Hawaiian slack key, and blues slide guitar. More than just a concert, International Guitar Night is a one-of-a-kind musical experience where artists from different cultures and genres share the stage, exchange ideas, and collaborate live in ways that are spontaneous, electrifying, and completely unique to each performance. Audiences can expect dazzling musicianship, artistic storytelling, and an unforgettable journey across musical traditions from around the world. Making her International Guitar Night debut is French classical guitarist Roxane Elfasci. ROXANE ELFASCI is an award-winning French classical guitarist, with a repertoire that ranges from Debussy’s timeless classics to contemporary compositions by Roland Dyens and Philip Glass. She continues the tradition of virtuosic classical players that have graced our IGN lineups. Joining her is returning IGN favorite Luca Stricagnoli of Italy. LUCA STRICAGNOLI is well-known to IGN audiences for his amazing arrangements of rock classics on custom designed acoustic guitars. With over 100 million YouTube views, Luca has carved out a unique niche as a dazzling performer who has created new instruments and playing techniques. Hawaiian slack key master Jim Kimo West brings a completely different sonic landscape to the evening. JIM KIMO WEST leads a double life. In his native Hawaii he is revered for his mastery of Slack Key guitar, and has impressed IGN audiences and concertgoers around the world with his flawless technique and beautiful melodies. In his other life, he is the long-time lead guitar player for Weird Al Yankovich. Go figure. Rounding out the lineup is Australian blues powerhouse Minnie Marks. MINNIE MARKS was surprised when we first called her in her remote Australian home to join IGN, but once on stage she wowed audiences with her driving blues slide guitar and passionate vocals. Now with worldwide touring under her belt we, and her many American fans, are happy to welcome her back again. What sets International Guitar Night apart is the spirit of collaboration and discovery that unfolds throughout the performance. In addition to solo showcases from each artist, audiences will witness impromptu duos, trios, and ensemble performances as the musicians come together to reinterpret one another’s music in real time. The result is an evening filled with surprise, creativity, humor, and extraordinary artistry that highlights the limitless possibilities of the guitar. From intricate classical passages and inventive acoustic rock arrangements to laid-back Hawaiian melodies and gritty blues riffs, IGN 2027 offers a rich and exhilarating musical tapestry designed to captivate dedicated guitar enthusiasts and casual music fans alike. Dynamic, intimate, and endlessly entertaining, this internationally celebrated touring festival promises a truly memorable night of world-class live performance.

For four days, San Diego becomes the epicenter of pop culture. We sit down with local journalists, a podcast host, and San Diego-bred comic artists to talk about how pop culture continues to bind fans and creators alike.

The San Diego River Artists Alliance (SDRAA) exhibits work celebrating the San Diego River and its ecosystem. The opening reception is Saturday, May 9, 4 - 7 p.m. which coincides with San Diego River Park Foundation’s “River Days 2026”. Come see the art stories then make stories of your own by connecting with the river through experiences offered by SDRPF during River Days 2026, May 9 - May 17 (https://sdriverdays.org/). The San Diego River Artists Alliance (SDRAA) is a collective of twenty-two visual and 3D artists who invest time and collect experiences along the San Diego River from the mountains near Santa Ysabel to the ocean. The artists retell the grand and intimate stories of animals, plants, land and water in their artwork, celebrating the river’s history, beauty and promise. A portion of the sales will be donated to the San Diego River Park Foundation (SDRPF).

Are you a fresh addition to our community? Come join us for our New Member Welcome! It's a fantastic chance to enjoy complimentary refreshments, meet both new and long-standing members, discover volunteer prospects, and indulge in a private docent tour of our ongoing exhibitions. If you can't make it this time, watch out for future New Member Welcome events on our calendar. Whether you've been a member for a week or a year, we're thrilled to have you join us and embrace a stronger sense of belonging. If you have any questions, please email Katelyn Johnson, Membership Manager. Ticket Prices: Member: Free Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Join Baroque masters William Christie and Paul Agnew for a vivid program of Monteverdi’s finest madrigals for mixed voices, including a performance of the iconic Il Combattimento. Christie will lead the continuo from the harpsichord, while Agnew will direct and sing with a vocal ensemble to reveal Monteverdi’s transformative power and enduring musical innovation. Les Arts Florissants on Facebook / Instagram