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This is an exhibit organized by Art, Power, Equity at J. Walcher Communications.Lopez’s exhibition “Casa De Las Flores” opens with a reception and viewing on Saturday, July 13, 6-9 p.m, featuring a brief artist talk at 7 p.m. The show is open to the public every Saturday from 1-4 p.m. from July 13 through August 10, and during the week by appointment only, info@artpowerequity.comLopez's exhibition features work consisting mostly of monotype and relief prints that are often hand embellished and resemble Mexican textiles. Kelvin creates what he calls contemporary “servilletas” (napkins) by adding embroidery and crochet borders onto his monotypes. This show will feature a range of monotype and relief installations as well as mixed media works featuring glass castings, grown crystals and live plants.Related links:Art Power Equity: website | Instagram | Facebook

UBS is proud to again serve as presenting sponsor for Art San Diego 2024, continuing its support for cultural endeavors around the world and affirming its commitment to using contemporary art to bring together ideas, inspiration, and innovation. As the premier contemporary fine art fair in Southern California, Art San Diego returns to the San Diego Convention Center November 1-3, 2024 with exhibits showcasing works by prominent international, national, and local artists.Art San Diego, produced by Redwood Art Group, features immersive fine art experiences and exhibitions that showcase the thriving art and design landscape. Featured programs include two VIP receptions for collectors and art lovers, the LOCAL TALENT Program and the San Diego Selects Art Recognitions.Access to Art Philanthropic Program – When a House Becomes a HomeThrough the Access to Art program, launched in 2018, UBS and Art San Diego partner to provide select charities and the communities they serve with educational and marketing opportunities in art, design and business development. This year brings a returning collaboration among Monarch School, Humble Design San Diego, and local artists from ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station. Attendees will enjoy a special collaborative installation from the non-profit partners, be able to purchase artwork created for the Access to Art program by the students, and learn more about how each team makes the San Diego community a better place to live.Created by students and families from Monarch School, working in collaboration with professional artists and designers from the Access to Art partners, the program this year interprets how a house becomes a home when it is filled with imaginative design and art that means something to its occupants – a concept familiar to all art collectors. The exhibit features juxtapositions of texture and design, symbolic shapes, and three-dimensional objects. All artwork is available to take home by making a suggested donation to the Monarch School Project, with proceeds going directly to this community of students impacted by homelessness. “San Diego Selects” Recognition Program ReturnsReturning to the art fair post pandemic, the San Diego Selects program welcomes three local arts administrators and advocates to walk the fair on its first evening and choose five pieces that will be awarded “Best in Show” for 2024. This year’s esteemed judging team includes Collette Murphy Stefanko, Arts Administrator for the City of Encinitas, Susana Peredo Swap, founder of Vanguard Culture, and Christina Gustin, Financial Advisor and arts advocate from UBS.The art market, valued at $65 billion worldwide, remains resilient in the US. The volume of transactions grew in 2023, increasing to 39.4 million sales, up 4% over 2022. Visit: https://rwag.ticketspice.com/art-san-diego-2024Art San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

The Library's Autumn Concert Series takes place on Fridays from September 6 to October 25. Each concert will begin at 1 p.m. in the Winn Room. Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the performance. On September 27, Vania Pimentel will perform a variety of Brazilian music on piano. Concert pianist Vania Pimentel, born and raised in Brazil, has been promoting Brazilian music in creative recital programs. She has a BA in Music and another BA in Philosophy from Brazil, KA graduate artist diploma from Germany, Masters in Piano Performance and Pedagogy, and DMA from the University of Houston. Her doctoral dissertation was on Brazilian toccatas, and her CD “Brazilian Toccatas and Toccatinas” was praised by the Brazilian Academy of Music and newspaper critics in Rio de Janeiro in the year of 2000, five hundreds years of Brazil’s discovery by the Portuguese.Dr. Pimentel became a member of Pi Kappa Lambda National Music Honor Society, and worked as an assistant teacher at the Moores School of Music and the Texas Music Festival. In Brazil, she had worked for 14 years as a piano professor in Curitiba, PR. Her first award at a piano competition was at the age of seven in Rio de Janeiro. Her top awards are from J. S. Bach International Piano Competition in Paris (1984), and Jaen Competition in Spain (1982).Dr. Pimentel lived in Italy from 2005 until 2009, and performed at the series Pianomaster in Gravedonamon Lake Como, and chamber music at the Blaue Blumen concerts in Frankfurt. Afterwards, she lived in San Diego until 2022. She performed recitals at Palomar College, Fallbrook Library, Coronado Library, Encinitas Library, the Athenaeum, Carmel Valley Library, and chamber music in Temecula: Classics at the Merc. She performs frequently in Brazil, and has given masterclasses at many universities there. In 2020, she performed and taught at the 37th Music Workshop of Curitiba, in Paraná state. Last year she presented a solo recital during the Music Week of Lapinha, PR, and last April at the Chapel Santa Maria in Curitiba. Currently she lives in Miami.

KPBS has put together a list of top events and activities in different categories to help you dive into the pop culture celebration.

Krown Family Films will have a film event for the upcoming documentary "THE POWER OF SPORTS FOR AMPUTEES." The film follows the struggles and successes of three people with leg limb loss that are wanting to participate and/or compete in sports. The film event from 6 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. includes appetizers, desserts and beverages, networking and an online silent auction and panel discussion after the film.

Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection's charming rooftop patio, Topside Terrace, presents some of San Diego's best musicians!Friday Night DJ's 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.Saturday Night Bands 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.Sunday Brunch Live Music 11 p.m. - 2 p.m.Get ready to groove and elevate your Fridays to a whole new level at Topside Terrace - Hotel Republic San Diego’s spectacular rooftop bar! Join us for an electrifying night of music and non-stop beats as our sensational DJs take the stage every Friday! With panoramic city views, delicious cocktails, and an unforgettable atmosphere, Topside Terrace is the ultimate party destination! Don’t miss out - see you on the rooftop every Friday!This week, sounds by DJ Pete CasoSee More Events https://www.bardicmanagement.com/eventsVisit: DJ Petecaso

Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection's charming rooftop patio, Topside Terrace, presents some of San Diego's best musicians!Friday Night DJ's 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.Saturday Night Bands 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.Sunday Brunch Live Music 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.CHECK THIS VIDEO OUT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkKPiomN5IQAbout Cobby BrzeskiCobby Brzeski is a nationally touring multi-instrumental, multi-genre flutist, vocalist, and songwriter from San Diego, CA and performs all around the East and West Coasts. Cobby's charming voice and flute playing, playful songwriting, and versatility of musical styles make her a total genre bender. Full of Florida sunshine, Cobby’s music possesses a natural gift for sensitive, relatable storytelling and is a blend of influences from Jason Mraz, Colbie Caillat, H.E.R., Alina Braza and others, twisted with jazzy influences like Cyrille Aimee, Michael Buble, and PostModern Jukebox.Cobby is a 2018 magna cum laude graduate of the Berklee College of Music, and 2023 San Diego Music Award Nominee for Best Jazz Album (Vintage Girl In A Modern World (2022)). The Florida Sunshine Band presents a show full of Cobby's catchy originals, and fresh arrangements of popular songs.Visit: Cobby MusicCobby Music on Facebook

June 14 - Sept. 1, 2024San Diego and Tijuana have magnificent sacred buildings that effectively illustrate the history of modern architecture. Leading architects throughout the century designed buildings of the highest quality. Some of these architects had national reputations, such as Irving J. Gill, Richard Neutra and Charles Moore, others, like Robert Mosher and Robert Wellington Quigley, were local. Together, they have created a wonderfully diverse collection of sacred architecture.The exhibition will lead viewers through the major architectural movements of the twentieth century and introduce ideas and theology which have shaped sacred buildings in the region and highlight the work of contemporary architectural photographers Maha Bazzari, Estefany Maya, and Darren Bradley.Curated by Rev. Dr. Mark HargreavesRelated programs:For a full list of exhibition events go here.Robert Wellington Quigley Architecture Lecture and Clairemont Church Tour: 2-4:30 p.m. Saturday, July 20 at St. David's Episcopal Church ($10)Sacred Site Tours, Saturday, Aug. 1010 a.m. Church of the Nativity1 p.m. First United Methodist Church of San DiegoCurator-led tour at Wisteria Cottage5-6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15Family Days:12-2 p.m. July 14 - Stained glass windows12-2 p.m. Aug. 11 - Build your own sacred buildingRelated links:La Jolla Historical Society: website | Instagram | Facebook

Reflections is an art-making workshop series designed to serve adults 55 and older.In this new workshop series, participants will learn about the many facets of portraiture, and their contrast between internal and external representations of the self, while touring artworks from MCASD's collection and new special exhibition, For Dear Life: Art, Medicine, and Disability.Every exploration of artwork – whether figurative or abstract, metaphorical or literal, or humorous or severe – examines the compositional and storytelling qualities of portraits and their power to communicate a message. Each workshop will include an investigation of contemporary artmaking techniques and materials, including acrylic paint, colored pencil, and assemblage.No prior art experience is required. Transportation will be provided if required. Registration gives participants access to the full series (eight days).Session Dates:Session dates in this series are:Session 1: Friday, August 23 and Friday, August 30Session 2: Friday, September 13 and Friday, September 20Session 3: Friday, September 27 and Friday, October 4Session 4: Friday, October 11 and Friday, October 25Daily Program:10 a.m.: Gallery DiscussionThe conversations around the artworks in MCASD’s collection will offer stimulating input and prompts for participants as they think about creating their own artworks.10:30 a.m.: Coffee and MingleRefreshments and time for social interaction will take place in Museum venues that take full advantage of the beautiful oceanside location and views.11 a.m.: Art-Making ActivityThe hands-on workshop will provide a forum for self-expression and developing new interpersonal connections.Weekly Program:Session 1: Create a non-traditional self-portraitFor this project, the figure’s back will be facing the viewer, relying on a silhouette and its surroundings rather than a face. We will draw inspiration from Tidawhitney Lek’s The Intersection (2023), which offers an intersection of two worlds, Cambodia and California; Shizu Saldamando’s Joe at the Venice Room (2020); and John Valadez’s Car Show (2001), which highlights the relatable qualities of everyday people.Session 2: Create a portrait in the style of an album coverExplore alter egos! Consider the presentation of self through Mario Ayala’s Rancho Cucamonga (2022) and its trompe-l'oeil realism and Gillian Wearing’s Wallpaper (2015), where she transforms herself into multiple personas.Session 3: Create a transformative portrait of a friend or family memberIn this session, enter an uncanny world in La Marcha de las Langostas (1998) by Daniela Gallois and her whimsical, dreamlike creatures. Additionally, we will examine two of Joey Terrill’s works – Jeff, Victor, Luiz and George (1992–1993), which highlights a hyper-realistic portrayal of his friends, and Still Life with Zerit (2000), which uses autobiographical objects to share aspects of his identity.Session 4: Representations of the human form stylized in different waysWe will take inspiration from Beverly Buchanan’s Medicine Woman (1993) and analyze the many pieces that create the whole in her assemblage artwork. We will also take inspiration from Lynn Hershman Leeson’s X-Ray Woman in Bathing Cap (1996), a simultaneous portrayal of the internal and external female form. FundersReflections is generously supported by E.A. Michelson Philanthropy.Visit: MCASDMCASD on Instagram and Facebook