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Kevin Inman Wednesday, April 2 from 2–5 p.m. (1 day, 3 total hours of instruction) On location in Balboa Park This plein air painting class is taught on location in beautiful San Diego. Paint the peaceful oasis of the Alcazar Garden, a formal garden with seasonal plantings in San Diego’s beautiful Balboa Park. Painting outdoors gives the artist the opportunity to experiment with light, color, and atmosphere. Work with San Diego landscape painter Kevin Inman to learn how to paint spontaneously, simplify a complex subject, and enjoy the moment. Topics include color mixing, design, and how to let go of your inner critic. Materials: Recommended oil or acrylic colors (Gamblin and Rembrandt paints): Limited palette: Alizarin Crimson Permanent, Cadmium Yellow Medium, Ultramarine Blue, Titanium White. This palette saves money but limits your options in advanced painting techniques. Basic palette: Cadmium Yellow Medium (or Hue), Cadmium Yellow Deep (or Hue), Cadmium Red Medium (or Hue), Alizarin Crimson Permanent, Ultramarine Blue, Cerulean Blue Hue, Titanium White, Burnt Umber, or preferred alternatives. Recommended but optional palette: Ivory Black, Burnt Sienna, Yellow Ochre. Brushes: a range of brushes from #2 on up. I prefer hog bristle flats and filberts. Other: cup or jar for solvent; paper towels; palette or paper palette pad; Gamsol or Turpenoid; linseed oil or Gamblin Solvent-free Gel; sketchbook; pencil; vine charcoal; palette knife; gloves; travel easel or pochade box; hat and sunscreen. Supports: stack of inexpensive materials for quick studies and exercises, such as a five-pack of Blick canvas boards, size 8” x 10” or 11” x 14”, an Arches oil paper pad, or a canvas pad. Two larger canvas boards or stretched canvases, 11” x 14” to 16” x 20”, for longer projects. Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Dozens of Wisconsin dairy farmers are breathing a sigh of relief after federal funds they had been awarded were released and payments are now being promised. But anxiety persists for some.

Amy Sherald, who painted former First Lady Michelle Obama's portrait in 2018, has a major survey of her work opening this week at the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York.

The National Bonsai and Penjing Museum marks the 400th anniversary of the Yamaki Pine, an ancient tree that survived the 1945 bombing of Hiroshima and has since become a symbol of peace.

World Kamishibai Forum February 15-16, 2025 A Free Event for educators, Librarians, storytellers, Kamishibai fans and the Kamishibai curious! The World Kamishibai Forum will bring together and celebrate the diversity of Kamishibai performance styles from around the world. Librarians, teachers and storytellers will have the opportunity to learn from internationally recognized Kamishibai experts. The two days will encompass “How to” workshops and Kamishibai storytelling and presentations. Attendees will experience how Kamishibai inspires and teaches children to love storytelling and literature. Kamishibai is a traditional Japanese storytelling and performance art that uses illustrated paper cards and a narrator. The word kamishibai literally translates to "paper theater" in Japanese. Kamishibai (Storybox) brings international folk tales and other stories to life for people, from toddlers to teens and beyond. In this Japanese storytelling tradition, a professional storyteller reveals a series of illustrations as the narrative unfolds. Visit: https://writeoutloudsd.com/world-kamishibai-forum-2025/

Beyond star-studded panels and immersive brand activations, community connection is at the heart of Comic-Con. So tell us: Why does Comic-Con matter to you?

Since Trump abruptly ousted Kennedy Center leadership and became its board chair, artists have canceled shows and subscription sales are down.

After years of cracking down on California’s oil industry, Gov. Gavin Newsom and legislative Democrats are moving to get Kern County wells pumping again to avoid soaring gasoline prices.

Advocate for the planet by going on an adventure to save the Earth at Nature Night! Join us for an after-hours event and watch the Museum transform to host hands-on activity booths featuring science, technology, reading, engineering, art, and math (STREAM). Through hands-on activity booths and an endless amount of fun, children will learn about: - Marine ecosystems with Ocean Connectors - Tree identification with Tree San Diego - Science of scent with California Wolf Center - Composting with Little Shepherds Nature Lab - Recycling with One Clean Beach - The effects of pollutants in creeks with Escondido Creek Conservancy - Native seeds that are helpful to birds with San Diego Bird Alliance - Cloud formations - Sun prints Plus, you won’t want to miss tinkering your own instrument and performing in a Junkyard Orchestra with DrumatiX! Fill up with a quick bite from Puras Papas food truck and Cabetos Pops for hand-crafted ice cream. Price: Members $12 | Non-Members $17 Visit: https://sdcdm.org/events/naturenight/ San Diego Children's Discovery Museum on Instagram and Facebook

Weinstein's 2020 conviction on sex crimes in New York was overturned last year. In a new trial, jurors heard allegations from three women.