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John Gutmann (1905–1998) and Max Yavno (1911–1985) were photographers who spent most of their careers in California’s two largest cities of the mid-twentieth century. Gutmann fled Nazi persecution in Germany and immigrated to San Francisco in 1933 while Yavno, a native New Yorker, moved to California in 1945, living in San Francisco and Los Angeles. These contemporaries photographed prominent aspects of modern American life, especially in their adopted home state of California. From a pervasive car culture to street life, signage, architecture, and sports and entertainment, they emphasized urban grit and energy while revealing distinct ways of seeing. Trained as an Expressionist painter in Germany, Gutmann approached these themes as a European in a new country, using the strong diagonals and daring, often low angles he learned from popular magazines in interwar Berlin to defamiliarize the everyday. Yavno’s more plainspoken and detached observations, by contrast, embody the prevailing direction of American photography of this era and his greater sociological impulse. Taken together, Gutmann and Yavno demonstrate how California was home to interconnecting, even conflicting strains in modern photography of the American scene. On Display: Aug. 9, 2025–Jan. 11, 2026 Visit: https://www.sdmart.org/exhibition/john-gutmann-max-yavno-california-photographers/ First Floor: Galleries 14/15: Mrs. Thomas J. Fleming Sr. Foyer San Diego Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

On Wednesday, the president showcased models for a grand new monument to be added to the gateway of the National Mall: a large, neoclassical arch topped with eagles and a gilded, winged figure.

Discover the ancient art of Qigong and its profound spiritual and health benefits! This immersive experience will guide you through gentle movements and powerful meditations, fostering a harmonious flow of Divine Light and vital life force (Ch’i) throughout your body. Qigong exercises are moving meditations that accentuate the natural energetic flows and rhythms of the auric field to keep you in body, mind and soul in harmony. Through the power of your aura, you manifest everything in life. Qigong enhances your aura to help embody the attributes of the Divine Light and walk in greater step with the cosmic dance of life. What you will experience: Gentle Qigong movements that release tension, improve circulation, and enhance flexibility. Movement of the Ch’i, similar to the health benefits of the meridian system in acupuncture. Release of energetic blockages that may be hindering your spiritual evolution. Tapping into the universal life force (often referred to as Fohat in esoteric traditions) to align with your highest purpose. Each session opens and closes with a Divine Light meditation. Wear comfortable clothing. If joining online, please leave space to perform the exercises presented. Amelie Catheline is a Qigong and Tai Chi teacher in North County San Diego, CA. She guides students to calm their mind through gentle movements and deepen the connection to their body. Amelie trained with Marie-Laure Jousset and Francois Maurios at Ecole Equilibre and Chemins de Vie, practicing Yang Shaohu style Tai Chi Chuan and Qigong of the Mindful Health since 2010. She studied at the White Dragon Martial Art School’s Yang Style Tai Chi for eight years reaching the Senior Black Fringe level. Spiritual Arts Institute on Facebook / Instagram

Sharpen your observational skills and deepen your understanding of the human form in this dynamic figure drawing class. Working from live models, students will explore anatomy, proportion, gesture, and line through a variety of poses and timed studies. Suitable for all levels, this class offers a supportive environment for both beginners and experienced artists to build confidence and technique. Six-Week Schedule Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. September 16, 23, 30, October 7, 21, 28 (skips October 14) Instructor Jean Krumbein The Institute of Contemporary Art, San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Welcome to Jean Isaacs, The Legacy Concert, a concert that will reflect our appetite of laughter, love and professionalism. All choreography for The Legacy Concert has been selected and choreographed by Isaacs from among 150 unique dances created over a 60 year career. Jean Isaacs has enjoyed a long rich career making dances throughout the region and beyond. Her creative energies have been widely recognized throughout the US, Mexico and Europe and she has been applauded for her work by critics and audiences alike. Performers for The Legacy Concert include many who have co-created the dances with Isaacs. Artists performing include Steve Baker, Monica Bill Barnes, Blythe Barton, Annie Boyer, Jill Breckenridge, Kate Brill, Jovani Chavez, Jessica Curiel, , Ivan Flores, Cora Fowler, Hazel Fowler, Natalia Hill, Cecily Holcombe, Liv Isaacs-Nollet, Jeremiah Jenkins, Robby Johnson, James la Rose Powell and David Wornovitzky. Audience are enouraged to linger post performance to greet the artists and enjoy light snacks and drinks. Jean Isaacs on Instagram

If Santa Claus is the good cop of Christmas, then Krampus is the bad one: a creature from European folklore who scares children into behaving themselves, complete with goat horns and gnashing teeth.

Experience the best of French winemaking on Thursday, November 6 at 6 p.m. as AVANT presents Vine to Table: A French Wine Dinner Experience. Begin the evening with a refined reception featuring passed bites and a curated selection of French wines, followed by a five-course dinner that celebrates the depth and diversity of France’s most renowned wine regions — from the crisp whites of the Loire Valley to the rich, full-bodied reds of Bordeaux and Burgundy. Each course has been thoughtfully paired to highlight the harmony between fine cuisine and exceptional wine, creating an evening of timeless French elegance and culinary artistry at AVANT. Rancho Bernardo Inn on Facebook / Instagram

"Unraveling Into Motion" Dance MiraCosta Theatre, Bldg 2000 Dave Massey, Artistic Director Introducing "Unraveling into Motion" — the 2025 MiraCosta Fall Dance Concert celebrating the evolving artistry of student and faculty choreographers. This high-energy performance showcases a dynamic range of styles, from explosive storytelling to richly textured movement. Each original work ignites the stage with emotion, curiosity, and creative fire. True to its name, Unraveling into Motion invites audiences to witness the unfolding—where dancers unravel ideas, emotion, and identity in a physical dialogue that connects us all. Thursday, December 4 // 7:30 p.m. Friday, December 5 // 7:30 p.m. Saturday, December 6 // 7:30 p.m. Sunday, December 7 // 2 p.m. Theatre, Bldg. 2000, Oceanside Campus General Admission $17 Seniors/Staff $14 Student $12 Seating is reserved. MiraCosta College Dance Department on Facebook / Instagram

Join us to uncork your creativity and get in the Halloween spirit at our Spooky paint & sip night! Expect an evening of artistry and relaxation as you sip on your favorite wines, beers or cocktails and create your own masterpiece. San Diego Mission Bay Resort: Website / Facebook / Instagram

Join us for our next Artists Meeting – a chance to connect, create, and inspire each other! Whether you’re a painter, photographer, or any kind of creative, we’d love to have you. Date: Saturday, October 18 Time: 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Venue: Centro Cultural De La Raza, Balboa Park 2004 Park Blvd. San Diego, CA 92101 Instagram: @sandiegoartistsunified Come join us every 3rd Saturday of the month!