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Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. January 8–March 5 (9 weeks, 27 total hours of instruction) AAC Art Studio There are few artistic pursuits more rewarding than creating a successful portrait bust, especially of a loved one or significant other. Join sculptor Marty Davis as he teaches the process of creating a bust from photos. Students will learn how to photograph a portrait sitter, and how to use those photos to create an accurate three-dimensional (3D) likeness. Marty will explain and demonstrate the elements of successful portraiture. Topics include the anatomy of the skull and neck, the proportion and placement of the features, and how to generate and refine a convincing likeness. Students will create a single portrait bust of a subject of their choosing over eight weeks. No experience with sculpture necessary. This class is for all skill levels. Materials: Materials will be discussed at the first class. Please note: this course runs for nine sessions total. Max students: 12 Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/54 Athenaeum Music and Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Tuesdays, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. February 4–25 (4 Weeks, 12 total hours of instruction) AAC Art Studio Experience the fun in “fun-ctional” ceramics! Learn and develop your hand-building pottery skills with three projects, such as a set of nesting plates, a berry bowl, and your own custom mug. Each class will introduce a new project to work on, which will require practicing different techniques to get to the final assembled piece. The last class will be reserved for glazing all the work produced during the class. At the class's completion, you will take home your glazed projects, finished and ready to be used. Beginning to intermediate students are welcome. Materials: The materials fee includes clay, glazes, firings, and the use of basic tools. It is recommended that students bring an apron and a hand towel for cleanup, as well as a notebook and pencil to write down instructions and sketch ideas. Max students: 10 Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/52 Athenaeum Music and Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Make a Turkey Wing Hand Broom! Sunday, January 12, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. A Turkey Wing hand broom is an epic example of Appalachian folk art. It could be considered a functional tool or a decorated art piece. These brooms are made with natural broomcorn. Instructor AB will teach you the traditional techniques for binding and shaping the broomcorn, which is made from sorghum, to create a fun and unique experience…others call it a spiritual occurrence. Let’s sweep it up. Ages 13+ years and up is recommended. Materials fee: $10 (cash) to be paid to instructor at the start of the workshop • Military and sibling discounts. • Scholarships available. • Homeschool funds accepted. • If this class is full, join the Interest List. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. Visit: Hand Broom Making Workshop San Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

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Come see our latest exhibition: "Chicanismo and the "Art of Resistance: The Legacy of Ricardo Favela and the Royal Chicano Air Force (RCAF)." This new exhibit showcases the importance of creating inclusive spaces for underserved communities to express their creativity through art resistance, empowerment, cultural pride and activism. Curated by Florentina Favela & Eddie Salas Last weekend to see the Community Artist Gallery Installation by Tim Redbird Chicano Park Museum and Cultural Center on Facebook

Join us for Day Camp at ArtReach! Experience the world of using our art to spread joy, belonging, and generosity to our community! Students will be inspired to create like famous artists such as Kieth Haring and Jean Michel Basquiat, and Faith Ringgold, whose legacy of art brought people and communities together through Social and Environmental Justice. What to expect at ArtReach HQ: What to bring: Please pack a water bottle, lunch, and snacks for your child. A water refill station is available onsite. When: Art camp will be Monday, December 23 from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Select the Day Camp and Extended Care options for pickup at 5 p.m. Please arrive no more than 15 minutes before class. Where: We are located at 1065 University Ave. San Diego, CA 92103 (on the corner of University and Vermont). Parking: We have limited space in our parking lot for drop off and pick up. Seats are limited! If you would like to add on a ticket for a friend, reach out and we will try to accommodate your needs. Running late? If you’re running behind, ArtReach staff members will be ready to catch you up! Something came up and you can’t make it? Please email us. Refunds are not available for no-shows, but credit will be provided for a future class at ArtReach HQ if you cancel at least 24 hours before the class. Safety: All participants must sign a waiver before attending a workshop. All students under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. Parent/Guardian Waiver Youth drop off: Please plan to drop off students at the start of class. Only adults listed on the waiver may pick students up (with a matching driver's license or ID card). Visit: Art Day Camp, Mon, December 23, grades K - 5 ArtReach San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

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The legendary west African kingdom of Kaabu has long been memorialized in the songs and stories of griots. That's inspired archaeologists to excavate the kingdom's capital.

'Working Title" is Project [BLANK]’s fourth-annual exhibition of experimental art and music, featuring dozens of visual artists, filmmakers, sound and performance artists, composers, and musicians. This three-day, community-based event will include new works, world premieres, and thought-provoking performances featuring some of the most exciting creative voices in Southern California, Tijuana, and Baja California curated by Diana Benavidez and Leslie Ann Leytham. Join us on a pilgrimage of ideas, with bold new works that offer invocations and intercessions of sacred and profane inspiration. Visit: https://www.etix.com/ticket/o/16628/ Project [BLANK] on Instagram and Facebook