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Thursday–Friday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. January 9 & 10 (2 Days, 8 total hours of instruction) On location in Balboa Park Outdoor studies are the key to painting successful landscapes in the studio. Plein air painting is an excellent way to observe color, light, and aerial perspective. This workshop focuses on composition and color mixing with a limited palette. Each day will begin with a demo and conclude with a group critique. The historic Spanish Baroque architecture and beautiful gardens of Balboa Park are an inspiring and congenial place to paint outdoors. All levels are welcome in this workshop. We will meet up in the Plaza Panama in front of the Timken Art Museum. Materials: portable easel; four 8” x 10” or 6” x 8”, good quality canvas boards; half-dozen brushes, white bristle flat or filbert, # 2, #4, #6. One medium-size steel palette knife; small, pointed round brush for detail #2–#4. Paper towels; odorless turpentine; small jar for turpentine, wood palette; oil paints: Alizarin Crimson, Cadmium Red Medium, Cadmium Yellow Medium Cadmium Lemon, Phthalo Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Permalba White, Raw Umber, Cadmium Orange. Sun hat, insect repellent, old shirt, and sturdy shoes are suggested. Max students: 12 Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/10 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for the opening reception of "Rare Breed", a public event featuring new paintings by celebrated local artist, Kelly Vivanco. Vivanco’s dreamy, ethereal acrylic paintings have gained her fans from all over the world. While she is internationally popular, this is a "hometown" show as Vivanco lives in the San Diego area. The opening reception is a free, all-ages event with live music and the artist in attendance. Drinks will be available to purchase from Last Spot (21+). "Rare Breed" paintings by Kelly Vivanco Saturday, May 10 from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Distinction Gallery, 317 E Grand Ave, Escondido CA Distinction Gallery on Facebook / Instagram Visit: https://www.distinctionart.com/

Reserve your seat for this month’s Artisan Table Signature Wine Series dinner for a taste of Napa Valley on the beautiful outdoor terrace at A.R. Valentien. Sip on standout wines from Hundred Acre perfectly paired with the multi-course communal meal of seasonal bounty by Executive Chef Kelli Crosson. Dana Manison, Western Regional Manager of Hundred Acre, is joining this intimate dinner for an insightful discussion about the selected wine varietals. The Lodge at Torrey Pines on Facebook / Instagram

San Diego sign painter Koy Sun's widely-viewed TikTok video landed him an artist residency at Bread & Salt.

San Diego - City Heights welcomes you to a street food festival like no other. This event will feature special vendors from across the county serving up authentic, multicultural cuisines and highly sought-after street foods—the kind you crave when you pass by a paletero or a fresh fruit stand. What was already a huge community block party—featuring phenomenal local vendors, talented artists, musicians, dancers, incredible street food, and a beer garden—just got even better! Saturday, June 14th, from 11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., we are shutting down University Ave & 37th St. for a block party, and you’re invited. Get your tickets today! Visit: https://www.cityheightscdc.org/happening-in-city-heights/street-food-fest

Reserve your seat for this month’s Artisan Table Signature Wine Series dinner for a taste of Napa Valley on the beautiful outdoor terrace at A.R. Valentien. Sip on standout wines from Far Niente perfectly paired with the multi-course communal meal of seasonal bounty by Executive Chef Kelli Crosson. Bruce Mooers, president of Far Niente, is joining this intimate dinner for an insightful discussion about the selected wine varietals. Visit: https://www.lodgetorreypines.com/event/event-signature-wine-series-far-niente The Lodge at Torrey Pines on Instagram and Facebook

2 Tuesdays and 1 Thursday, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. January 7, 9, and 14 (3 days, 9 total hours of instruction) AAC Art Studio How do you like your coffee? Made with your own two hands! Let's move away from the disposable cup and make something that lasts. In this beginner-friendly course, students will learn hand-building techniques—pinch, coil, and slab—to create functional drinking vessels. We will give special attention to coffee cups to encourage students to enhance their own morning coffee rituals; however, any favorite beverage will fit. We will learn to handbuild: mugs (cups with handles) tumblers (cups without handles) espresso cups matching saucers matcha bowls pour over coffee drippers While this is a beginner-friendly course, intermediate and advanced students may join. Students will learn how to: Wedge clay Roll out slabs using a rolling pin and wooden guides Utilize hand-building techniques for form and function Use templates Compress & strengthen clay to reduce air bubbles, cracks, and warping during the drying process Make handles Trim and carve into leather hard clay Apply decoration and texture Glaze vessels and reduce mishaps Materials: Clay will be provided. Please purchase a standard-size rolling pin and beginner’s pottery tool kit. Tools can be purchased locally at Freeform Ceramics in National City. We will also learn how to improvise tools with common household items. Please bring a notebook / sketchbook to class to keep track of wonderful ideas. Max students: 12 Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/53 Athenaeum Music and Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Tuesdays, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. January 7–February 11 (6 weeks, 18 total hours of instruction) AAC Art Studio (Includes model) This is a unique opportunity to study with two accomplished and warmhearted artist-educators in the same course. Ken and Stephanie are both well known for their ability to help each person find their own unique drawing abilities. Each week there will be a life model. On day one, Ken will introduce a simplified approach to gesture drawing and the fundamentals of figure and head construction. During Weeks 2 and 3, Ken will go deeper into the importance of gesture drawing in relation to constructing and composing longer poses. During the final three weeks, Stephanie will continue to build on Ken’s lessons but will include longer poses that will allow students time to incorporate the basics into an actual process of drawing or painting more finished figures and portraits. Materials: You do not need to buy everything on this list. Only buy materials that relate to the medium you plan to work with, or if you are more advanced, bring your own supplies. On day one you will only need newsprint, a drawing board, vine charcoal, kneaded eraser, and one colored pastel for accents. Charcoal: Soft vine charcoal; 4B charcoal pencil; kneaded eraser; smooth newsprint; drawing board; rags or paper towels. If you prefer graphite: 2B, 4B, and 6B graphite pencils; kneaded eraser; 18˝ x 24˝drawing pad or 18˝ x 24˝ smooth newsprint; drawing board. Max students: 12 Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/51 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Welcome the arrival of summer at our Summer Solstice Celebration on Friday, June 20th starting at 2 p.m. on the Buena Vista Terrace. Unwind in plush, soft-seating lounges while savoring chilled Frosé, handcrafted summer cocktails, and artfully curated small bites — each designed to capture the season’s vibrant flavors. As the sun dips below the horizon, enjoy curated acoustic sounds and raise a glass in a celebratory sunset toast. Let’s make the longest day of the year the most best one yet. *Reservations not required. Visit: https://www.ranchobernardoinn.com/rancho-bernardo-inn-events#!/e/jun-20th-2-00-pm-after-sunset-summer-solstice-celebration-36778de0/ Rancho Bernardo Inn on Instagram and Facebook

1960s pop star Connie Francis has died. The first female singer to chart a No. 1 single on the Billboard Hot 100, she sold over 40 million records before the age of 25.