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A Weekend Full of Art – June 2nd and 3rd, 2017

A Weekend Full of Art – June 2nd and 3rd, 2017

There are so many great art happenings going on this weekend. Here is a quick glance at some of them: Be sure to check the event pages for last minute updates, costs and other important information! Tonight, Friday, June 2, 2017 Wonderspaces opens its doors today at 10:00 am. I’ll be posting more about this in the next couple of days. Michael Carini’s ‘Reign Upon Sonrise’ Opening Reception and Unveiling is happening during Friday Night Liberty at Martha Pace Swift…

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Kaboo Artwork Lineup for 2017 Announced

Kaboo Artwork Lineup for 2017 Announced

Congrats to the San Diego artists and Galleries announced in the Artwork Lineup for Kaboo 2017! Passes to attend are still available as of this writing, and I’m sure we’ll see a lot of posting on the various webs during the event. This year has shaped up to be quite the must-experience happening.   Your 2017 ARTWORK lineup is here! Get ready to go on a visual journey with us. bit.ly/2q76zVW 🎨 Posted by KAABOO on Thursday, May 11, 2017…

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Thumbprint Gallery Show Gets Attention Beyond San Diego

Thumbprint Gallery Show Gets Attention Beyond San Diego

The Strange Dreams Surreal Art Collective and Thumbprint Gallery in La Jolla are getting some attention beyond San Diego. The arts and culture magazine YAY! LA did a spotlight piece for the show ‘Nightmares’ that is on display at Thumbprint until May 7th, 2017. The Strange Dreams collective is an international group of 25 artists, which include San Diego artists Evgniya Golik and Nonie Cruzado . Visit the Strange Dreams Surreal Art Collective or Thumbprint Gallery websites for more info: http://www.thumbprintgallerysd.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ThumbprintGallery/…

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Today is Slow Art Day

Today is Slow Art Day

Today is Slow Art Day, and there is one local San Diego gallery participating. This is the eighth year for the event that event reminds us that it is important to spend more quality time with the art we visit, especially the ones that resonate with us. The idea behind the event is to visit a museum or gallery, take some time with art, to really look at a piece and get intimate with what it says to you, and then share your…

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Local Artist Awarded The Business of Art Scholarship – To Be Featured at 2017 Mission Federal ArtWalk

Local Artist Awarded The Business of Art Scholarship – To Be Featured at 2017 Mission Federal ArtWalk

SAN DIEGO, California – February 20 – Mission Federal ArtWalk, San Diego Visual Arts Network and The Studio Door are pleased to introduce the artistry of emerging artist Mikaela McLeish at the 33rd Annual Mission Federal ArtWalk in Little Italy to held on April 29 and 30.  Mikaela was selected as this year’s The Business of Art scholarship awardee.The Business of Art scholarship is awarded to one lucky art student or emerging artist who has a body of work to…

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Where Is The “A”?

Where Is The “A”?

A recent article published by The Voice of San Diego has prompted a look into the A (art) portion of the IDEA concept for property development in the East Village.  The IDEA that “A” be included in the development of the East Village is an awesome thought. At the moment it is mostly that, just a thought. I frequently walk the streets of San Diego, in particular those of the East Village. The latest art installation, which is almost 2…

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The Renaissance Woman: An Interview with Erica Putis

The Renaissance Woman: An Interview with Erica Putis

This week I interview the multi-talented Erica Putis.  She is a renaissance woman, producing an impressive amount of diverse work. She was able to break away from her many responsibilities to spend some time to chat online. Brian Baxter, Art Guide San Diego: Hi Erica, thanks for taking the time out of your busy day! Erica Putis: Thanks for having me! AGSD: I know you are an artist of many mediums, sculptor, gallery curator, musician, clothing designer, skincare alchemist, makeup artist…  All…

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Art of the New Economy: An Interview with Alex Dikowski

Art of the New Economy: An Interview with Alex Dikowski

It has been a busy time for Alex Dikowski, going from one side of the country to the other showing work for his exhibition “Attention Economy”. He now he has new work and a new show at Basile IE opening this Saturday, February 11th. Alex took a few moments from his busy last minute preparations to answer few questions. Brian Baxter, Art Guide San Diego: It has been a couple of months since I last saw you at Art San…

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The Creative Balance of Art and Science: An Interview with Artist Melissa Walter

The Creative Balance of Art and Science: An Interview with Artist Melissa Walter

Melissa Walter has achieved that artistic nexus, where art at science meet and something extraordinary emerges. Her artwork is at once precise and loose.  Balanced geometric lines and solid tones fade into multiple points and scatter, leaving the void to be filled by underlying coloration. Wire and thread emerge from precisely cut holes in solid material to create patterns both beautiful and mesmerizing. Paper cut and manipulated or holes created in random precision give a feeling of order and impending…

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Impressions in Light and Texture: An Interview with Artist Matthew Snyder

Impressions in Light and Texture: An Interview with Artist Matthew Snyder

It is an exciting moment when you find an artist whose style captures your eye and transports you into that other-worldly place within your own imagination. That happened for me the first time I saw Matt Snyder’s work in August of last year.  Since then we have had a few conversations which are always interesting and intelligent. As luck would have it I was able to get some time with Matt this week and get some of his thoughtful insights…

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