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Dreamscape: Beyond the Veil. Reception, Thursday, November 21, 4 – 7 pm at San Diego Mesa College Art Gallery
San Diego Mesa College Art Gallery presents
Dreamscape: Beyond the VeilNovember 18 – December 12, 2024
Reception: Thursday, November 21, 4 – 7 PM,
Art Gallery, FA 103FREE and OPEN to the public.
Free Parking during receptions in Lot # 1.
Park in STAFF spaces ONLY.
Image Credit: Designed by Makena Jackson, Museum Studies student,Fall 2024
Can’t join for the events?
Visit us during our regular gallery hours:
Monday through Thursday, 12-5 pm.
Closed Thanksgiving Week: November 25 – 29, 2024San Diego Mesa College,
Fine Arts Building, Art Gallery, FA103
7250 Mesa College Dr. SD 92111
Closest entrance is through Marlesta/GeneseeParticipating Artists: Adan Abaquin-Brown, Luis Alderete, Gabrielle Berens, Beate Bermann-Enn, Abigail Brown, Elizabeth Brown, Sophia Ciuffa , Annie Claflin, Krista Cuellar, Gabriela Ponce Curlango, Eva D’Amico, Alexis Deming, Meghan DeRoma, Matthew Devoys, Sheena Rae Dowling, Dana Edwards, Christopher Ferreria, Patricia Frischer, Gal Crew (Jennifer Armer, Gaby Espina, Caiti Myth), Arie Galles, Junko Glawe, Jeff Kahn, John Carlos Keasler, Natalia Kozlova, Braulio Lam, Sami Leon, Evan Lopez, Rick Macaw, Evie Maher, Kamaal Martin, Isa Guadalupe Medina ,Teresa Mill, Chris Reilly, Michelle Montjoy, Alejandro Morales, Caiti Myth, James Nelson, Dakota Noot, christian olid-ramirez, Philip Petrie, Lulu Yueming Qu, Josie Rodriguez, Kayah Rybar, Alyanah Santos, Sandra Segovia ,Cheryl Tall, Alyssa Marielle Villagracia, Bryan Tipton, Ell Treese, Christopher Tucker , Patricia Valero, Kelsey Worth, Jessica Yambao
“A Dream of Earth’s Hope” by Lulu Yueming QuThe San Diego Mesa College Art Gallery cordially invites you to experience Dreamscape: Beyond the Veil, a student-curated exhibition. Human beings have always been fascinated with the mysteries of the subconscious and the visions that lurk beneath the surface of logic and reason. The Museum Studies class has curated an exhibition featuring 54 talented local artists whose work is inspired by dreams in all their forms.
Join us for the reception on Thursday, November 21, 4 – 7 pm to participate in a thought-provoking interactive piece by artist group Gal Crew. As guests enter the space they will encounter What Drifts Through Your Dreamscape?, a mesmerizing, multifaceted installation that explores whimsical and unsettling realms. This imaginative work creates a dynamic dialogue between light and dark, engaging the viewer from the moment they approach the gallery window.
Sheena Rae Dowling’s A Guide to Becoming Water was inspired by the painter’s own dreams, which she has cataloged over the course of 25 years. Invoking her recurring nightmares of the ocean, Dowling scrapes the edges of her psyche for the surreal imagery she delivers to the canvas. The artist highlights the cyclical nature and mystical properties of the sea, contrasting the terror and the beauty of the deep. Meanwhile, Patricia Frischer visualizes her dreams in a series of painted vinyl records – full of color and contrast that give a glimpse into the jubilant yet mysterious world of her subconscious. Hot-air balloons carry a silhouetted stranger who presides over a landscape of rushing seas and plateaus, a shadowy yet constant presence. Both artists pose questions that we often ask ourselves after dreaming: Who is that faceless figure? What is that bizarre place? And, perhaps most mysterious of all, why does this dream keep coming back?
Philip Petrie and christian olid-ramirez confront unsettling nightmares with their work. Petrie’s somber canvases, Approaching and Departure Mountain, mirror intriguing and disturbing dreams. christian olid-ramirez’s large oil paintings from his series The Gloaming depict a fictional “desert of the mind” –a mental sandbox exploring the darkest thoughts and impulses of the human soul. Bounty renders a pile of blocky severed limbs placed before a pyre. Haunted and surreal, these works dip into the shadowy recesses of the mind, challenging viewers to explore paths rarely walked in daylight.
Dreamscape: Beyond the Veil invites viewers to contemplate how dreams shape our understanding and experience of the world. Highlighting symbolic explorations of the natural and mythical, this exhibition promises a captivating encounter with the world of the unconscious. This intriguing and engaging exhibition was developed under the guidance of Professor Alessandra Moctezuma and Gallery Coordinator Jenny Armer.
Gallery Hours: M, T, W, TH 12 – 5 p.m. (Or by appointment.) Closed Fridays, Weekends & Holidays. For additional information, please visit: https://www.sdmesa.edu/art-gallery or call (619) 388-2829.
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For the First Time in San Diego! Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experience Set to Open at the Wyland Center At Del Mar Fairgrounds Starting February 6, 2024
Beyond Monet Will Be Featured Alongside Blockbuster Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience
Tickets On-Sale Now
Producer Paquin Entertainment Group that Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experience will open alongside Beyond Van Gogh beginning February 6 at the Wyland Center at Del Mar Fairgrounds. Tickets for either show and combination tickets for both shows are on sale at www.beyondmonet.com and www.beyondvangogh.com.
Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experience is full of infinite potential for wonder and sheds new light on what the world thought it knew about Claude Monet. The experience showcases more than 400 of Monet’s most iconic works of impressionism, including the Water Lilies series, Impression: Sunrise, and Poppies.
Blockbuster Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience, which has sold over seven million tickets worldwide, will continue to be available at select dates and times. Tickets and the complete schedule are available at www.beyondvangogh.com.
“Claude Monet and Vincent Van Gogh showed a world filled with brightness, joy, color and emotion. While Van Gogh was seeking to create an art for the future, Monet wanted to submerge the audience in a shoreless landscape, making the work of these larger-than-life artists resonate even more with immersive experiences,” says Fanny Curtat, Art Historian Beyond Monet and Beyond Van Gogh. “To set foot in Beyond Van Gogh and Beyond Monet is to partake in the stunning vision of the world they created.”
Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experience gives guests a glimpse into the emotions and perspectives of the leading figure of Impressionism: Claude Monet. After entering the Garden Gallery, the Prism transports visitors into the biggest feature area of the exhibit. Taking inspiration from Musée de l’Orangerie in Paris, the designated home of Monet’s masterpieces, guests can freely roam the Infinity Room to absorb the artist’s bright and colorful paintings. Monet’s stunning imagery encompasses every surface of the room, transporting guests inside the paintings themselves. It is a haven for awakening the senses as the ebb and flow of the artwork is accompanied by the rhythm of an original score.
“Through cutting edge technology, both Beyond Monet and Beyond Van Gogh are redefining what art means to people,” says Paquin Entertainment Group’s President of Exhibitions and Theatrical, Justin Paquin. “It has elevated artwork to the next level, allowing us to form new relationships with notable masterpieces that were just not possible in previous years.”
For tickets and schedules visit www.beyondmonet.com and www.beyondvangogh.com.
About Paquin Entertainment Group:
Paquin Entertainment Group is a full-service arts and entertainment company. Established in 1985, it has evolved into a multi-faceted powerhouse representing world renowned artists, one of a kind immersive experiences, exciting theatrical productions, and global brands. Paquin Entertainment Group’s diverse portfolio includes Paquin Artists Agency, Paquin Exhibitions & Theatrical, and Paquin Strategic Partnerships. With offices throughout North America, Paquin Entertainment Group continues to expand globally, serving as a catalyst for connection, innovation and inspiration through music, arts, and culture. www.paquinentertainment.com
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La Jolla Art & Wine Festiva – Live, hands-on art activities for all ages!
The La Jolla Art & Wine Festival (LJAWF) will be returning to downtown La Jolla on Saturday, October 7, and Sunday, October 8, 2023, showcasing prestigious art, regional and international wines, craft beer and spirits, and family-friendly fun!
Featuring more than 160 artists from across the U.S. and Mexico, their exquisite creations come in a variety of mediums including painting, sculpture, jewelry design, fine glass, ceramics, woodwork, mixed media, and photography.
This Festival is not just for the art connoisseur; The La Jolla Art & Wine Festival is also a destination where vino enthusiasts and craft beer lovers unite. The iconic wine and beer garden highlights over 35 international wineries, local craft breweries, and craft distilleries. Along with a two-day silent auction, 15 pet adoption stations and an all-star line-up of live entertainment and music, there is something for everyone.
MISSION: The La Jolla Art & Wine Festival Foundation is a non-profit organization. Its mission is to bring needed funds to La Jolla’s public schools, art to the community and promote La Jolla and its merchants strengthening the vibrant community of La Jolla. All donations to the La Jolla Art & Wine Festival are tax-deductible.
All profits raised benefit underfunded programs such as art, music, science, physical education, technology and on-site medical care at all La Jolla public schools. Since its inception, the La Jolla Art & Wine Festival has donated more than $1,000,000 to these schools for the educational benefit of more than 4,000 children.
Beyond attracting wine and art aficionados, La Jolla Art & Wine Festival beckons those who seek to awaken their inner artist through immersive, hands-on experiences. They are thrilled to announce the return of the Geppetto’s Family Art Center on Wall Street. This vibrant hub is brimming with an array of free, engaging activities designed to captivate both the youthful and the young-at-heart. Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or just discovering your artistic side, there’s a boundless realm of inspiration waiting for you. The Geppetto’s Family Art Center is again partnering with two local San Diego companies to bring fun and creativity to the weekend! The Geppetto’s Family Art Center.
Artist Lulu Yueming Qu is going to paint live pet portrait during the two day festival event.
Explore the stunning array of offerings at LJAWF23.givesmart.com and embark on a bidding journey featuring over 170 remarkable items, including awe-inspiring art generously contributed by festival artists. Imagine placing your bids on a private in home wine tasting from Wine Guy & Wine Gal or vying for a luxurious seven-night stay for two at Rancho La Puerta Wellness Resort & Spa. The possibilities are endless!
Bid with ease and convenience, utilizing your cell phone or computer for seamless electronic bidding. No matter where you are, the auction is at your fingertips, open for bids at any time until the closing moments. Stay in the know with real-time updates if you find yourself outbid. This is your opportunity to secure exceptional treasures and experiences, all while supporting the vibrant La Jolla community.
DIRECTIONS
The La Jolla Art & Wine Festival takes place on Girard Avenue in La Jolla, California.
From 5 North
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Exit La Jolla Parkway
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Follow La Jolla Parkway down the hill
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Continue straight as La Jolla Parkway changes name to Torrey Pines Road
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Continue on Torrey Pines Road until it dead-ends at Girard Ave and the Vons Shopping Center
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The festival will be to your right on Girard Avenue
From 5 South
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Exit La Jolla Village Drive
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Right on La Jolla Village Drive (headed West towards the ocean)
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Left on Torrey Pines Road
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Veer right to stay on Torrey Pines Road when you get to the bottom of the hill
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Continue on Torrey Pines Road until it dead-ends at Girard Ave and the Vons Shopping Center
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The festival will be to your right on Girard Avenue
PARKING
There’s ample street parking, as well as paid parking facilities, available throughout La Jolla.
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Access this link to take advantage of the plentiful and inexpensive (starting as low as $4.95 ALL DAY) off-street parking lots and garages located just steps away from La Jolla Art & Wine Festival.
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Additional, paid parking options are available here for pre-booking.
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Dreamers – 2022 American International Youth Art Exhibition Was Successfully Opened in US Arts Education Center, San Diego
On October 30th, 2022, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm on Pacific Time in California, USA, co-hosted by US Arts, USA and Shanghai Gallery YOO, China, “Dreamers – 2022 International Youth and Children’s Art Exhibition” celebrated the exhibition opening at US Arts Education Center in San Diego, California. Both Lulu Yueming McNaught from California, USA and Flavia from Shanghai, China curated the exhibition. The exhibition was opened during the Halloween weekend, and the works on display were mainly selected from the students from the St. Didacus School, the community students from San Diego County and the students from Shanghai. These students are teenagers and children aged from 3 to 15 years old.
The exhibition opened with a Halloween party. During the ceremony party, the American students voted for their favorite artworks. They also joined some art activities, such as making Halloween art masks and stickers. The host prepared Halloween gifts for the raffle winners. Children with different skin colors are confident, equal and friendly in front of art. American parents actively took their children to participate in this Dreamers-themed friendship exhibition between American and Chinese children. The exhibition lasts for 15 days. During the exhibition, Lulu Yueming McNaught, the executive curator of the exhibition, teachers from US Arts, and artists from California will conduct awards for this exhibition.
List of small artists participating in the exhibition:
Jacob Zuckerman/ Isabella Fine/ Charlie Melendez/ Cruz Gyamfi/ Kieran Maloney / Bridgette Boeh / Paul Palomare/ Tyson Boeh/ Monica Huynh/ Sophia Rodriquez/ Mia Person / Victoria Palomares / Grace Saling / Monica Huynh /Elena Demirtas / Elliot An / Harry Douglas Tian WATT/ Vito Zhang/ Chen Xuanhan/ Cao Chengming/ Veronica Gerardina Lee/ Charlotte Nicolaas Lee/ Lu Mai Duo / Cao Qichen/ Wang Shihan/ Wang Shuyi / Ling Yuanyuan/ Zhang Zihui / Charlotte Gao Peng/ Vanessa ShuXue/ Katelyn Li / Abigail Chen/ Wang Tianyi / Queenie Tong/ Harper Xu /Lyonel Chapatte / Lenardo Wu/ Harvey Xu/ Vicky Zhang/ Rebecca / KIKI / MAX/ Wen Hefan/ Wang Gengyan/ Xiang Yue/ Shen Yixin/ Chen Jiale/ Gong Zibo / Gabriel Chen/ Louisa Fu/ Ethan Liao
The exhibition opened at the US Arts Education Center, hosted by curator and artist Lulu Yueming McNaught in San Diego, California, USA. Give out popular gifts and vote for your favorite artwork live.
During the opening ceremony, the curator led the little artists and their parents to make Halloween masks and stickers at the party.
The exhibition runs from October 30th to November 15th, 2022. During the exhibition, the American juries will select the various awards for the exhibition. We are looking forward to the little artists in the US and China to shine in the future.
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14th La Jolla Art & Wine Festival on October 8th and 9th
14th Annual La Jolla Art & Wine Festival will be coming this weekend on October 8th and 9th. Lulu will be doing live pet portrait on Sunday October 9th. Her booth will be #9. Welcome to stop by with your furry friends and get a cute custom pet portrait done.
If your furry friend is shy, you can just send Lulu a photo at her booth, it only takes 30 minutes for the pet portrait in watercolor. See you then!
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Free Ticket! San Diego Art & Beer Event at AleSmith Brewery on Oct 8th
Welcome to stop by AleSmith Brewery on this Saturday Oct 8th 4pm – 10pm. There will be over 65 artists showing their arts and crafts. Tickets are free to register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/art-beer-night-market-sd-tickets-392756744997.
Lulu will be one of the art vendors, come to say hi!
