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Jul 2 2012 |
ARTivities: Landscape PaintingMonday, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art Enjoy art activities that relate to the art on view in the Museum's galleries and that coincide with the Museum's summer camp themes. Themes change weekly. Email for more information. Recommended for children ages 6-12. continue reading |
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Jul 3 2012 |
ARTivities: Landscape PaintingTuesday, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art Enjoy art activities that relate to the art on view in the Museum's galleries and that coincide with the Museum's summer camp themes. Themes change weekly. Email for more information. Recommended for children ages 6-12. continue reading |
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Jul 5 2012 |
ArtStop: Figures in Oceanic ArtThursday, 12:00 pm - 12:15 pmMuseum Galleries Today's ArtStop will discuss Figures in Oceanic Art ArtStops are 15 minute, staff-led tours of one to three works on view. Museum curators and educators present these brief yet always enlightening and informative talks every Thursday and third Tuesday at noon.
Free after Museum admission.
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Jul 5 2012 |
ARTivities: Landscape PaintingThursday, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art Enjoy art activities that relate to the art on view in the Museum's galleries and that coincide with the Museum's summer camp themes. Themes change weekly. Email for more information. Recommended for children ages 6-12. continue reading |
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Jul 6 2012 |
ARTivities: Landscape PaintingFriday, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art Enjoy art activities that relate to the art on view in the Museum's galleries and that coincide with the Museum's summer camp themes. Themes change weekly. Email for more information. Recommended for children ages 6-12. continue reading |
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Jul 6 2012 |
Summer Salon Series 2012: Beyond the BannerBorder Corps, The Night James Brown Saved Boston, Mattson 2Friday, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pmMuseum Galleries 5:00-10:30 p.m. Giuseppe's Bar Service (Rotunda Bar is open 5:00-9:00 p.m., Auditorium Bar is open 7:30-10:30 p.m.) 6:00-7:00 p.m. Art-Making Activity: Perspective Drawing 6:00-8:00 p.m. The Quilt Conversation 6:00-9:00 p.m. Performance of Come and Get It by the Border Corps 8:00-9:15 p.m. Screening of The Night James Brown Saved Boston 9:30 p.m. Concert by Mattson 2 |
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Jul 9 2012 |
ARTivities: PrintmakingMonday, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art Enjoy art activities that relate to the art on view in the Museum's galleries and that highlight the Museum's summer camp themes. Themes change weekly. For more information, please email families@sdmart.org. Recommended for children ages 6-12. continue reading |
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Jul 10 2012 |
ARTivities: PrintmakingTuesday, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art Enjoy art activities that relate to the art on view in the Museum's galleries and that highlight the Museum's summer camp themes. Themes change weekly. For more information, please email families@sdmart.org. Recommended for children ages 6-12. continue reading |
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Jul 12 2012 |
ArtStop: Georgia O’KeeffeThursday, 12:00 pm - 12:15 pmMuseum Galleries For today's ArtStop Lucy Eron, Museum Educator will discuss 2 works from the Museum's collection by Georgia O’Keeffe. ArtStops are 15 minute, staff-led tours of one to three works on view. Museum curators and educators present these brief yet always enlightening and informative talks every Thursday and third Tuesday at noon.
Free after Museum admission.
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Jul 12 2012 |
ARTivities: PrintmakingThursday, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art Enjoy art activities that relate to the art on view in the Museum's galleries and that highlight the Museum's summer camp themes. Themes change weekly. For more information, please email families@sdmart.org. Recommended for children ages 6-12. continue reading |
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Jul 13 2012 |
ARTivities: PrintmakingFriday, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art Enjoy art activities that relate to the art on view in the Museum's galleries and that highlight the Museum's summer camp themes. Themes change weekly. For more information, please email families@sdmart.org. Recommended for children ages 6-12. continue reading |
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Jul 13 2012 |
Summer Salon Series 2012: Beyond the BannerAsh Smith, The Periscope Project, Ryanna Projects (Anna Gray and Ryan Wilson Paulsen)Friday, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pmMuseum Galleries 5:00-9:00 p.m. Giuseppe's Bar Service 5:00-9:00 p.m. Drone Readymade 5:00-9:00 p.m. Ad Sense, an installation by Tim Schwartz 6:00-7:00 p.m. Art-Making Activity: Zine-Making Workshop 6:00-8:00 p.m. The Quilt Conversation 6:00-8:00 p.m. Ryanna Projects presents Don't Mistake Our Intelligence for Knowledge |
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Jul 13 2012 |
Seasonal Prix Fixe DinnerFriday, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art Sculpture Court Café bar open | 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. The featured cocktail of the evening is a Crushed Blueberry Mojarita. A selection of wine, beer, and spirits are also available for purchase. Seasonal Prix Fixe Dinner | 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.Reservations encouraged | $30 members, $35 nonmembers | Includes Summer Salon Series Admission continue reading |
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Jul 14 2012 |
Second Saturday Workshop: Indian Miniature PaintingSaturday, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm![]() Image (detail): A prince and princess play with sparklers by a lotus pool, ca. 1760. Edwin Binney 3rd Collection. 1990.858. Create a multi-layered miniature work of art using traditional painting colors and materials inspired by the centuries-old art of Indian miniature painting in Temple, Palace, Mosque. This three hour workshop, led by Lucy Eron, Museum Educator, will begin with a tour of the exhibition for inspiration. continue reading |
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Jul 15 2012 |
Family Drop-in DayThe Invention of GlorySunday, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art Explore and learn about art on view in the Museum through child-friendly tours and art making. Recommended for children ages 6-12. Registration is not required, but space is limited. |
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Jul 16 2012 |
ARTivities: Paper SculptureMonday, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art Enjoy art activities that relate to the art on view in the Museum's galleries and that coincide with the Museum's summer camp themes. Themes change weekly. Email for more information. Recommended for children ages 6-12. continue reading |
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Jul 17 2012 |
ArtStop: The Pastrana TapestriesTuesday, 12:00 pm - 12:15 pmMuseum Galleries Today's ArtStop will the Pastrana Tapestries ArtStops are 15 minute, staff-led tours of one to three works on view. Museum curators and educators present these brief yet always enlightening and informative talks every Thursday and third Tuesday at noon.
Free after Museum admission.
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Jul 19 2012 |
ArtStop: Antonio CanovaThursday, 12:00 pm - 12:15 pmMuseum Galleries Today's ArtStop will discuss Antonio Canova ArtStops are 15 minute, staff-led tours of one to three works on view. Museum curators and educators present these brief yet always enlightening and informative talks every Thursday and third Tuesday at noon.
Free after Museum admission.
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Jul 19 2012 |
ARTivities: Paper SculptureThursday, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art Enjoy art activities that relate to the art on view in the Museum's galleries and that coincide with the Museum's summer camp themes. Themes change weekly. Email for more information. Recommended for children ages 6-12. continue reading |
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Jul 20 2012 |
Members Only Exhibition PreviewThe Human Beast: German ExpressionismFriday, 12:00 pm - 9:00 pmMuseum Galleries Members get a free, early, exclusive preview of The Human Beast before the exhibition opens to the public. Not yet a member? Join online now to get free admission year-round, and that's just the beginning! continue reading |
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Jul 20 2012 |
ARTivities: Paper SculptureFriday, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art Enjoy art activities that relate to the art on view in the Museum's galleries and that coincide with the Museum's summer camp themes. Themes change weekly. Email for more information. Recommended for children ages 6-12. continue reading |
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Jul 20 2012 |
Summer Salon Series 2012: Beyond the BannerOmar Pimienta with John Pluecker, The Third PartyFriday, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pmMuseum Galleries 5:00-9:00 p.m. Giuseppe's Bar Service 5:00-9:00 p.m. Ad Sense, Tim Schwartz 6:00-7:00 p.m. Art-Making Activity: The Colored Lens 6:00-8:00 p.m. The Quilt Conversation 6:30 p.m. The Third Party, featuring Teddy Cruz 8:00 p.m. Reading by Omar Pimienta and John Pluecker |
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Jul 20 2012 |
Friend's Lecture and ReceptionThe Human BeastFriday, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pmJames S. Copley Auditorium Dr. John Marciari, Curator of European Art and Head of Provenance Research, will discuss the making of The Human Beast. Topics will include the recent Kondon-Giesberger bequest of 48 works of art that form the foundation for this exhibition, the Grant and Walbridge collections from which pieces are also on view, and a behind the scenes discussion of how the exhibition was pulled together. continue reading |
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Jul 21 2012 |
Screen on the Green: Ivanhoe (1952)Saturday, 8:00 pmGrab a picnic blanket and head over to the East Lawn, just adjacent to the Museum, at sundown for a film screening under the stars. continue reading |
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Jul 23 2012 |
ARTivities: Text in ArtMonday, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art Enjoy art activities that relate to the art on view in the Museum's galleries and that coincide with the Museum's summer camp themes. Themes change weekly. Email for more information. Recommended for children ages 6-12. continue reading |
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Jul 24 2012 |
ARTivities: Text in ArtTuesday, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art Enjoy art activities that relate to the art on view in the Museum's galleries and that coincide with the Museum's summer camp themes. Themes change weekly. Email for more information. Recommended for children ages 6-12. continue reading |
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Jul 26 2012 |
ArtStop: The BuddhaThursday, 12:00 pm - 12:15 pmMuseum Galleries Today's ArtStop will discuss The Buddha* ArtStops are 15 minute, staff-led tours of one to three works on view. Museum curators and educators present these brief yet always enlightening and informative talks every Thursday and third Tuesday at noon. Free after Museum admission. |
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Jul 26 2012 |
The Buddhist Art of BhutanThursday, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmMuseum Boardroom The small Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan is home to the most intact and vital Buddhist art tradition in the world. In this lecture, John Johnston, Coates-Cowden-Brown Curator of Asian Art at the San Antonio Museum of Art, will discuss the development of Buddhist art in Bhutan and will discuss the role Buddhist images play in monastic rituals. continue reading |
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Jul 26 2012 |
ARTivities: Text in ArtThursday, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art Enjoy art activities that relate to the art on view in the Museum's galleries and that coincide with the Museum's summer camp themes. Themes change weekly. Email for more information. Recommended for children ages 6-12. continue reading |
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Jul 27 2012 |
Summer Salon Series 2012: Beyond the Banner36 HOUR EVENT: The Yes Men, Katherine Brook, The Nervous Wreckords,Century of the Self, Stephanie Lie, The Third Party, Jacob Turnbloom, and much moreFriday, 10:00 am - Saturday, 5:00 pmMuseum Galleries July 27 10:00 a.m. Ad Sense, installation by Tim Schwartz11:00 a.m. Tour: Southeast African and Oceanic Art 12:00 p.m. - 12:00 p.m. Kinetic Drawing Machine, by Stephanie Lie (at the top of every hour for 24 hours) |
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Jul 27 2012 |
ARTivities: Text in ArtFriday, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art Enjoy art activities that relate to the art on view in the Museum's galleries and that coincide with the Museum's summer camp themes. Themes change weekly. Email for more information. Recommended for children ages 6-12. continue reading |
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Jul 28 2012 |
Screen on the Green: Beat the Devil (1953)Saturday, 8:00 pmOffsite, East Botanical Lawn Grab a picnic blanket and head over to the East Lawn, just adjacent to the Museum, at sundown for a film screening under the stars. In the second of three summer installments, Screen on the Green will feature Beat the Devil. continue reading |
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Jul 30 2012 |
Teen Summer Studio AFrom Press to Print: Exploring PrintmakingMonday, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art, Museum Art School In this studio, teens will discover exciting ways to produce original art in multiples by exploring a variety of printmaking techniques, from relief printing to screenprinting. Teen summer studios are week-long, half-day classes taught by visiting artists, art educators, and community members. This program is designed for students ages 13 through 19. continue reading |
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Jul 30 2012 |
Teen Summer Studio BTeen Portfolio DevelopmentMonday, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art, Museum Art School This studio will assist teens in the development of their entrance portfolio for submission to fine arts colleges while expanding foundational art making experience. Teen summer studios are week-long, half-day classes taught by visiting artists, art educators, and community members. This program is designed for students ages 13 through 19. continue reading |
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Jul 30 2012 |
ARTivities: Abstract PaintingMonday, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art Enjoy art activities that relate to the art on view in the Museum's galleries and that coincide with the Museum's summer camp themes. Themes change weekly. Email for more information. Recommended for children ages 6-12. continue reading |
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Jul 31 2012 |
Teen Summer Studio AFrom Press to Print: Exploring PrintmakingTuesday, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art, Museum Art School In this studio, teens will discover exciting ways to produce original art in multiples by exploring a variety of printmaking techniques, from relief printing to screenprinting. Teen summer studios are week-long, half-day classes taught by visiting artists, art educators, and community members. This program is designed for students ages 13 through 19. continue reading |
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Jul 31 2012 |
Teen Summer Studio BTeen Portfolio DevelopmentTuesday, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art, Museum Art School This studio will assist teens in the development of their entrance portfolio for submission to fine arts colleges while expanding foundational art making experience. Teen summer studios are week-long, half-day classes taught by visiting artists, art educators, and community members. This program is designed for students ages 13 through 19. continue reading |
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Jul 31 2012 |
ARTivities: Abstract PaintingTuesday, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art Enjoy art activities that relate to the art on view in the Museum's galleries and that coincide with the Museum's summer camp themes. Themes change weekly. Email for more information. Recommended for children ages 6-12. continue reading |


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