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May 2 2013 |
ArtStop: Auguste RodinThursday, 12:00 pm - 12:15 pmMuseum Galleries Alexander Jarman, Manager of Public Programs, discusses Auguste Rodin. 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. |
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May 3 2013 |
May MADnessMember Appreciation DaysFriday, 10:00 am - Sunday, 5:00 pmThe Museum Store  Are you a member? Members of participating Southern California instutions enjoy reciprocal admission and 20% off all purchases at The Musuem Store, May 3 - 5. continue reading |
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May 3 2013 |
Drawing in the GalleriesPerspective and Atmospheric ContrastsFriday, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pmMuseum Galleries  This informal drawing workshop gives adult and teen participants the opportunity to draw from objects in the collection while being guided by a trained drawing instructor. Workshop Topic: Architecture of the Museum |
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May 3 2013 |
First Friday Films: Raising Renee (2011)Friday, 7:00 pmJames S. Copley Auditorium  Film Cover: Raising Renee (2011) 7:00 p.m. Pre-film lecture | 8:00 p.m. Film The paintings of Beverly McIver often feature those closest to her, such as her mother or sister. The artist has said that her pictures of others are still self-portraits: "I use the faces of others who reflect my most inner being." One of McIver's works is included in Young Art 2013, and Raising Renee chronicles the artist's struggle with, and nourishment she receives from her family. continue reading |
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May 4 2013 |
Latin American ArtAn Eclectic View of Nationally Recognized ArtistsSaturday, 10:30 am - Sunday, 1:00 pmOffsite, 707 Broadway, 18th Floor, San Diego, CA 92101  Join the Latin American Arts Council for a viewing of a personal collection of artwork. The pieces were acquired from 1980-2008 and includes works from Mexico, Argentina, and many other countries. Sponsored by the Latin American Arts Council continue reading |
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May 5 2013 |
Family Drop-In DayExploring IdentitySunday, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmThe Studio Explore identity. Each Sunday in The Studio we'll explore a new art-making activity inspired by paintings, sculptures, and drawings on view at The Museum. Play with games, earn prizes from the Search and Find, and engage in family-friendly, docent-led tours. Recommended for families with children ages 6 - 12. Registration is not required, but space is limited. |
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May 6 2013 |
Coronado Library TourMonday, 10:30 am - 12:30 pmOffsite, Coronado Library Tour of the Coronado Library's art collection and private viewing of the Ramos Martinez murals. Sponsored by the East County Chapter. |
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May 9 2013 |
ArtStop: Piranesi, Rome, and the Arts of DesignThursday, 12:00 pm - 12:15 pmMuseum Galleries John Marciari, Ph.D., Curator of European Art and Head of Provenance Research, discusses Piranesi, Rome, and the Arts of Design. 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. |
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May 11 2013 |
Second Saturday Workshop: Narrative QuiltsInspired by Young Art 2013Saturday, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art 
Create a work of art from fabric that tells a story similar to the narrative works found in the Young Art 2013 exhibition. This three-hour workshop, led by local fiber artist, Jane LaFazio, will begin with a tour of the exhibition for inspiration. Following the tour, participants will learn how to use a variety of cloth materials and sewn on embellishments to tell a story, revive a memory, or create a symbolic self-portrait in the form of a miniature story quilt.
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May 12 2013 |
Family Drop-In DayExploring Identity: Painted Story QuiltSunday, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmThe Studio  Project example. Ethan Zhao, A Family Day at the Park, Grade K, Montessori Child Development Center. Make a personal painted story quilt using fabric and water-based color. Explore identity and create projects inspired by and relating to Young Art 2013 during May Family Drop-In Days. Create a project inspired by works on view, earn prizes during the Search and Find game, and engage in family-friendly, docent-led tours. May Family Drop-In Days |
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May 15 2013 |
Teen Art CaféYoung Art 2013: The Story of MeWednesday, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art  Create projects exploring themes of individual identity found in Young Art 2013: The Story of Me, an exhibition featuring artwork by more than 300 San Diego County students. Take inspiration from artwork created by fellow teen artists and design a non-traditional portrait, make a collage, or paper sculpture. continue reading |
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May 16 2013 |
ArtStop: The Sculpture CourtThursday, 12:00 pm - 12:15 pmMuseum Galleries and Sculpture Garden Ariel Plotek, Ph.D., Assistant Curator, discusses the Sculpture Court. 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. |
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May 16 2013 |
Axline LectureFeaturing Charles RayThursday, 7:00 pmOffsite, MCASD La Jolla  The San Diego Museum of Art and the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD) are pleased to present internationally renowned sculptor Charles Ray as the featured speaker for the 13th annual Axline Lecture at MCASD La Jolla. Ray’s work is currently on view at MCASD as part of Lifelike. continue reading |
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May 17 2013 |
Friday Morning Lecture & Tour SeriesThe More Things Change: Continuities in Modern ArtFriday, 10:00 amJames S. Copley Auditorium  Kathryn Kanjo, Chief Curator, Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, will consider how even the most innovative of contemporary forms can be understood and described through the visual language of art history. Looking at works in the Museum's Collection, Kanjo will apply formal description, analyze subject matter, and infer meaning to comprehend better the artist's intent. Sponsored by The San Diego Museum of Art Docent Council. continue reading |
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May 17 2013 |
Drawing in the GalleriesDeveloping the Picture PlaneFriday, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pmMuseum Galleries  Clover Clemans, Grade 12, San Diego School of Creative and Performing Arts. Self-Portrait. Mixed media. This informal drawing workshop gives adult and teen participants the opportunity to draw from objects in the collection while being guided by a trained drawing instructor. Gallery Visit: Young Art 2013 |
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May 19 2013 |
International Museum DayInternational Museum DaySunday, 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm Celebrating the importance of museums, International Museum Day is hosted worldwide by museums involved in the International Council of Museums and the Association of Art Museum Directors. To celebrate, the Museum will offer free admission, extended hours (from noon - 7:00 p.m.), and activities throughout the day including: continue reading |
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May 19 2013 |
International Museum Day: Docent ToursSunday, 12:00 pm - 6:00 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art The Museum will offer an extended program of docent tours in addition to a variety of activities in celebration of International Museum day. Tours in English and Spanish will be offered every half hour from noon through 6:00 p.m.* continue reading |
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May 19 2013 |
Family Drop-In DayExploring Identity: Portrait DrawingsSunday, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmThe Studio  Friedrich "Fritz" Werner, Portrait of man with white mustache, watercolor on paper, 1913 Learn how to draw a self-portrait with the assistance of a Museum Educator. Explore identity and create projects inspired by and relating to Young Art 2013 during May Family Drop-In Days. Create a project inspired by works on view, earn prizes during the Search and Find game, and engage in family-friendly, docent-led tours. May Family Drop-In Days |
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May 19 2013 |
Old Masters of Music and ArtBaroque Cello vs. Viola Da Gamba! A Natural Selection of Solo Music from the 17th-18th CenturiesSunday, 2:00 pmHibben Gallery  Whether new to the world of Historical Performance or a frequent visitor, you are invited to enjoy a brief yet varied look at the Baroque cello and viola da gamba as solo instruments. Heather Vorwerck (performer with Bach Collegium San Diego), with the assistance of keyboardist Ruben Valenzuela (Musical Director of BCSD), will perform solo and accompanied works for cello and viol by J.S. Bach, D. Gabrielli, Sainte-Colombe and Marais. Ms. continue reading |
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May 19 2013 |
Art in the AfternoonSunday, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pmOffsite, Private home in San Pasqual Valley This annual benefit will be held in the spectacular home of retired Ambassador Richard and Kay Matheron, Villa Tyto Alba, which was designed by acclaimed San Diego archited Norm Applebaum. Wine and appetizers will be served, along with a presentation by Norm Applebaum and Kay and Richard Matheron. All proceeds benefit the Education Department at the Museum. For more information and to make a reservation, please contact Dorothy Roll at 760.704.6436. Hosted by the North County Chapter. continue reading |
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May 19 2013 |
Young Art 2013 Tours by Student ArtistsSunday, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art  Nicolette Martinson, Grade 12, Westview High School. Brownie Batter. Acrylic on paper. Meet student artist's and learn more about the process and experience of participating in Young Art 2013: The Story of Me, the Museum's biennial student artwork exhibition. Featuring artwork by more than 300 student artists', these tours are led by students whose work is featured in the exhibition. continue reading |
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May 20 2013 |
Lecture: BeautyMonday, 9:30 amOffsite, St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Del Mar The Rev. Dr. Carolyn Owen-Towle, Minister Emerity of First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Diego, and daughter of Californian painter Millard Sheets, will speak on beauty. Sponsored by the North County Chapter. continue reading |
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May 21 2013 |
ArtStop: Peter HurdTuesday, 12:00 pm - 12:15 pmMuseum Galleries  Peter Hurd. Eve of Saint John, 1960. Tempera on board. Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Norton S. Walbridge, 1975.69. Lucy Eron, Museum Educator, discusses Peter Hurd. 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. |
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May 23 2013 |
ArtStop: Young Art 2013Thursday, 12:00 pm - 12:15 pmMuseum Galleries Amy Briere, Manager of Educator and Student Programs, discusses Young Art 2013. 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. |
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May 26 2013 |
Family Drop-In DayExploring Identity: The Map of MeSunday, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmThe Studio  Finley Bwy, Map of My Heart, Grade 4, Gillispie School Create a map that reveals a personal story with the guidance of a Museum Educator. Explore identity and create projects inspired by and relating to Young Art 2013 during May Family Drop-In Days. Create a project inspired by works on view, earn prizes during the Search and Find game, and engage in family-friendly, docent-led tours. |
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May 30 2013 |
ArtStop: Guillermo MezaThursday, 12:00 pm - 12:15 pmMuseum Galleries Amy Galpin, Ph.D., Associate Curator, Art of the Americas, discusses Guillermo Meza. 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. |
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May 30 2013 |
Lecture: Quiet Beauty: Japanese Gardens of North AmericaThursday, 1:00 pmJames S. Copley Auditorium, United States  Quiet Beauty: The Japanese Gardens of North American bu Kendall H. Brown Kendall Brown, Ph.D., will discuss the Japanese gardens of North America. Sponsored by the Asian Arts Council. continue reading |
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May 30 2013 |
Culture & Cocktails: PiranesiThursday, 6:00 pm - 10:00 pmThe San Diego Museum of Art  Grab a pair of 3-D glasses before heading into the 3-D photo lounge at the next Culture & Cocktails. Throughout the night you can take a 3-D or holographic photo, have your portrait etched by the etch-a-sketch man, and watch an acrobatic performance by Cristin Sandu. This night features interactive visual elements, Italian soda cocktails, and classic Italian bites all inspired by Piranesi, Rome, and the Arts of Design. continue reading |
