Dia de ios Muertos in Encinitas - OCT 27, 12-4pm

Come join us with music, dance, facepainting, an ofrenda, photo opportunities, art, flower making, food trucks, raffles and vendors.

Entrance is FREE!

Presented by the Encinitas Friends of the Arts & the City of Encinitas.

Come and enjoy!

Vendor booths are still open, contact Naimeh Woodward at friendsofthearts1@gmail.com for information.

Call to Artists: Local Art Walks SD County

Solana Beach Art Walk July 28 - 29, 2018 Spaces are still available at Solana Beach Art Walk. If you have not already applied, there are just a few space left ------------------------------------------------ . Join us for "Coronado Art Walk" on October 20 - 21, 2018 at Coronado Ferry Landing, San Diego,, California. Applications are available at WestCoastArtists.com or Zapplication. -----------------------------------------------

CALL TO ART ALLIANCE ARTISTS. BOTANICA: Artist Alliance at SD Botanic Garden

Oceanside Museum of ArtBOTANICA: Artist Alliance at SD Botanic Garden

On View: September 30, 2018 to November 1, 2018

This is a call to artists who are members of Oceanside Museum of Art Artist Alliance: You are invited to submit any number of entries for consideration in this juried art exhibition presented by Oceanside Museum of Art (OMA) that will take place at the San Diego Botanic Garden in Encinitas, CA.

Theme: All things related to Botanicals. Consider artwork with landscapes, trees, leaves, flowers, desertscapes, underwater plants, any and all types of foliage, or any subject matter including the above.

Juror: Naomi Nussbaum (see the juror’s bio at the end of the Detailed Guidelines for Entry)

Artists who are not a member of the OMA Artist Alliance but are interested in participating in this exhibition must submit their membership application for Oceanside Museum of Art with the Artist Alliance add-on before submitting artwork for consideration. Details on how to join can be found in this prospectus. (See Item # 3 under Detailed Guidelines for Entry.)

Thank you for being a part of OMA! Your submission fees and membership dues go to supporting the museum’s exhibitions and educational programming. If you have any questions about participation in this exhibition, please email exhibition coordinator Kay Colvin at kay@oma-online.org.

Before contacting us, please carefully read the full prospectus, which may answer your questions.

SUMMARY
Exhibition Location: Ecke Building gallery, San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas, CA 92024.


Eligibility: 

Must be current Oceanside Museum of Art member with the Artist Alliance add-on..

Submission Fees: $20 for the first entry, $10 for additional entries
Artwork details:
Original two-dimensional work, no larger than 50” high x 50” wide INCLUDING FRAME.
Original wall hanging three-dimensional work, no larger than 50” tall x 50” wide x 4” deep INCLUDING FRAME. Artwork must be wall mounted and ADA compliant, i.e. protruding no more than 4” from the wall.
Artwork may be in any media or style and must be appropriate for all ages.
Submissions: All submissions will be processed through onlinejuriedshows.com
A maximum of two (2) artworks per artist may be selected by the juror.

TIMELINE:
Submissions open: June 4, 2018
Submissions close: August 6, 2018, 11:59pm Pacific Standard Time (PST)
Final acceptances announced: On or before August 23, 2018
Artwork drop-off at SD Botanic Garden: Saturday, September 29, 2018, 10:00am and 12:00pm
Exhibition on view: September 30, 2018–November 1, 2018
Reception: Sunday, October 14, 1:00 – 3:00pm
Artwork pick-up from SD Botanic Garden: November 2, 2018, 10:00am – 2:00p

GUIDELINES:
You are encouraged to submit a variety of sizes. There are many spaces for smaller pieces.
If you are unsure of the external dimensions of your submissions, please measure for the sake of accuracy. If artwork arrives at the gallery larger than submitted dimensions, it may be rejected and returned at artist’s expense.
Artwork must be appropriate for all ages. Tasteful nudity is allowed.
Artwork requiring special or unusual lighting, electricity, or methods of installation cannot be accommodated.
If the artwork is unframed, edges must be finished, gallery wrapped, or painted out.

D Rings must be installed on the back at precisely equal distances from the top. Please no wires.
Selected artwork must be delivered to SD Botanic Garden’s Ecke Building gallery Saturday, September 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm. If there is a conflict please contact Kay Colvin at kay@oma-online.org to assist with special arrangements.

DETAILED GUIDELINES FOR ENTRY
1. ENTRY DEADLINE: 11:59 PM Pacific Standard Time (PST), August 6, 2018.

2. EXHIBITION: Artworks will be selected by juror Naomi Nussbaum to be exhibited September 30, 2018,through November 1, 2018 in the Ecke Building Gallery at San Diego Botanic Garden, located at 230 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas, CA.
3. ELIGIBILITY: To submit artwork for consideration in this exhibition, you must be a current member of Oceanside Museum of Art with the Artist Alliance add-on. Artists who are not a member of the museum and Artist Alliance but are interested in participating in this exhibition must submit their membership application before submitting artwork through Online Juried Shows. To join OMA Artist Alliance:

Visit oma-online.org/membership – chose any level of membership, and then add Artist Alliance

· Visit Oceanside Museum of Art at 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside CA

· Or call the OMA membership center at (760) 435-3724

4. ONLINE ENTRY PROCESS: Entries will be accepted exclusively through onlinejuriedshows.com. When entering for the first time, follow the instructions for opening an account and creating a password. Record your password for reuse in all future entries with onlinejuriedshows.com. Scroll down to locate the exhibition “BOTANICA by Artist Alliance at SD Botanic Garden” and follow the directions for entry. When filling out your artwork information for this show, please be sure all information and spelling is correct. All information entered by the artist will be used “as is” throughout the entire exhibition. Entry form must be completely and accurately filled out providing all requested information regarding the artwork and the artist. No changes can be made after the entry deadline, 11:59 PM Pacific Standard Time (PST), August 6, 2018.

EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS OF THE ARTWORK ARE CRITICAL. If you are unsure of the actual dimensions of your submissions, please measure for the sake of accuracy. If artwork arrives at the gallery larger than submitted dimensions, it may be rejected.

For further instructions on how to enter through Online Juried Shows, please visit the guide on this link: http://onlinejuriedshows.com/HowtoEnter.aspx

CALL TO ARTISTS for Moonlight Beach Bash, September 29, 2-5pm

PROSPECTUS:

Vendors/Artists, we are seeking 2-dimensional and 3–dimensional works in any media for the Moonlight Beach Bash on September 29, 2018. A Selection Committee will review all submissions with consideration of multiple mediums viewed to show a variety of works. Space is limited. No glass products on the beach, please.

To apply, email cehlers@encinitasca.gov for Application.

Requirements:

• Please submit via email for review, 4 images of your works to be sold
• Vendor must submit an active Sellers Permit #.
• After acceptance, you will be notified and Vendor’s fee of $30.00 is required tin      advance to secure your Vendor space. No refunds.
• Vendor must sign a Hold Harmless Waiver.
• Vendor assignment location is right off the sidewalk, 6" onto the sand.

• No commission to City of Encinitas. 
• Vendor must have their own 10X10 booth setup, table and chairs.
• Parking will be provided for Vendor.

Deadline to submit August 29, 2018 

Sponsored by the City of Encinitas Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts

Tena Navarette - Exhibit Reception, June 19th at Encinitas Library

Just scheduled, Tena Navarette's new exhibit reception.  

Take a peek on Tuesday, June 19th, 6;30 - 7:30pm, at the Encinitas Library Gallery, 540 Cornish Drive, Encinitas 92024.

Tena Navarette, Inside Out
Mixed Media Exhbit runs through June 25, 2018.

Her artwork uses mixed media to tell a personal story using varied materials that develop into images that take on their own forms. The shapes develop, grow and are constantly changing, adding paint and layers of texture to build on what is hiding underneath. Encinitas Library Gallery, 540 Cornish Drive. 760-753-7376. www.tenart.com.

Sponsored by the Encinitas Civic Arts Program.  http://ci.encinitas.ca.us/VisualArt

Apply for the upcoming Arts Program located in three galleries.  Instruction online or contact Cheryl Ehlers at cehlers@encinitasca.gov.

OMA - Art Alliance 2018 Events and Opportunities

Artist Alliance 2018 Events And Opportunities Dear Artist Alliance members, I am very excited to share these upcoming activities geared toward professional artists. Thank you so much for being a member. If you have any questions about Artist Alliance or the museum in general, visit the OMA website or email me. I wish you a productive and creative spring and summer, Katie Sanderson, exhibitions manager & registrar EXHIBITION OPPORTUNITIES San Diego Botanic Garden In Encinitas: Botanica By Artist Alliance Submissions Accepted: June 4–August 6, 2018 On View: September 30–November 1, 2018 Reception: October 14, 2018, 1:00–3:00pm  Art On 30th In North Park San Diego Submissions Accepted: September 7–November 5, 2018 On View: January 8–February 8, 2019 Reception: January 12, 2019, 6:00–8:00pm  Sparks Gallery In Downtown San Diego Submissions Accepted: December 21, 2018–February 18, 2019 On View: Late April–Late July, 2019 Reception: Late April, 2019 (Dates TBD in early 2019) PROFESSIONAL ARTIST LECTURES Lecture: Make A Living Selling Art Thursday, May 24 6:00–7:30pm Artist Alliance $5, members $10, visitors $15 Guest lecturers Catherine Newhart and Janet Lee will explore how to effectively use various revenue streams, primarily focusing on commissions. Lecture: Art Handling And Transportation Thursday, June 28 6:00–7:30pm Artist Alliance $5, members $10, visitors $15 Guest lecturer and professional preparator Drei Keil will demonstrate how to properly prepare your artwork for display in a gallery, and how to wrap your artwork to keep it safe during transportation. QUARTERLY CRITIQUES Artist Alliance Quarterlies Tuesdays, May 15, August 21, and November 13 6:30–9:00pm free for Artist Alliance members Artist Alliance members participate in sharing and critique sessions promoting professional development. Not a member? No problem, join now or at the event! COFFEE AND CONVERSATION Coffee And Conversation First Sunday of Every Month 12:00–2:00pm free Socialize with fellow artists, enjoy drinks and snacks, learn more about the community, and explore exhibitions at OMA. LIFE DRAWING Life Drawing Second Wednesday Every Month* 11:00am–2:00pm Artist Alliance members $12, visitors $15 Artists will work from a combination of 5 to 40 minute poses during this non-instructed session. Live model, table, and chairs are provided. Artists to bring their own drawing materials. *Summer dates differ, check OMA website calendar. MUSEUM HOURS: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday 11:00am–5:00pm Thursday and Friday 11:00am–8:00pm OPEN LATE! Sunday 12:00–5:00pm Closing early at 4:00pm on July 28 for The Museum Ball Oceanside Museum Of Art | (760) 435-3721 | www.oma-online.org STAY CONNECTED: #ArtAtOMA  ‌  ‌  ‌

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