Hosted by: Lorraine Cote

Come paint the pier at the end of Pier View Way or the surrounding Oceanside beach shops and beaches. We will meet at the start of the pier at 2 and fan out from there. Free parking at the lot at the corner of Seagaze and S Cleveland drives or metered parking immediately adjacent to the pier. Public restrooms available.

FREE and open to all levels:

Whether you're a seasoned plein air painter or just starting your artistic journey, this event is for you! Beginners and experienced painters can find fresh inspiration in the urban and natural landscape.

How to Participate:

• Register for the event on the San Diego Plein Air Painters Meetup Group site: https://www.meetup.com/painter-86/
• Bring your painting supplies, easel, and canvases. Don't forget sunscreen and a hat for the California sun!

This is a non-instructional event. Paint to your heart's content and enjoy the dynamic surroundings.  

Become an Artist Alliance Member:

Join and learn more about Artist Alliance and the activities at Oceanside Museum of Art at: https://oma-online.org/membership/

Kick off your weekend with a bite-sized happy hour version of our renowned Studio Arts workshops.

Stencil Paintings

With a variety of stencils using layering of brilliant colors and expressive shapes, we will create rich mysterious images reminiscent of textiles.

All levels of experience are encouraged to participate. OMA provides food, drinks, and supplies; all you have to do is get yourself out of work, grab your friends, and have fun!

This exhibition will feature a dynamic, site-specific installation of "Tsikuris" or God's Eyes, sacred spiritual objects crafted from brightly colored yarn. Created over the course of workshops throughout February, the Tsikuri (meaning "the power to see and understand things unknown" in the Huichol language), are deeply significant symbols of protection and spiritual connection. Traditionally, these objects are woven by families to mark key moments in life, such as the growth of a child, with each additional color representing a year of life.