Discover how these two great 20th century Surrealists inspired each other and even collaborated on projects. Enjoy drinks and appetizers with instructor Robin Douglas and explore the mix of reality and imagination from these two geniuses as you create your own paintings and drawings. A variety of supplies will be provided.
Taste Of Art: Surrealism Of Dali And Disney
Taste Of Art: Cubism Of Braque And Picasso
“I paint what the brain knows not what the eye sees.” These words by Pablo Picasso will inspire this workshop. Make the 3-D world look even deeper on a 2-D canvas or paper with the tricks and techniques of the Cubists. Join us for drinks and appetizers and a hands-on art experience with instructor Robin Douglas. Your geometric imagery will pop up and pop out in the paintings produced. All supplies provided. Online registration is closed. Please call (760) 435-3721 for availability.
Taste Of Art: Assemblage And Collage
Robert Rauschenberg used his artistic genius to creatively combine multiple images into a single cohesive work. Processes such as frottage, collage, assemblage, and printmaking will be taught and demonstrated by Robin Douglas so that each participant has the opportunity to create and take home their own contemporary masterpiece. All supplies provided including drinks and appetizers. Online registration is closed. Please call (760) 435-3721 for availability.
Taste Of Art: Basquiat Graffiti, Graphics, And Grit
Robin Douglas will lead a project inspired by Basquiat’s Neo-Expressionist urban art. Participants will incorporate diverse images and text to create artworks reflecting their own inner beliefs and truths. All supplies provided, including snacks and wine. Online registration is closed. Please call (760) 435-3721 for availability and to register.
New Member Reception And Exhibition Tour
New and longtime members will get to know one another, learn about volunteer opportunities, and enjoy a private docent tour of current exhibitions. This members-only event is free to attend. Not a member? No problem, join now or at the event!
Music At The Museum With Shay And The Hustle
Bring your dancing shoes for a night of original and classic high energy soul and R&B as part of Art Walk. The concert and museum admission are free with donations graciously accepted. Reserved premium tables for four can be purchased ahead of time for $50 online below or by calling (760) 435-3721. Beer and wine are available by the glass at $5 each or three for $10. Premium wine (rated 90 points plus) is available by the glass at $10 or $35 per bottle. Food will be available for purchase. Premium reserved tables are sold out but there is still plenty of room to dance!
The RexRode Productions Music at the Museum series is supported by the Betty Scalice Foundation (Coastal Community Foundation). The mission of the Coastal Community Foundation is to enhance the quality of life in the San Diego North Coastal area by directing philanthropic efforts toward community needs.
Two-Day Workshop: Dreamscapes
What does a person’s inner landscape look like—a mountain, ocean, skyline? During this imaginative workshop, Robin Douglas will encourage participants to explore their inner geography by creating a 2- or 3-D fantasy landscape, moonscape, or dreamscape using mixed media. In addition to unique and abundant studio supplies, participants can also bring their own materials.
Two-Day Workshop: Freeform Ceramics
Using slab, coil, stamping, embellishments, and molds, Robin Douglas will explore the unique sculptural qualities of clay. All materials supplied for participants to experiment with a variety of hand building techniques and create a freeform three-dimensional object. An additional fee applies to fire and glaze the pieces. Online registration is closed. Please call (760) 435-3721 to confirm availability and register.
Workshop: Expressionism Drawing And Painting
Robin Douglas will dive into the world of Neo-Expressionism by experimenting with organic imagery in large-scale drawings and paintings. During this highly emotive workshop, participants learn a variety of expressionist techniques and get a chance to create compositions using thick layers of paint, intense colors, and energetic applications of materials. Online registration is closed. Call (760) 435-3721 for availability.