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SUMMARY:OceanLove Group Exhibition- Call To Artist
DESCRIPTION:Ocean Love Exhibition \nGALLERY 1 \nExhibition Dates: June 3-27\nReception: June 12\, 5-7pm  \nCall To ARTISTS!\nSubmission Deadline: May 16th\, 11:59pm PST\nSubmit up to six pieces\, with up to two pieces max accepted.\nTo submit click —>  submission page here \nThis year’s Ocean Love Exhibition will be truly one of a kind\, as we celebrate art\, community\, and our deep connection to the sea! \nEach year\, we proudly award a cash prize to the artist who creates the most inspiring Ocean Love artwork that touches the heart and symbolizes the love we hold\, especially here in California\, for our marine life and cherished beaches. \nThis year\, we are encouraging artists to feel inspired to include marine life as part of their creative expression for the Ocean Love Exhibition\, honoring the beauty\, spirit\, and energy of our oceans.
URL:https://eastcountyart.org/event/oceanlove-call-to-artist/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:All Events,Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:Taste of Life: Strawberries - Vira Ustianska
DESCRIPTION:Taste of Life: Strawberries \nOil Painting Workshop with Vira Ustianska\n\nLocation: East County Art Association\n124 E Main Street\, El Cajon\, CA 92020\nDate: May 27\n Time: 4–7 PM\n\nJoin artist Vira Ustianska for a warm and expressive 3-hour oil painting workshop inspired by the beauty of fresh strawberries and the rich traditions of European oil painting.\nTogether we will explore:\nthe many shades of red through complementary colors\,\nwarm and cool color relationships\,\ncomposition and focal points\,\nand how to guide the viewer’s eye with texture\, light\, and detail.\nStep by step\, you will create a delicious painterly miniature while working with professional Rembrandt oil colors.\n\nWhat makes this workshop special?\nStep-by-step instruction\nAll levels welcome\nSmall group atmosphere\nProfessional quality materials\nA chance to experience the elegance of traditional European oil painting techniques\nWhether you are a beginner or an experienced painter\, this workshop is designed to help you loosen up\, observe color more deeply\, and enjoy the beauty of expressive oil painting.\nLimited spots available
URL:https://eastcountyart.org/event/taste-of-life-strawberries-vira-ustianska/
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SUMMARY:AbandonmenTISSUES WORKSHOP- Alvaro Alvarez
DESCRIPTION:Discover how discarded materials can be reimagined into powerful\, thought-provoking art.\nDuring this intimate\, hands on session with Alvaro\, you will watch a live demo and collaborate on a unique piece that reflects creativity\, sustainability\, and community. \nJoin us at East County Art Association on May 16 from 10 AM to 12 PM and stay for a special closing reception immediately following from 1 to 3 PM to celebrate the work and connect with fellow creatives. \n\n\nWATCH more about the ARTIST’s process here- click: Series: AbandonmenTissues — Architectural Artist Alvaro Alvarez \n\nABOUT THE EXHIBITION: \nAbandonmenTissues reclaims creativity as a tool for action against the challenges of our time: ranging from environmental ones to even the most intimate inner battles. The grand opening event kicks off a months-long exhibition\, and includes special activations designed to reinforce Alvaro’s artistic thesis: difficulties can have unlimited potential as well – demonstrating how creativity can flourish even in adversity\, motivating viewers to imagine new possibilities. \nWith this exhibition\, Alvaro invites us to rethink abandonment: what have we left behind? Our sense of responsibility\, our capacity to create\, our connection to the environment\, our connection to ourselves? AbandonmenTissues responds enthusiastically with a clear proposal: challenges are also raw goods for rebuilding.
URL:https://eastcountyart.org/event/abandonmentissues-workshop-alvaro-alvarez/
LOCATION:East County Art Gallery\, 124 E. Main Street\, El Cajon\, CA\, 92020\, United States
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SUMMARY:Canvas and Thread Exhibition- Gallery 1
DESCRIPTION:CANVAS & THREAD EXHIBITION\nExhibition dates: May 6- May 30th \nRECEPTION: May 8\, 5-7PM \n\nA Joint Exhibition by Darryl and Shiloh Swanson  \nExperience the harmonious blend of sea and stitch in Canvas and Thread\, a captivating joint exhibition celebrating the artistry of a husband-and-wife creative duo. \nDarryl is one of San Diego County’s premier artists that specialize in ocean waves and coastlines. He has spent his career dedicated to capturing the powerful beauty and ever-changing moods of California’s southern coastline. His luminous wave paintings bring the Pacific shores to life\, from the crashing surfs at La Jolla and Sunset Cliffs to the serene tides along our local beaches\, with masterful light\, motion\, and an unmistakable sense of place that only a true coastal observer can convey. \nAlongside his work\, his wife\, Shiloh presents her exquisite textile art and quilts\, created to continue the long legacy of women for generations. Her pieces range from striking art quilts designed to hang as wall statements to luxurious\, large-scale bed quilts and one-of-a-kind quilt coats. Each quilt is a heirloom in the making\, rich in color\, texture\, and meaning; carefully crafted to become historically precious family treasures passed down through generations\, carrying stories of love\, tradition\, and craftsmanship. \nTogether\, Canvas and Thread invites viewers to explore the elegant interplay between fluid paint on canvas and the intricate dance of needle and fabric. It is a celebration of complementary mediums\, shared passion\, and the enduring legacy of art in the home and heart. \nWhether you’re drawn to the rhythmic energy of the ocean or the comforting warmth of handmade textiles\, this exhibition offers something deeply personal and visually stunning for every art lover. \nLocation:\nEast County Art Association Gallery 1\n124 East Main Street\, El Cajon
URL:https://eastcountyart.org/event/darryl-shilo-swanson-exibition/
LOCATION:East County Art Gallery\, 124 E. Main Street\, El Cajon\, CA\, 92020\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Magic of Oil Painting
DESCRIPTION:The Magic Of Oil Painting\nDate: April 29 2026\nTime: 4-7PM \nThis workshop introduces the fundamentals of oil painting\, focusing on color mixing\, composition\, and expressive brushwork. Participants will learn how to create a unique and harmonious painting step by step\, working with light\, color\, and texture. The class is designed to be both educational and inspiring\, allowing students to explore their creativity in a relaxed and supportive environment. \nTarget Audience (Age group/Experience level):  Adults and beginners\, as well as intermediate artists who would like to improve their oil painting skills. Ages 12+. \nAll materials are included: canvas\, oil paints\, brushes\, palette knives\, easels\, and solvents. Additional materials such as paper\, pencils\, erasers\, and still life setups (flowers\, fruits\, etc.) will also be provided. Easels\, palettes\, gloves\, aprons\, and basic color theory handouts are included. \nThe goal of this workshop is to help participants feel confident working with oil paints and to enjoy the creative process. By the end of the session\, each student will complete their own painting and gain a better understanding of color\, composition\, and brushwork techniques. \nOver a decade of experience teaching painting\, drawing\, composition\, and color theory through private lessons\, workshops\, and mentorship programs. \nABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR- Vira Ustianska \nVira Ustianska holds a Master’s degree in Fine Arts and has over 17 years of formal art education. She was trained in the Eastern European academic painting tradition at one of the top art academies in Ukraine\, where her artwork was highly recognized by the faculty and leading professors. She has been teaching since 2013\, offering private lessons\, workshops\, art coaching\, and mentorship programs. \nCurrently\, she develops mentorship programs for intermediate and advanced artists and prepares students for admission to art schools. Since 2026\, she has been offering thematic workshops focused on composition\, color\, and oil painting techniques. In San Diego\, she actively participates in sketching and portrait sessions at SDSU and Liberty Station. \nHer artistic mission is to build a bridge between contemporary Ukrainian impressionism—rooted in tonalism and European movements such as Impressionism\, Expressionism\, Abstraction\, and Fauvism—and California Impressionism. She is considered one of the leading impressionist painters in San Diego. \nwww.viraustianska.com | @viraustianska
URL:https://eastcountyart.org/event/the-magic-of-oil-painting/
LOCATION:East County Art Gallery\, 124 E. Main Street\, El Cajon\, CA\, 92020\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gallery 1- Viva Art Members ONLY Exhibition!
DESCRIPTION:Viva Art Exhibition: Cash Prizes and a Celebration of Self-Expression! \nReception Friday April 10 from 5PM – 7PM \nThis time\, we’re upping the stakes with cash prizes to recognize and reward the incredible talent within our community. Here’s what’s up for grabs: \nFirst Prize: $500\nSecond Prize: $300\nThird Prize: $200\nPeople’s Choice Award: $300 \nA perfect opportunity for art lovers to add something truly special to their collection. Join us !!! \nSupport local artists. Collect beautiful works of art. Experience VIVA ART. \n 
URL:https://eastcountyart.org/event/viva-art-group-exhibition-call-to-artists/
LOCATION:East County Art Gallery\, 124 E. Main Street\, El Cajon\, CA\, 92020\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Exhibitions
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