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SUMMARY:TEDx Student Gallery
DESCRIPTION:TEDx Student Gallery Submission\n“Crossing Paths Gallery” Student Exhibition curated by The East County Art Association\nTheme: “Bridges: Linking Ideas\, Building Unity”\nEvent Date: May 30\, 2026 \nIDEAS AROUND THE THEME FOR INSPIRATION:\nBridges: Linking Ideas\, Building Unity \n\nA symbol to connect entities\nCreated by working together: teamwork can symbolically\nbe represented by a bridge\nA bridge can be the connection itself between different cultures\, different thoughts\, differences\nCreates Unity\, Understanding\, Sharing of Characteristics\nBridges can be a symbol of balance\nA bridge made out of positive words\, like “kindness\, respect\, courage\, understanding” connecting two groups of people.\nCultural Bridge: Sharing cultural traditions and daily rituals with each other to create a better understanding and respect for each other\nAbstract Bridges made of geometric shapes\nConceptual bridges connecting technology and humanity\nSplit composition artwork showing contrast and connection\n\nStudents ages 5–18 (K–12) are invited to submit original artwork inspired by the theme “Bridges: Linking Ideas\, Building Unity.” Consider how bridges connect people\, cultures\, communities\, and ideas. \nELIGIBILITY\nOpen to students ages 5–18(K-12) \nARTWORK SPECIFICATIONS\n• Size must be exactly 8 x 10 inches.\n• Artwork must be created on paper only.\n• Artwork must be ready to display.\n• Do not frame the artwork. \nACCEPTED MEDIA\nGraphite pencil\, colored pencil\, watercolor\, crayons (including oil pastel)\, soft pastel\, gouache\, tempera\, ink\, pen\, acrylic.\nIf using oil paint or acrylic\, students must use oil painting paper or acrylic paper designed for those materials. \nCREATIVE WEDNESDAYS\nDuring Creative Wednesdays\, students are encouraged to join members and the public with their projects to jump start their creative ideas\, receive feedback\, and share inspiration or to receive assistance with matboard and final presentation before submission is due.\nWednesdays\, 3:00–7:00 PM at:  East County Art Association Gallery \n  \nSTUDENT INFORMATION (Attach to back of artwork)\nStudent Name: ______________________________\nGrade: ______________________________\nSchool: ______________________________ \nIMPORTANT DATES  \nDelivery Begins: March 18\, 3-7pm\nSubmission Deadline: May 13th\, 3-7pm\n\nStudents and Parents can submit artwork directly to teacher or to The East County Art Association Gallery.\nTeachers are welcome to submit work for their entire class.\nUpon artwork submission\, artwork release forms will be provided for parents to release artwork for curation\nto the East County Art Association and to the school. Artwork release forms are available at both locations for submission.\nStudent artwork release form MUST be signed to participate in student exhibition. \n* Artwork will be prepared for display with a white matboard by school after submission \nDELIVERY TO GALLERY\nLOCATION & HOURS:\nAll artwork must be delivered during the following business hours:\nWednesdays: 3-7pm\, Thursday to Saturday 10 – 3 PM \nEast County Art Association Gallery\n124 East Main Street\nEl Cajon\, CA 92020 \nAll artwork must be original and reflect the theme. No AI artwork permitted.
URL:https://eastcountyart.org/event/tedx-student-gallery/
LOCATION:CA
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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
CATEGORIES:All Events,Workshops
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T120000
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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
CATEGORIES:All Events,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Colored Pencil Realism Workshop- All Skill Levels
DESCRIPTION:Colored Pencil Realism Workshop- Instructor: Ron Spagnola\n\nMay 23\, 10am-2pm\nJoin instructor Ron for an immersive four-hour workshop designed to strengthen your colored pencil skills and bring your drawings to life. This class focuses on the essential techniques of transferring an image onto drawing paper\, along with an in-depth exploration of color blending and thoughtful color combinations. Participants will work toward completing a full drawing while developing a strong foundation in realism. \nRon will guide you through blending methods and color layering techniques to achieve bright\, rich\, and vibrant results using colored pencil. Whether you’re refining your approach or exploring realism for the first time\, this workshop offers a supportive and engaging environment to grow your skills. \nThe class is open to participants ages 15 and up and welcomes all skill levels. While prior experience in sketching\, shading\, and color mixing is helpful\, it is not required. \nThe workshop runs from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM and includes several breaks\, giving you time to relax and enjoy coffee or tea at the in-house café\, Diver’s Cup. \nRecommended Materials to Bring: \n\nColored pencil set\nBlending pens\nEraser\nArtist drawing paper pad\nSmall cloth\nSketching pencil\nRuler\n\nCome ready to learn\, experiment\, and create a finished piece in a focused yet relaxed studio setting at the East County Art Association!
URL:https://eastcountyart.org/event/colored-pencil-realism-workshop-all-skill-levels/
LOCATION:East County Art Gallery\, 124 E. Main Street\, El Cajon\, CA\, 92020\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260526T173000
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SUMMARY:Brush & Brew workshop 2
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a truly inspiring evening of creativity with our Paint & Sip Series BRUSH & BREW\, guided hand-in-hand by talented fine artist Kim Hannan https://www.kimhannanfineart.com/ \nThis immersive experience will walk you step-by-step through the art of painting\, where you’ll explore color coordination techniques and even experiment with something unique using coffee as an additional painting medium. \nNo experience needed just come ready to create. You’ll be amazed at what you can achieve! \nWhat’s included:\n• All art supplies• Step-by-step instruction• A relaxing\, supportive environment• Access to our latest handcrafted coffee selections \nHosted inside The Diver’s Cup\, https://thediverscup.com/ surrounded by beautiful artwork\, this is your chance to unwind\, connect\, and express yourself in a peaceful\, creative atmosphere. \n🗓 Tuesday\, May 26 from 5:30 to 7:30 Come enjoy a relaxing\, inspiring evening filled with art\, coffee\, and community. \nReserve your seat today !
URL:https://eastcountyart.org/event/brush-brew-workshop-2/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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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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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T130000
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SUMMARY:OceanLove Seascape Minis Workshop with Kathie Bishop
DESCRIPTION:Multi-Media Seascapes on Mini-Canvas\n\nCelebrate your love of the ocean with fun to create seaside scenes using acrylics\, seashells and sand with instructor\, Kathie Bishop\, at the East County Art Association this June 20th\, 10am-1pm!\nKathie will use a portable projector\, to make each step easy to follow. This workshop will focus on an appreciation of our oceans and marine life\, as well as promote the artists exhibiting during ECAA Ocean Love show. Mini easels are included. \nArt Mediums: Liquid Acrylics\, mini-easels and natural found objects from the\nbeach\, including sand\, seashells\, seaweed\, etc. \nThis workshop is for adults of any skill level. Great for first-time beginners. \nPROPOSED SCHEDULE\nSaturday Workshop – 2 hours – 10:00am – 1:00pm\no 10-10:30 am – Intro & instruction demo\no 10:30-11:30 am – Paint mini-canvas\no 11:30-11:45 – 15 minute coffee break\no 11:45-12:45pm – Continue painting\no 12:45 – 1:00pm – Spray canvases (outdoors) with Krylon Acrylic Matte\nFinish to seal found objects to canvas. \nWORKSHOP DATE: Saturday June 20\, 2026 – 10am – 1:00pm \nAll materials supplied by the instructor.\nLiquid acrylic paints\, brushes\, mixing palettes\, 4”x 4” canvases\, Mod-Podge for\ncreating textures & for adhering objects to canvas\, Krylon acrylic sealing spray.\n**Nature Journal Kit provided to new participants who have not received one in a\nprevious workshop.\nAdditional supplies provided by the artist/instructor:\n** Raffle Item: Royal Langnickle Acrylic Travel Set **\nMaterials Needed by Participants (If applicable): (e.g.\, pencils\, sketchbook\,\netc.) \nInstagram: kathiebishop1956\nFacebook: facebook.com/kathie.langston\nWebsite: kathiebishopart.com \nWorkshop Goal:\nParticipants take with them curiosity and wonder of our oceans and marine life and to inspire stewardship and conservation through the art\nexpression. In addition\, Kathie hopes to inspire creative skills in beginners who might otherwise not consider themselves artists. \nSIGN UP NOW! \n  \n 
URL:https://eastcountyart.org/event/oceanlove-seascape-minis-workshop-with-kathie-bishop/
LOCATION:East County Art Gallery\, 124 E. Main Street\, El Cajon\, CA\, 92020\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260701T100000
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SUMMARY:AbandonmenTissues Exhibition Gallery 1
DESCRIPTION:Exhibition Reception – July 10 from 5 to 8PM.AbandonmenTissues by Alvaro Alvarez \nThe East County Art Association is proud to present the Opening Reception of AbandonmenTissues on July 10\, a powerful exhibition by artist and architectural designer Alvaro Alvarez in ECAA  Gallery 1. \nAt the heart of this exhibition is Alvarez’s creative process of recycling and transformation. Through his work\, objects often perceived as discarded or worthless are reimagined into compelling works of art. Materials once considered trash are carefully reassembled and transformed\, revealing unexpected beauty and meaning. \nFor Alvarez\, this process carries a powerful message: problems are also opportunities. By reclaiming abandoned materials\, the artist demonstrates how challenges whether environmental or personal can become the foundation for creativity\, reflection\, and renewal. \nRather than passing judgment or pointing fingers\, AbandonmenTissues seeks to inspire action through creativity. Just as Alvarez discovered in recycling a personal way to respond to environmental concerns\, each visitor is invited to reflect on their own worries and challenges\, and imagine how they too might transform them into something meaningful. \nAlvarez’s practice is also deeply connected to ocean and environmental conservation\, using recycled materials as a way to highlight the importance of reducing waste and protecting our natural ecosystems. Through this artistic approach\, the exhibition connects creative expression with environmental awareness\, encouraging viewers to rethink the relationship between consumption\, waste\, and the health of our planet. \nThe Grand Opening Reception on July 10 launches a months-long exhibition and will feature special activations designed to reinforce the artist’s central thesis: difficulties hold unlimited potential. Through art\, dialogue\, and immersive experiences\, visitors will witness how creativity can flourish even in adversity\, motivating us to imagine new possibilities for ourselves\, our communities\, and the environment. \nAbandonmenTissues ultimately reclaims creativity as a tool for action\, addressing the challenges of our time from environmental concerns to the most intimate inner battles and inviting audiences to see transformation not only in art\, but in life itself. \nAbout  Alvaro Alvarez- Alvaro  holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Cornell University (Ithaca\, New York) and a Certification in World Art History from the Smithsonian Institution in Washington\, D.C. His interdisciplinary practice blends art\, architecture\, and social reflection\, creating immersive works that encourage dialogue and new perspectives. \nIs a Free event ! for more information Contact  Linda Baltodano President ECAA  (619)499-7758
URL:https://eastcountyart.org/event/abandonmentissues-exhibition-gallery-1/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:Appetite-Kaitlyn Fusco Solo Exhibition Gallery 1
DESCRIPTION:Appetite- Solo Exhibition by Kaitlyn Fusco\n\n\nExhibition Dates: August 1-August 29th\, 2026\nReception: August 8th\, 2026 \nThe East County Art Association is thrilled to announce Appetite\, a solo exhibition of food fine art paintings by Kaitlyn Fusco this August in Gallery 1. Her work highlights the concept of vision becoming our final source of satisfaction\, when smell fails and taste becomes uncertain. Through paintings of food and drink\, this exhibition explores how perception shapes hunger. Without smell or taste\, the viewer is left with only sight.  \nCan an image alone make you crave what you cannot taste? As they\, say the eye eats too.  \nWe cordially invite you to an extraordinary ordinary evening of delight! Live music\, light refreshments- especially created for this exhibition\, and tasteful art- a visual feast! Join us for a truly special experience and meet the artist behind the vibrant\, and bold colored paintings\, Kaitlyn Fusco. \nReception: August 8th\, 2026\nTime: 5-8pm \nLocation: \nEast County Art Association Gallery\n124 East Main Street\nEl Cajon\, 92020 \n 
URL:https://eastcountyart.org/event/kaitlyn-fusco-solo-exhibition/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:All Events,Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:!NKED GROUP EXHIBITION ||  ARTIST CALL
DESCRIPTION:The East County Art Association invites you to join us for our inaugural\n!NKED Exhibition during the month of October!\nEXHIBITION DATES: October 1-31st 2026 \nSUBMISSIONS OPEN IN JULY \n \nIn the Spirit of INKtober\, this exhibition revolves all about art inspired by black and white line work in inks\, graphite\, ball-point pen\, marker\, and other tattoo art- inspired work. The Gallery invites artists to explore the world of inking and traditional and contemporary tattoo art with bold designs\, quality line work\, exploring the variety of ink pen tip widths\, textures\, depths and designs that can be achieved with ink as the highlighted media! \nRECEPTION DATE: October 17th 2026\nTIME: 5-8PM \nThe Inked reception will feature several invited local tattoo artists who will have their work on display in the exhibition. Some tattoo artists will offer paid on-the-spot small tattoos for the night. There will be live activations of inking stations\, where you can create your own inked piece of art with the possibility of being featured in the Inktober Show in Gallery 2 in November. The evening will include live music\, refreshments\, open bar and the coffee shop will be open as well. \nARTIST CALL \nCalling All Artists to participate with your black and white ink drawings\, ink watercolors\, graphite line work\, ball-point pen designs\, inked mixed media pieces. Other media may be used as long as 80% of the piece is inked and black and white. \nSUBMISSION GUIDELINES:  \n1. Max size limit: 20x20in\n2. Submission fee:\n– Non-member: $25.00 \, additional artwork $15.00\n– Members: $20.00\,  additional $10.00\n3. All work must be framed\, unless on canvas (1 inch thick or more)\n4. ALL work must be for sale\n5. Gallery Commission 30% // Artist 70%\n6. Artwork Submission Deadline: September 16th\, 11:59pm PST\n7. Artwork Notification: September 21st via email\n8. Artwork Drop-Off Date: Saturday\, September 26th & Monday September 28th – 11am-2pm\n9. Artwork Pick-up: October 31st 11am-2pm\, November 2\, 11am-2pm \n 
URL:https://eastcountyart.org/event/nked-group-exhibition-artist-call/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:All Events,Exhibitions
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