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SUMMARY:Gallery 1 Shelby Marzoni - Solo Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:I Know I Am But What Are You?\nMarch 4–28th\, 2026Reception: March 13th\, 5–7 PM\n  \nTHE EAST COUNTY ART ASSOCIATION IS PROUD TO PRESENT\nSHELBY MARZONI’S SOLO EXHIBITION\n\nExhibition Statement\nThis exhibition is a survey of my emotional and philosophical reactions\nto world events and my surroundings during the pandemic years 2019-2022.\nSome pieces which belong to these series are more recent. \nThe first series\, From Angst to Relief\, was born of my own frustration\nwith the total shutdown of public life and the strife this engendered in our\nnation and around the world. I felt powerless\, as an older woman\, to say\nanything impactful about these things. Watching stand up has always provided\na cathartic outlet for such feelings. Since stand-up comics seem to get away\nwith saying most anything they want\, I began to find my voice in their faces as\nthey expressed rage\, disgust\, defiance and alternatively\, relief and joy. I\ncarefully chose for my inspiration the expressions I most wanted to capture\nwhile photographing Netflix specials. \nCat Apocalypse is a narrative series that employs the device of heroic\ncats to tell a fable of a world at ease disturbed by visions of impending doom.\nDisaster happens\, and the cats run for their lives. After searching for higher\nwisdom\, the heroes find hope in the end\, finally stepping up to rewire the\nworld’s collective mourning into joy. \nThe hero of Xhaaad’s Terrestrial Adventure is a young extraterrestrial\nnamed Xhaaad who chooses Earth as their destination for their coming-of-age\nchallenges. Xhaaad assumes a body that would enable them to thrive on this\nplanet\, but at the same time to differ sufficiently from humans as to elicit some\nkind of reaction. Xhaaad’s challenge is to assimilate and befriend members of\ntheir host race with acceptance and empathy. From their first aerial approach\nto collect data to their gradual engagement with humans and other living\nbeings\, Xhaaad demonstrates tolerance\, curiosity\, and openness. \nFinally\, I am showing some pieces which do not fit into any of these\nthree series. I painted several of them as an homage to late California artist\nWayne Thiebaud\, who passed in 2021. A sampling of my tiny landscapes and\nbeach scenes are also on view. \nJoin us for Shelby’s Reception for an opportunity to meet the artist and a discussion about her masterfully painted and curated work. \n  \n\nLocation: East County Art Association\n124 East Main Street\, El Cajon 92020 \nSHOW TIMES:\nWednesdays; 3:00pm-7:00pm\nThursday-Saturday: 10:00am-3:00pm
URL:https://eastcountyart.org/event/shelby-marzoni-solo-exhibition/2026-03-01/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:Grand Opening The Diver’s Cup at the Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, February 22  from 12:00 – 4:00 PM  Please RSVP \nInside ECAA Gallery  124 E Main st Downtown El Cajon \nPlease join us as we celebrate the grand opening of the most unique coffee experience in East County\, where art\, ocean inspiration\, and the love of coffee dive together. \nThe Diver’s Cup is more than a coffee shop it’s an underwater-inspired creative space. Surrounded by art and ocean vibes\, from the romance of deep-sea diving to the comfort of your favorite cup of coffee\, every detail is designed to celebrate ocean love\, creativity\, and community. \n Enjoy our amazing menuExperience coffee inside an art gallery with LIVE MUSIC.Immerse yourself in a diving inspired atmosphereCelebrate creativity\, connection\, and bold flavor \nCome sip\, explore\, and celebrate with us as we bring a deep-sea soul to your coffee experience. \nWe can’t wait to welcome you let’s dive in together- Make sure you RSVP
URL:https://eastcountyart.org/event/the-divers-cup-at-the-gallery/
LOCATION:East County Art Gallery\, 124 E. Main Street\, El Cajon\, CA\, 92020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260216T170000
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SUMMARY:Unconventional Surfaces EXHIBITION
DESCRIPTION:UNCONVENTIONAL SURFACES \nThe East County Art Association Gallery invites you to another year of celebrating the unconventional\, the out of-the box thinking\, the art on shoes\, skateboards\, surfboards\, textiles\, and other extraordinary mixed media created by local artists. This is the exhibition where you will see the unexpected. Join us for a creative reception with refreshments\, music\, and meet the incredible artists of this show! \nExhibition Dates: September 2-26th 2026\nReception Date: September 12th\, 4-7pm \nCALL FOR ART \n*SUBMIT up to 6 pieces\, accepted up to 2.\nPresentation is everything! If your artwork is a 3-dimensional piece\, please think of how you hang\, mount\, or stand them. All surfaces the artwork is attached to will have to look refined and presentable as well.  \nSubmission page will open soon. \n 
URL:https://eastcountyart.org/event/unconventional-surfaces-exhibition/
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SUMMARY:Mardi Gras Carnival Exhibition- CALL TO ARTISTS!
DESCRIPTION:Mardi Gras Carnival Exhibition February 4th to February 28\nTheme\nCarnival • Color • Joy • Decorative • Open Theme \nArtists are invited to celebrate the festive and vibrant world of Mardi Gras Create art that is joyful\, bold\, fun\, and visually dazzling. \n Artist Guidelines\n\n\nMaximum Size: 30 x 30 inches \n\n\nEntry Limit: unlimited submissions allowed\, maximum 2 pieces will be accepted per artist \n\n\nAll mediums welcome: paintings\, mixed media\, sculpture\, decorative work \n\n\nThink bright\, colorful\, playful\, and collectible \n\n\nEntry Fees\n\nMembers: 1st entry FREE\, additional $10.00\nNon-Members: $25 first entry\, $10 second entry\n\n Important Dates\n\n\nReception: February 7\, 2026\, 4 PM – 7 PM \n\n\nArtwork Drop-Off: January 31\, and February 2\, 2026\, 11-2PM \n\n\nPick-Up Date: February 28\, 2026\, 10-3 PM \n\n\nReception Details\nJoin us at the reception for a Mardi Gras Costume Contest filled with color\, creativity\, and Carnival flair. \nGuests are encouraged to dress in festive attire\, masks\, feathers\, beads\, and all things Mardi-Gras.Cash prizes will be awarded: \n\n1st Place: $300\n2nd Place: $200\n3rd Place: $100\n\nBring your best Mardi-Gras spirit \n\nFree & open to the public\nMusic\, color\, celebration & Mardi-Gras atmosphere\nLight refreshments & gallery bar\n\nLocation\nEast County Art Association GalleryDowntown El Cajon124 E Main St El Cajon\, CA 92020
URL:https://eastcountyart.org/event/mardi-gras-carnival-exhibition/
CATEGORIES:All Events,Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:House Of Lovers- Alaa Al Saffar  -  Gallery 2
DESCRIPTION:The East County Art Association is honored to exhibit for the first time\, works of contemporary vision from the multi-disciplinary international artist\, Alaa Al Saffar in Gallery 2\, 124 East Main Street. \nHouse of Lovers | February 4-28th\, 2026\nReception: February 13th\, 5-7pm \nHouse of Lovers is a collection of the late painter and sculptor whose work captivates through detail\, color\, and bold creativity. Drawing on symbolic imagery and surrealist influences\, he transforms traditional forms into modern compositions that feel fresh and emotionally rich. His award-winning practice is defined by a powerful blend of technique and imagination\, producing artworks that invite viewers to explore themes of identity\, memory\, and transformation. Al Saffar’s pieces stand out for their ability to connect\, resonate\, and inspire. \nThe public is invited to the reception on February 13th\, 5-7pm \n  \n 
URL:https://eastcountyart.org/event/house-of-lovers-alaa-al-saffar-gallery-2/
LOCATION:East County Art Gallery\, 124 E. Main Street\, El Cajon\, CA\, 92020\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T130000
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SUMMARY:Dry Pastels Make Beautiful Painting
DESCRIPTION:Join Carol Perrington for this fun\, hands-on dry pastels workshop!  Learn about: \n\n• Scene Sketching\n• Underpainting\n• Use of Color\n• Paper Choice\n• Blending Techniques\n• Layering Tips\n\nThis workshop will provide strong foundational skills in creating your own landscape or still life painting. \nLeave with one finished painting and techniques to further your artistic journey!\nAll materials provided\, just bring yourself!
URL:https://eastcountyart.org/event/dry-pastels-make-beautiful-painting/
CATEGORIES:All Events,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Expressive Color Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:EXPRESSIVE COLOR EXHIBITION\nJANUARY 7-31st 2026 \n Artists:  Viola Mosley              Ron Spagnola \nThe East County Art Association Gallery is proud to present a dynamic two artist showcase uniting the bold visions of Viola Mosley and Ron Spagnola. Though their styles diverge in form and technique\, both artists share a deep commitment to vibrant expression and immersive color. \nViola’s abstract acrylic paintings and expressive watercolor brush drawings capture the spirit of the desert in luminous\, energetic hues. Her fluid strokes and layered compositions invite viewers to wander through imagined landscapes shaped by emotion and movement. \nIn contrast\, Ron Spagnola’s intricate color pencil works offer a stunning level of detail\, portraying animals of land and sea with remarkable precision. His elaborate drawings celebrate the beauty of wildlife\, encouraging viewers to pause\, look closer\, and appreciate the artistry within every line. \nTogether\, their works create an extraordinary journey\, an interplay of detail\, gesture\, and color that captivates the eye and sparks discovery. \nThe ECAA Gallery invites you to join us for the reception on January 16th\, 5 to 7pm.The exhibition will be on view January 7 to 31.
URL:https://eastcountyart.org/event/expressive-color-exhibition/
LOCATION:East County Art Gallery\, 124 E. Main Street\, El Cajon\, CA\, 92020\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Exhibitions
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