Demos, Dialogue and Art, June Classes Date Change to June 27th

Hi Everyone,

Due to logistics we have needed to change the date of the Demos , Dialogue and Arts classes from June 21 class to June 27th, 2-4pm. We are looking forward to your attendance and support of the San Dieguito Art Guild and it's programs. FREE!

UPDATE :  DATE CHANGE TO JUNE 27, 2-4pm

PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN BRUSHES.  ALL OTHER SUPPLIES ARE PROVIDED.

See you then?

21st Annual Mothers Day Weekend Art Garden and Studio Tour 2015

Join us, tickets available after April 1, 2015.

The San Dieguito Art Guild, a non-profit group that celebrates its 50th Anniversary this year, and hosts the 21^st Mother's Day Weekend Art, Garden & Studio Tour. This is a self-guided, driving tour on Saturday and Sunday, Mother's Day weekend, May 9 and 10, from 10am to 4pm each day. Tickets are good for both days and homes may be re-visited.

Take your mom or best friends on a leisurely tour of the 10 North County homes where you can peek into an assortment of fascinating artists' studios, peruse more than 30 unique exhibits of locally made art, and relax in each unique coastal garden. Artists from the San Dieguito Art Guild will be positioned in the gardens - showing and selling their paintings, ceramics, glass, gourd art, fiber arts, photography, jewelry, and much more. Free refreshments will be served at every stop.

The 10 homes are within easy driving distance in the Encinitas area. Many feature working artists' studios. Four homes have full, drop-dead, gorgeous, 180 degree ocean views. Each home is as unique as the artists and owners are. This year's tour chair, Laura Lowenstein says, "The art guild is gearing up for another wonderful tour of local homes with talented artists placed in each garden.  We're focusing on creating a warm and welcoming experience for families and friends to enjoy themselves surrounded by natural beauty and art."

This event is the major fund-raiser of the year for the San Dieguito Art Guild, and supports the operation of the Guild and its 200 artists. In keeping with their Mission Statement - The San Dieguito Art Guild is an organization dedicated to furthering artistic understanding and fostering artistic growth of members and the community at large by promoting interest, education, knowledge and skills in the visual arts. 10% of the net proceeds from the tour will be awarded to four promising students from Mira Costa College, Oceanside.

Tickets are $20 per person and may be purchased at the Off Track Gallery or at www.OffTrackGallery.com located at 937 S. Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA. (available after April 1) or at each home both days of the tour. This is a favorite tour of many San Diegans, many of whom take this tour year after year.

For more information: SanDieguitoArtGuild.com, http://SanDieguitoArtGuild.com ,swanson121@cox.net, 760-805-0434.

San Dieguito Art Guild Artists Reception, April 4, 1-4pm, Encinitas

Join the Artists of the San Dieguito Art Guild (SDAG) as we bring to you a spectacular display of Capturing Reflections, 9 Plein Air  Artists, and Gourds, Geckos and Glass.

On Exhibit March 19 - May 13, 2015 at the Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr, Encinitas, CA  92024

Opening reception:  April 4, 2015.  Visit www.offtrackgallery.com

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SDAG Needs Docents for the Mothers' Day Tour 2015

We Need Docents for the SDAG Mothers' Day Tour!

The San Dieguito Art Guild needs docents for its annual Mothers' Day Event which will take place Saturday, May 9 and Sunday, May 10. Each day has two shifts: The morning shift is from 10:00 - 1:00pm and the afternoon shift is from 1:00 - 4:00pm. The job involves checking people in and directing them as needed. You will be given training. Docents get two free tickets for the tour. This is a great event. You will meet some nice people, see the beautiful homes and peruse the wonderful art.

Please volunteer by notifying Joyce Nash at jnash1@san.rr.com or 858.452.8628 and indicate your preference of day and shift.

Demos, Dialogue & Art 2015 Schedule

Visit sandieguitoartguildprograms.yolasite.com for details

Be part of the upcoming SDAG 2015 Calendar

Submit a photo of your artwork for the SDAG 2015 Calendar

SDAG will be producing a 12-month calendar for the 2015 year. For $100 for an internal page or $200 for the cover, your artwork can be featured for the month of your choice. Size of calendar is 12 inches wide by 9 inches high. We will print 200 copies and sell them for $15 each. The cover will feature our 50th Anniversary Logo.

Here is what you need to do.

1. Email Grace at swanson121@cox.net to reserve your favorite month or the cover (first come, first served)

2. Send check (or drop in file folder in office) within 2 days of email request - to hold your space

3. Send HIGH RESOLUTION, GOOD QUALITY PHOTO of your work. These photos must be big. 300 dpi at least. If you don't have a photo please email Grace at swanson121@cox.net to arrange photo session.

4. Include any verbiage you want (e.g. your website, the name of your artwork, the medium, your email - whatever you wish)

Welcome the 2014-2015 S.D.A.G. Board of Directors

HOPE a message from the president, Carol Korfin.   "I hope I live up to your expectations!  And I hope you all live up to mine!"

HOPE is going to be the theme and goal of my term of office. And that is because it stands for the following that I will strive to do, ask my board to strive to do and ask you, the entire membership, to strive to do. 

H stands for Help accomplish our goals, O stands for Open ourselves to new idea, P stands for Positive attitude at all times, and E stands for Engage more of the membership

Please email Carol at  ckorfin@gmail.com and let her know what your special talents are and how you would like to help accomplish these goals." I hope we can do great things together!" 

Please "welcome" the new San Diegutio Art Guild Board of Directors, 2014-2015

Back Row: Left to Right: Dolores Renner, Devora Safran, Grace Swanson, Pamela Taylor Waldman, Terry Oshrin, Lin Holzinger, Linda Melemed. Front Row: Left to Right: Susan Schulte, Carol Korfin, Karen Fidel, Jill Treadwell Svendsen, Cindy Alcoset, Sharon Hoffman, Aleksandra Owczarek, Lynn Ely

Missing from the photo are Julie Bubar and Linda Melvin.

Announcing Our New Demonstration Program at the Encinitas Library for 2014-2015

Join the San Dieguito Art Guild as we present our upcoming Demonstration programs, "Free" to the public!.  Have fun....and RSVP to "pre-register" for the upcoming programs beginning in July.

For additional information please visit: http://sandieguitoartguildprograms.yolasite.com/

Congratulations to Judy Salinsky, the "People's Choice" Winner for Envision 24

Congratulations to Judy Salinsky - People's Choice" award winner!

The Envision 24hrs - Opening Reception had a wonderful turnout, and participants voted on their favorite artist of the day.  Tough....but  choices were made, and Judy topped the list for the evening with Toni Williams and Janey Finney running right behind.

Thanks to all the cooperation of the attending artists, and Char Cee for her Demo we were visited by numerous new and old faces, and and elegant evening was had by all.  The weather was beautiful but the artists were fantastic!

The exhibition will remain until July 17, so stop by and view the art at the City Hall Gallery located at 505 S. Vulcan in Encnitas, CA. and don't  forget to visit the Off Track Gallery and it's artists at 937 S. Coast Hwy 101, Suite C103 in the Lumberyard in Encinitas.  www.offtrackgallery.com

4 Days to buy your tickets for the 21st Annual Mothers Day Art and Garden Tour

21^th Annual

MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND ART & GARDEN TOUR

San Dieguito Art Guild is pleased to announce our Annual Mother’s Day Weekend Art and Garden Tour held on Saturday and Sunday, May 11 and 11, 2014, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

“The Art and Garden Tour is an annual fundraiser that helps support the Guild’s operating expenses as well as art programs that benefit the community. 

This is a self-guided tour through unique gardens and beautiful homes that are easily accessible in a day. Check out last years video at:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZf6MaVcNWg&feature=share&list=UUMtgjbfMRNHHuJSusUEw9Bw

Great Mothers Day Gift, take a tour and enjoy the most amazing homes, gardens and artists from the San Dieguito Art Guild. Refreshments served.

Tickets on sale at: www.offtrackgallery.com/tour or at the Off Track Gallery located at 937 S. Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas.

9 Day Countdown to the 20th Annual Mothers Day Art & Garden Tour - San Dieguito Art Guild

9 Days and counting........ 

Great Mothers Day Gift, take a tour and enjoy  the most amazing homes, gardens and artists from the San Dieguito Art Guild.  Refreshments served.

Tickets on sale at: www.offtrackgallery.com/tour or at the Off Track Gallery located at 937 S. Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas.  760-942-3636.

Tickets On Sale Now - 20th Anniversary Mother's Day Weekend Art, Garden & Studio Tour

Come join us and bring your mom (or your friends) to explore this year's amazing collection of distinctive North County gardens that are chock full of exciting art pieces on display and for purchase

This year's eight unique gardens are easily accessible in a day and feature the artwork of San Dieguito Art Guild's multi-talented artists who will have their artwork on display and for sale. Please note:some locations may not be disabled-friendly. Please, no pets.

All art pieces, priced directly from the artists, include paintings, original drawings, photographs, and distinctive jewelry, garden decor, sculptures, and unique glass, metal and gourd art.


Tickets are $20 per person and cover admission for both Saturday and Sunday and include a souvenir booklet and map with driving directions to each location. Ticket holders can feel free to re-visit a favorite home or split their visits over the weekend. Children 17 and under are free when accompanied by an adult.

Tickets available online at: TICKETS or in person at the Off Track Gallery, 937 South Coast Highway 101, Suite C103, Encinitas, CA (in the Lumberyard Shopping Center behind St. Tropez Bakery). 760-942-3636

This Year's Featured Artists: Diann Abadie, Cindy Alcoset, Gayle Baker, Jackie Bissell, Charlene Bonney, Julie Bubar, Donna Butnik, Ida Candelaria, Kathy Chin, Carolyn Cretella, Lynn Ely, Peter Fay, Karen Fidel, Julie Fitch, Joan Grine, Joanne Heaviland, Bobbi Hirschkoff, Virginia Holt, Gary Koop, Carol Korfin, Lauren LeVieux, Elizabeth Levine, Kevin McGinnis, Linda Melvin, Karla Nederlof, Mary Anne Nilsson, Tom Nordstrom, Terry Oshrin, Elizabeth Pourat, Paul Richter, Phyllis Rothbart, Heidi Rufeh, Judy Salinsky, Susan Schulte, Wendy Gauntlet Shaw, Sarwat Suleiman, Jill Treadwell Svendsen, Grace Swanson, T.E.R.i, Carolina Van Leeuwen, Patricia Watkins, Toni Williams, Marla Zanelli, Christina Zeller

The Mother's Day Weekend Art, Garden & Studio Tour is an annual fundraiser that helps support Off Track Gallery operations and art education. The San Dieguito Art Guild, established in 1965, is a nonprofit 501 (c) 3 organization that offers continuing art education to its members and the community at large. The Guild also operates the Off Track Gallery in Encinitas, CA as a place for its members to showcase and sell their art.

Classes Now Available - Landscape and Figurative Painting taught by Toni Williams

Join Toni Williams on her journey as she continues to interpret the world around us with oil, brushes and canvas.  

Toni is one of those artists whose earliest memories revolved around the love, passion, and creation of art. Life swirled around as it does for all of us and time marched on. The one constant for her has been creating art. As with all artists a time comes in life when the pursuit of the creative process becomes all encompassing. So join Toni and share her passion.

Class Details: (2) two eight  (8) hour sessions, Wednesday and Thursday, June 18 and 19, 2014.  The workshop is 9am to 12 noon, one hour break for lunch, then 1pm to 4pm. 10 student maximum.  $100 for 2-day class.  

Contact: Kate O’Brien at: zelda1970@cox.net to reserve space and send payment.

Location:  San Diego Botanic Garden, Lawn House,  230 Quail Gardens Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024.

For further information, please contact Kate at zelda1970@cox.net or Toni at stonig@netzero.net

Spring Time Art Classes with Artist, Char Cee- Register Now

Learn to create impressionist watercolor paintings.

Plein Air Watercolor Classes - During four (3) hour sessions, you will learn how to create impressionist watercolor paintings that are loose and colorful.  This fun, comprehensive class nurtures success and new ideas and includes drawing instructions. You will be making several quick color and shape paintings then proceed to a larger format and explore color combinations that are beyond your imagination.

Classes held at Alta Vista Gardens, Vista, CA., Fridays, April 18, 25, May 2, 9 from 8:30 am - 12:30 pm.  Please bring your own basic watercolor supplies.  Questions?  Contact Kate O’Brien at zelda1970@cox.net  to reserve your space and pay for classes.   Fee is $100.

FREE Demo with Robin Johnson at San Diego Botanic Gardens, February 6th

February 6th, 2-4 pm

Free Art Demonstration |Oil Painting

San Diego Botanic Gardens, 230 Quail Drive,Encinitas, CA 92024

Free parking

Please RSVP to: SDAGprograms@gmail.com

 

Featured Artists Reception, " For the Love of Art" - February 8, 2014, 5 pm at Off Track Gallery

February 8, 5-7:30 pm, 

"For the Love of Art" features gallery artists, Bruce Stewart and Jorge Garza. At the Off Track Gallery located at 937 S. Coast Hwy. 101, Encinitas, CA  92024.

 

Share this special evening as we celebrate two very gifted artists while getting a jump on Valentine’s Day.  Sample chocolate treats galore from our refreshment buffet! 

Meet fun, creative people, view and shop for fine art paintings, photography, ceramics, glass works, jewelry and more.

Bruce Stewart

"I have enjoyed drawing and painting since early childhood. After studying Zoology and Art at UC Davis, I worked as a graphic artist in San Francisco before studying marine science at Moss Landing Marine Laboratories.  My interest in the ocean evolved into a career devoted to increasing public understanding of science and nature".

Jorge Garza

"As a young man, I studied architecture and received a degree from the UIA in Mexico City.  I have lived in San Diego since 1979 and in the last three years, have created over 100 new paintings on different subjects including portraits, abstracts, landscapes, seascapes, etc.  using mainly oils and acrylics with a lavish use of the pallet knife".

Info: www.offtrackgallery.com or call (760) 942-3636.

Beginning Drawing with Barbara Roth - Because We Like Hue Art Classes - SIGN UP NOW

Beginning drawing with Barbara Roth

Thurs, Jan. 23 & 30, Feb. 6 & 13 from 9:30-12:30

San Marcos area

Classes are 4 sessions of 3 hours per session

This 4 session class is for anyone who wants to learn or improve their ability to draw. Drawing is not "Rocket Science" it is just learning some basic drawing concepts and then practicing them. Over the course of 4 classes you'll be introduced to each concept, see demonstrations of it and given lots of time to practice your drawing in class. Each concept will build on the previous concept to make your drawings look better and better. By the end of the classes you'll be able to sit down and produce a sketch you can keep in a sketchbook, hang on a wall, sell or use for a watercolor painting. You'll also be introduced to a variety of drawing materials and drawing styles and receive lots of supportive advice on your drawing skills so you'll be on your way to developing your own unique drawings.

Classes are 4 sessions of 3 hours per session

Fee is $100.  Contact Kate O'Brien at zelda1970@cox.net to reserve your space and pay for classes.

Sponsored by the San Dieguito Art Guild.  937 S. Coast Highway, Encinitas, CA  92024.

January 2014 - Because We Like Hue offers a Shopping Cart of Art Classes

The San Dieguito Art Guild is offering an assortment of Art Workshops to choose from, so pick a fun one and join us. Register now!

Saturdays January 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2014, 9am to noon, Senior/Community Center, Encinitas, Because We Like Hue - "Fun with Glass" with Kate O'Brien. Stained glass and fused glass. Learn to transfer a pattern to glass, cut and foil glass, solder the glass pieces together, the fundamentals of fusing and glass kiln firing schedules. All tools provided. $25 materials fee includes two firings. 4 sessions of 3 hours per session. Info: contact Kate O'Brien at zelda1970@cox.net to reserve your space and pay for classes. Fee is $100 (plus the materials fee).

Monday, Jan. 13, 9:30am -12:30pm ,San Diego Botanic Garden, Ecke Building, 230 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas, CA 92024.  Fee $25 . "Try It, You'll Like It" hand-on workshops taught by the skilled artists from the San Dieguito Art Guild. Choice of Mosaics, Oil Painting, Jewelry or Postcard Watercolor Painting. Project funded by the City of Encinitas Community Grant Program and the Mizel Foundation. Info  (760) 942-3636, www.OffTrackGallery.com

Fridays, Jan 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014, 9:30am to 12:30pm. San Diego Botanic Garden, Because We Like Hue - Chinese Brush Painting with Lisa Curry. Learn the basics of painting chrysanthemum and plum blossoms and bamboo, importance of posture, how to wield the brush, and the state of mind necessary to complete a painting with 'chi' or energy! $20 materials fee. 4 sessions of 3 hours per session. Info: contact Kate O'Brien at zelda1970@cox.net to reserve your space and pay for classes. Fee is $100 (plus the materials fee).

Thursdays, January 16, 23, 30 and February 6, 2014. 10am to 1pm (Intermediate) 2-5pm (Beginning) Solana Beach area, Because We Like Hue - Continuing Watercolor with Linda Melvin. Basics of watercolor. Supply fee $14.50 to be paid to teacher at first session. 4 sessions of 3 hours per session. Info: contact Kate O'Brien at zelda1970@cox.net to reserve your space and pay for classes. Fee is $100 (plus the materials fee).

Thursdays, Jan. 23 & 30, Feb. 6 & 13 from 9:30-12:30, San Marcos area, Because We Like Hue - Beginning drawing with Barbara Roth. Learn or improve your ability to draw. Drawing is not "Rocket Science" it is just learning some basic drawing concepts and then practicing them. By the end of the classes you'll be able to sit down and produce a sketch you can keep in a sketchbook, hang on a wall, sell or use for a watercolor painting. 4 sessions of 3 hours per session. Info: contact Kate O'Brien at zelda1970@cox.net to reserve your space and pay for classes. Fee is $100 (plus the materials fee).

Check you Calendar for December 14th and the 10% off sale of all art with the Holiday Treasures reception

Congratulations to the December Small Image and Monthly Show Winners at the Off Track Gallery

Small Image Awards

Best of Show - Toni Williams - Soft Light - Oil    

1st Place - Diane O'Connell - Marrakech Breakfast - Oil   

2nd Place - Terri McMurray - Grapes - Pastel - $50

3rd Place - Tish Wynne - Little Ringed Plover - Acrylic   

HM - Darlene Katz - Road to Voltera - Oil 

HM - Steve Lutzker - Fisherman from Cheney - Oil

Small Image Awards will be give out at the December 14th, Holiday Treasurers reception at 6pm.  See more below.