EDITORS: Current as of July 13, 2012. Please discard previous schedules and call to confirm all information at (858) 454-3541 x119, or via e-mail at lmasterson@mcasd.org.
The Silver Screen Meets Art House on Saturday, September 8
San Diego, CA—Get ready to roll out the red carpet as the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD) presents Monte Carlo On Screen, the Museum’s 36th annual gala on Saturday, September 8 at 6:30 PM at the La Jolla location.
Monte Carlo is one of San Diego’s most beloved and highly anticipated fundraisers, and this year’s event will be truly over the top. From the galleries to the terrace, MCASD will be magically transformed into a cinematic wonderland.
San Diego, CA—The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD) announced the winners of the “Get Famous with the Greedy Organ” art contest today. The contest began in May when MCASD invited people ages 25 and under to submit their original art for the chance to have their work displayed at a showcase event and be featured in future advertising.
MCASD and Muse Chasers present celebrated short-film festival with both new films and a must-see greatest hits selection of brilliant shorts from past decade
San Diego, CA –MCASD and the Muse Chasers mark the 10th anniversary of San Diego’s premier short-film showcase alt.pictureshows at its La Jolla location on Thursday, August 30 from 7-10 PM.
Installation will feature sonic landscape, hand-made speakers as part of ephemeral sculptural environment by experimental sound artist, Margaret Noble
The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD) will present Margaret Noble: 44th and Landis at its downtown location from August 9, 2012 to January 20, 2013. As part of MCASD’s ongoing Cerca series, which highlights the work of regional artists, Noble’s mixed media installation and performance charts a psychological path through San Diego’s City Heights neighborhood, where the artist grew up.
Submissions Due June 10; Winner Will Be Featured in Future Advertising Campaign that Promotes the 25 and Under Free Admission Program
The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD) announced the “Get Famous with the Greedy Organ” contest today, inviting people ages 25 and under to submit their original art for the chance to have their work displayed at a showcase event and be featured in future advertising.
The contest is part of the Museum’s “Feed Your Greedy Organ” initiative, designed to create awareness of its program that grants free admission to visitors 25 and under, thanks to the generous support from Qualcomm Foundation.
Summer Solstice Soiree, Camp for Teens (and Adults!), TNT, and More
San Diego, CA—Summer is heating up at the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD) with a variety of engaging events and programs open to the public.
Works Voted on at Annual Selection Dinner, Featured in Prospect 2012 at MCASD La Jolla
San Diego, CA—At the 2012 Collectors’Selection Dinner on Wednesday, April 25, MCASD’s International Collectors and Contemporary Collectors voted to purchase new works for the Museum's collection: a luminous overhead sculpture by Spencer Finch, Rome (Pantheon, Noon, June 14, 2011); a keystone work by celebrated photographer Catherine Opie, Burnt House from Burlington and Ninth Street (1990); and a precocious abstract canvas by seasoned New York artist Jack Whitten, Chinese Sincerity (1974).
Santa Ana Condition: John Valadez 1976 to 2011 will feature photographs, paintings, pastels, and other works on paper by important Mexican-American artist and muralist, John Valadez
San Diego, CA— The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego will present Santa Ana Condition: John Valadez 1976 to 2011 in its La Jolla location from June 10 to September 2, 2012. This is the first survey exhibition of this important Mexican-American artist and muralist, who has had profound influence on the Chicano art movement in the United States.
Works by Ai Weiwei, Ed Ruscha, Christo, Jennifer Steinkamp, and many more will be up for bid; Artist Ryan McGinness to create special-edition auction paddles
San Diego, CA—The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego will host its eighth Biennial Art Auction in La Jolla on Wednesday, May 30 at 6:30 PM. The biennial auction is one of MCASD’s most popular and exciting events and will feature a live and silent auction of artworks donated by internationally recognized artists and emerging contemporary artists. Lydia Fenet, senior vice president and director of strategic partnerships for Christie’s New York, will preside as auctioneer.
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