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A Photographer’s Life
In the world of popular photographers, they don’t come much more revered than Annie Leibovitz, who was declared a Living Legend by the Library of Congress seven years ago. While her celebrity photographs have graced the covers of such magazines as Rolling Stone and Vanity Fair — including her famous nude images of Demi Moore, John Lennon, Lance Armstrong, and Scarlett Johansson — her body of work comprises pictures from all facets of life. Many of her most personal images, such as the birth of her daughters and the death of her father, have rarely been viewed by the public. Until now, that is. They will be shown in a new exhibit, Annie Leibovitz: A Photographer’s Life, 1990-2005, which makes its West Coast debut at the San Diego Museum of Art (SDMA) on February 10 and continues through April 22. "This is a landmark exhibition of a major photographer’s work," says SDMA executive director Derrick Cartwright. "Her imagery compels deeper attention to the critical dimensions of photojournalism and has earned Leibovitz the respect of both her subjects and her peers. We look forward to sharing this gifted artist’s memorable craft with our visitors and we are proud to be the first West Coast venue for this major project." (619/232-7931, www.sdmart.org) — Ryan Thomas
Jacobs Sponsor Sea Scrolls
Joan and Irwin Jacobs of Rancho Santa Fe recently donated $1 million in support of the upcoming Dead Sea Scrolls exhibition at the San Diego Natural History Museum (SDNHM) in Balboa Park. The Jacobs will be the title sponsors of the exhibition, which will open on June 29 and run for six months. SDNHM is the only venue that will host a six-month showing. Twenty-four Dead Sea Scrolls will be on display, ten of which will be exhibited for the first time. This is possible due to the generosity of the Israel Antiquities Authority. Among the many highlights, viewers will see a section of the Copper Scroll from Jordan, the only Dead Sea Scroll inscribed on copper, as well as the best preserved of all Deuteronomy manuscripts containing the text of the Ten Commandments, and scrolls written in Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek. The exhibit includes illuminated biblical manuscripts from the Russian National Library, ancient artifacts from the Qumran site, landscape and aerial photography comparing and contrasting San Diego County with Israel and Jordan, and ancient manuscripts from the Jordanian Department of Antiquities, the British National Library, and the Ecole Biblique in Jerusalem. It is anticipated that more than 400,000 visitors will attend this important exhibition. (619/255-0244, www.sdnhm.org) — Darlene G. Davies
Extraordinary Designer At 100
A delightful exhibition at Mingei International Museum titled Eva Zeisel: Extraordinary Designer at 100 is a must-see show. Zeisel, who was present at the opening of her Mingei exhibition, is physically tiny in person, but a giant in the field of 20th-century design. The range of work in her lifetime is astonishing, and she is still designing objects for everyday use at the age of 100. She states, "Everything I do is a direct creation of my hands," which is totally in keeping with Mingei tradition. She was born in 1906 in Budapest, and acquired her early industrial design and production skills in Hungarian and German ceramics factories before moving to Russia to be artistic director of the china and glass industry. She came to the United States in 1938, where she established this country’s first course in industrial design ceramics. She has designed more than 100,000 objects. The exhibition remains at Mingei through June 10. (619/239-0003, www.mingei.org) — Darlene G. Davies, photo by Anthony Scoggins
La Jolla Festival Of The Arts
Attention local artists — the La Jolla Festival of the Arts is currently accepting artist applications for the 2007 festival, which takes place June 23-24 on the UCSD East Campus parking lots. (Applications must be postmarked by March 10.) In its 21st year, the festival is one of the top-rated art shows in California, and hosts over 190 award-winning artists from around the country. Proceeds benefit over 30 programs for San Diegans with disabilities including The Adaptive Snow Ski Program, Junior Wheelchair Sports Camp, Wheelchair Tennis, Quadriplegic Rugby, Helen Woodward Therapeutic Riding Program, Canine Companions, and Sharp Hospital Rehabilitation Center. Admission to the Festival is $10 for adults and free for children ten and under; parking is free. Artists who are interested in participating should visit the Web site for a complete application and guidelines. (858/456-1268, www.lajollaartfestival.org) — Jane Shiomi
Making An Impression
Those who frequent The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe may have noticed a change in the historic establishment’s art collection. The Inn recently commissioned American impressionist Robert Ferguson to provide exclusive paintings for its newly renovated rooms and suites. At the request to "bring the outside in," Ferguson captures the light and color of landscapes, structures, and memorable scenes and locations of the Inn. "I want people to be able to wake up to my paintings and live with them even if it is for a short time," says Ferguson. "I think they will realize the difference between print art and real art and how there is a life element to an impressionist painting that is beyond money and time." According to Kerman Beriker, the Inn’s managing director, the Inn "has many, many plans and ideas they would like to fulfill," which include live painting by Ferguson on the grounds, and art workshops for guests. — Mia Stefanko
Culture Calendar
February
Ongoing: Ocean Oasis
This giant-screen film takes viewers on a fascinating journey into Mexico’s Sea of Cort?s and the Baja California desert. Winner of the Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival and the International Wildscreen Film Festival. San Diego Natural History Museum. (619/232-3821, www.sdnhm.org)
Ongoing: Juried Fine Art Show
The Carlsbad-Oceanside Art League (COAL) presents a juried fine art show by COAL members every Saturday and Sunday (weather permitting) on the lawn in front of the Carlsbad Inn. The show runs from 9am-4pm. In addition to presenting their work, the artists will also be demonstrating in various media. Admission is free. (www.carlsbadinnart.blogspot.com)
Thru 2/3: 3 Way
Distinction Artist Studios and Gallery presents an exhibition featuring the work of Josh Clay, Josh Taylor, and Caia Koopman. (760/781-5779, www.distinctionart.com)
Thru 2/10: Postcards From The Edge
Marcos Ram?rez, one of the preeminent artists in Baja California, exhibits works that combine photos and text at the Athenaeum. (858/454-5872, www.ljathenaeum.org)
Thru 2/11: Where We’ve Been
The Ordover Gallery in Solana Beach presents photographs by Nancy Keating, Peter Gorwin, and Jim Cline. (858/720-1121, www.ordoverproject.com)
Thru 2/14: Roving Mars
Narrated by Paul Newman, the touching and inspirational film includes actual footage of Mars taken by NASA’s Mars Rovers. Reuben H. Fleet Science Center. (619/238-1233, www.rhfleet.org)
Thru 2/15: The Fourth Power Of Art
La Jolla Library Riford Center Community Room presents an exhibition of painting and photography by four San Diego artists, Keri Goldsmid, Dana Levine, Caroline Morse, and Gwen Nobil. The exhibition is open to viewers during normal library hours daily. Admission is free. (858/552-1657, www.lajollalibrary.org)
Thru 2/18: Ace
The Old Globe presents the West Coast premiere of the new musical, with book and lyrics by Robert Taylor and Richard Oberacker, and direction by Stafford Arima. (619/23-GLOBE, www.oldglobe.org)
Thru 2/25: Stephanie Weber And Curtis Ripley Exhibition
Susan Street Fine Art Gallery presents new paintings on aluminum and canvas by Berkeley-based Weber and Los Angeles-based Ripley. (858/793-4442, www.susanstreetfineart.com)
Thru 2/28: Crimes Of The Heart
New Village Arts Theatre presents Beth Henley’s Pulitzer Prize-winning comic drama. (760/433-3245, www.newvillagearts.org)
Thru 2/28: Three Sisters
New Village Arts Theatre presents Anton Chekhov’s masterpiece featuring Jessica John, Kristianne Kurner, and Amanda Sitton. (760/433-3245, www.newvillagearts.org)
Thru 3/9: Jem Southam Exhibition
The Joseph Bellows Gallery presents the first West Coast solo exhibition of British photographer, Jem Southam, who has been an important figure in British photography for over 25 years. (858/456-5620, www.josephbellows.com)
Thru 3/11: The Secret Garden
Lamb’s Players Theatre presents Marsha Norman and Lucy Simon’s haunting adaptation of Frances Hodgson Burnett’s classic book. (619/437-0600, www.lambsplayers.org)
Thru 3/11: Christopher Burkett: Tapestry Of California
This exhibition is the last show in the eight-show series Visions of the Natural World through the Lens of the Masters at The Ordover Gallery at the San Diego Natural History Museum. (858/720-1121, www.ordovergallery.com)
Thru 3/11: Seeing Through Light
Front Porch Gallery presents a photo exhibit that showcases how the featured artists view our world and the things around us through the use of light and lens. (760/795-6120)
Thru 3/31: Guatemala! Celebrations Of Weaving
On view in Evernham Hall at the San Diego Museum of Man, this exhibit showcases textiles made by women of the Mayan villages in Guatemala, and includes examples selected from 30 villages located throughout the country. (619/239-2001, www.museumofman.org)
Thru 3/31: 3 Women
Shiva Artistic Collections in Escondido presents an exhibition featuring the works of art quilt maker Kris Estenger, photographer Susan Kanfer, and Claire-Lise Matthey Anderegg, an experimental mixed media painter. (760/745-7835, www.shivacollections.com)
Thru 4/15: Of Gold And Grass — Nomads Of Kazakhstan
Mingei International Museum presents objects of adornment in elegant, animal forms from gold, bronze, and wood that were fashioned by warriors and merchant caravans more than 2,000 years ago, along the Silk Road through what is now Kazakhstan. (619/239-0003, www.mingei.org)
Thru 5/13: Brian Ulrich: Copia
Works by Brian Ulrich on view at MCASD’s La Jolla location. The exhibition features the Chicago-based artist’s large-scale photographs documenting the shopping habits of Americans. The photographs were taken in big-box retail stores such as Target or Wal-Mart using a medium-format film camera with a waist-level viewfinder. (858/454-3541, www.mcasd.org)
Thru 5/13: Tell Me A Story: Narrative Photography Now
The Museum of Photography Arts presents an exhibition of more than 50 images that address issues of narrative. (619/238-7559, www.mopa.org)
2/3-3/11: The Four Of Us
The Old Globe presents the world premiere of The Four of Us, by Itamar Moses, directed by Pam McKinnon, playing in the Cassius Carter Centre Stage. (619/23-GLOBE, www.theoldglobe.org)
2/7: Jazz In The Park: An Evening With Kenny Barron
One of the top jazz pianists in the world, New Yorker Kenny Barron makes a rare Southern California appearance at San Diego Museum of Art. (619/232-7931, www.sdmart.org)
2/8: Poncho Sanchez With Steph Johnson
The Belly Up. (858/481-8140, www.bellyup.com)
2/8-18: San Diego Jewish Film Festival
The 17th Annual San Diego Jewish Film Festival will feature more than 35 of the best contemporary Jewish-themed films from around the world.The events will take place at AMC La Jolla 12 Theatres, UltraStar Mission Valley Cinemas at Hazard Center and Poway Creekside Plaza 10, and at the David and Dorothea Garfield Theatre at the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center in La Jolla. (858/362-1330, www.lfjcc.org/sdjff)
2/9: Common Sense With The Big Provider
The Belly Up. (858/481-8140, www.bellyup.com)
2/9-10: Alexandra Nechita Exhibit
Wentworth Gallery presents Alexandra Nechita, featuring over 150 pieces including watercolors, original acrylics on canvas, etchings, original drawings, and sculptures. Nechita’s work is included in many private collections around the world, including the Vatican, and those of Ellen DeGeneres, David Letterman, and more. This exhibit is free and open to the public. (858/551-7071, www.wentworthgallery.com)
2/9-11: Mainly Mozart Spotlight Series Presents Three Haydn String Quartets
Performed by Martin Chalifour, violin; Jun-Ching Lin, violin; James Dunham, viola; and Desmond Hoebig, cello. At The Neurosciences Institute and Saint Elizabeth Seton Church. (619/239-0100, ext. 2, www.mainlymozart.org)
2/9-18: La Rondine
Lyric Opera San Diego presents the San Diego premiere of Giacomo Puccini’s La Rondine, the only operetta he ever wrote. Soprano Kathleen Hahn will be joined by tenor Chad Johnson in this star-crossed romance. (619/231-5714, www.lyricoperasandiego.com)
2/10-3/8: Sammy Pasto Exhibition
Sharp Gallery presents new works by pastel artist Sammy Pasto. An opening reception with the artist takes place on February 10 from 6-10pm. (619/546-9546, www.sharpgallery.net)
2/10-4/7: A Distraction From Flowers
Distinction Artist Studios and Gallery presents and exhibition featuring four artists currently working in the Urban Surrealism movement. Opening receptions with live music will take place on February 10 and March 10 from 5-8pm. (760/781-5779, www.distinctionart.com)
2/12: The Roots With Lupe Fiasco
House of Blues San Diego. (619/220-TIXS, www.ticketmaster.com)
2/12, 13, 16: Violinist Philippe Quint
Philippe Quint joins the San Diego Chamber Orchestra on February 12, 13, and 16 in a concert about love. February 12 at Sherwood Auditorium, February 13 at Del Mar Country Club, and February 16 at St. Paul’s Cathedral. (858/350-0290, www.sdco.org)
2/15-3/25: Will Gibson And Blake Shaw Exhibition
The Ordover Gallery in Solana Beach presents black and white photographs from Will Gibson’s Eastern Sojourn portfolio, and Blake Shaw’s interpretive botanical imagery. An opening reception takes place on Thursday, February 15 from 6-8:30pm. Other work from various artists will be shown as well. (858/720-1121, www.ordoverproject.com)
2/16: Steel Pulse
4th & B. (619/220-TIXS, www.ticketmaster.com)
2/17-3/24: Paintings And Book Illustrations
The Athenaeum Music & Arts Library showcases paintings and book illustrations by Austrian artist Georg Eisler. A free lecture on Eisler will be given by Professor Peter Pabisch, University of New Mexico on opening day at 5:30pm. (858/454-5872, www.ljathenaeum.org)
2/19: Pete Yorn
House of Blues San Diego. (619/220-TIXS, www.ticketmaster.com)
2/20-3/25: The Farnsworth Invention
In a race that would change humanity forever, two men battle one another for honor, glory, and a place in the history books. Written by The West Wing creator, Aaron Sorkin, this new drama at the La Jolla Playhouse uncovers the story behind one of the world’s most powerful inventions: television. Directed by Des McAnuff, Hughes Potiker Theatre. (858/550-1010, www.lajollaplayhouse.com)
2/23-25: Mainly Mozart Spotlight Series Presents Andr?s C?rdenes And Anton Nel
Violinist Andrés Cárdenes and Pianist Anton Nel will perform at The Neurosciences Institute. A second, shorter program will take place on February 25 at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe. (619/239-0100, ext. 2, www.mainlymozart.org)
2/28: Texas Songwriters Show With Lyle Lovett, Joe Ely, John Hiatt, And Guy Clark
DreamCatcher at Viejas. (619/220-TIXS, www.ticketmaster.com)
2/28-3/31: Marching To A Different Drummer
The San Diego Watercolor Society presents a juried show of approximately 90 watermedia paintings by Southern California’s award-winning artists, all members of the San Diego Watercolor Society. An opening reception takes place on Friday, March 2 from 5-8pm. (619/876-4550, www.sdws.org)
3/1-4/1: Hothouse
Susan Street Fine Art Galley presents paintings and sculptures by Eleanor Miller, Will Robinson, Barbara Rogers, and Nancy Sansom-Reynolds. An artists’ reception will take place on Thursday, March 15 from 6-9pm in conjunction with Cedros Gallery Night. (858/793-4442, www.susanstreetfineart.com)
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