ART SAN DIEGO Contemporary Art Fair
Thursday, September 6, 2012 through Sunday, September 9, 2012
Balboa Park Activity Center / 2145 Park Boulevard / SD CA 92101

Returning with the 4th Edition of the Fair September 6–9, 2012. Last year’s Fair received record attendance with over 8,000 collectors, curators, museum directors and art enthusiasts. More than 60 leading galleries from the USA, Canada, Europe, Latin America, and Asia will be taking part. Chosen by ART SAN DIEGO’s Curatorial Director Marcela Quiroz Luna, the galleries – which include numerous new participants – will be showing works by over 500 artists. In addition to the gallery booths, special features include curated exhibitions, contemporary furniture design, solo-artist exhibitions, video-based works, performances, art in public spaces.

www.artsandiego2012.com

Art Labs @ ART SAN DIEGO Contemporary Art Fair
Thursday, September 6, 2012 through Sunday, September 9, 2012
Balboa Park Activity Center / 2145 Park Boulevard / SD CA 92101

Art Labs feature special curated projects by 9 leading San Diego-based art institutions, alternative spaces, and universities within the fair. ArtLabs showcase the thriving art landscape of San Diego. 2012 ArtLabs include: SDMA, MCASD, Object USA, Boomerang for Modern, Woodbury School of Architect, SDSU Contemporary Furniture Department, UCSD VisARTS, Pt. Loma Nazarene Department of Art & Design, Mingei Museum.

www.artsandiego2012.com

San Diego Art Prize 2012
@ ART SAN DIEGO Contemporary Art Fair
Thursday, September 6, 2012 through Sunday, September 9, 2012
Balboa Park Activity Center / 2145 Park Boulevard / SD CA 92101

The San Diego Art Prize, is a cash prize with exhibition opportunities at ART SAN DIEGO Contemporary Art Fair. The prize spotlights established San Diego artists and emerging artists each season whose outstanding achievements in the field of Visual Arts merit the recognition. 2012 San Diego Art Prize recipients will be featured in curated exhibitions at ASD2012: Jeffery Laudenslager, Arline Fisch.

www.barrioartsdistrict.com

Barrio Logan Arts District "The 3rd Annual Block Party"
Thursday, September 6, 2012 through Sunday, September 9, 2012
Barrio Logan Arts District / SD CA 92101

The Barrio Block Party is a self guided tour consisting of open studios, galleries, creative art spaces, and local businesses throughout the Barrio Logan Arts District. The Barrio Block Party is a celebration of art, music, and community! Free, All Ages. This year's participating space's include: Chicano Park, Ryan Bros, Coffee, The Roots Factory, Voz Alta Project, The Spot, Blueprint Café, The Bakery, Bosh Studio & Gallery, Brandon Roth Studio, Seth Collins Studio, Woodbury University, Cesar Chavez Park, Las Cuatro Milplas.

www.barrioartsdistrict.com

ArtWalk on the Bay
Saturday, September 22, 2012 through Sunday, September 23, 2012
Hilton San Diego Bayfront / 1 Park Boulevard / SD CA 92101

ArtWalk on the Bay - A Fine Arts Festival - Extraordinary Art. Extraordinary Setting. Our mission is to create an environment designed to introduce Southern Californians to original art, to provide attendees with the opportunity to meet the artists and to purchase art directly from the artists. The festival celebrates art of all kinds through partnerships with various community groups representing both visual and performing arts.

www.artwalkonthebay.org

Art of Photography Show
Saturday, September 29, 2012 through Sunday, November 11, 2012
Opening Reception: Saturday, September 29, 2012 / 6:00 - 10:00 pm
Free Event
San Diego Art Institute / Balboa Park

The Art of Photography Show is an established and critical force in the world of contemporary photography. Now in its 7th year, this presentation of world class photography is truly exquisite. A total of 15,444 entries were submitted by artists from 72 countries around the world for this juried competition. The judge for this exhibit is Anne Lyden, Associate Curator of Photography at the J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles. Ms. Lyden selected 109 compelling works for exhibition.

www.artofphotographyshow.com

Kettner Nights in Little Italy North
Friday, September 14, 2012
Little Italy North / Check-in at Meyer Fine Art / 2400 Kettner Boulevard #104 / SD CA 92101

Held from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. In Little Italy North, the art has as much flavor as the espresso and tantalizing marinara. The Art and Design District of San Diego’s Little Italy was modeled after New York City’s trendy SoHo and Chelsea districts; offering art-lovers and design patrons diverse resources. Come explore this ever-growing distinctive neighborhood with an art walk through the businesses and studios on Kettner Boulevard and India Street from Grape to Laurel Streets.

For more information, please call Meyer Fine Art at 619-358-9512.

www.littleItalysd.com/events/kettner-nights/

Coronado Art Walk 2012
Saturday, September 15 through Sunday, September 16, 2012
10:00 am - 5:00 pm 
Coronado Ferry Landing / Old Ferry Landing Shopping Center / Coronado CA

 The 2012 Coronado Art Walk will be held at the Coronado Ferry Landing from 10:00am till 5:00pm. The 2-day Coronado Art Walk is put on by the Coronado Historical Association and is an admission free, public event designed to foster creativity and appreciation for the wonders of art. Artists will be housed in tented booths along the entrance and on the grounds of the Coronado Ferry Landing.  Painting, hand crafted jewelry, photography, ceramics and other mediums will be featured. Artists have been selected for their ability to express the vast and varied world of art in their particular art form. This exciting venue will include  Art Activities to delight both children and adults.

www.coronadoartwalk.org

San Diego Film Festival
Wednesday, September 26, 2012 through Sunday, September 30, 2012
Gaslamp Theater / 701 Fifth Avenue / SD CA 92101

Celebrating the art and style of film for 10 years, SDFF hosts five full days of 75 film premieres, celebrity-frequented Q&A sessions and six of San Diego’s most glamorous parties.

www.sdff.org