Downey is home to one of the top rehabilitation facilities in the country, Rancho Los Amigos Hospital off of Imperial and Rives. Their extensive use of the visual and performing arts as a tool of healing has had a powerful impact on the lives of its patients over the years. The Downey Arts Coalition this… Continue reading The Art of Rancho – Nov 7th to 11th
Category: Visual Arts
Art on the Vine presents William Rademaker, Lissette Nicole De La Trinidad, Marita Nylen – Nov 3rd
Saturday November 3rd is our monthly “Art on the Vine” show, featuring local artists William Rademaker and Lissette Nicole De La Trinidad, along with Marita Nylén, a teacher and artist from Sweden who has fond memories of her time in Downey. An evening of watercolors, ink, chalk, ceramics and photography. Enjoy live music, food, and raffles of original artwork.… Continue reading Art on the Vine presents William Rademaker, Lissette Nicole De La Trinidad, Marita Nylen – Nov 3rd
Sculpture workshop with Jorge Del Toro – Oct 23
Downey resident and celebrated sculptor Jorge Del Toro will be featured as the demonstrator for the regular meeting of the Downey Art League, Tuesday October 23rd. The free workshop takes place from 7 to 9PM at the Barbara J Riley Community Center at Apollo Park. In June the Downey Art League voted in a new… Continue reading Sculpture workshop with Jorge Del Toro – Oct 23
Downey Museum of Art presents “A Day in Downey” Nov 8
DOWNEY MUSEUM OF ART proudly presents its rebirth event, “A DAY IN DOWNEY: A Visual Arts Show.” We invite you to join us for an evening of visual art from our prestigious collection along side art from local artists, photographers, and students in the community. Our mission is to create an event where our community… Continue reading Downey Museum of Art presents “A Day in Downey” Nov 8
Downey’s Stay Gallery Grand Opening & Launch Night Oct 11-12
It’s an exciting time to be an artist in Downey, as the new Stay Gallery opens this week in it’s “phase 1” form. The volunteer run, but city sponsored gallery is meant to become a hub for the arts movement in Downey, and fuel for revitalizing downtown. Join us Thursday night October 11th for their… Continue reading Downey’s Stay Gallery Grand Opening & Launch Night Oct 11-12
BalloonHead Short Film & Art Show Nov 18
Artist Polaris Castillo hails from South Gate, and has been an integral part of the art movement here in Downey, and a strong artistic voice locally. The DAC is proud to present the premiere of Polaris’s new short film “BALLOONHEAD” about his famed character. November 18th at the Epic Lounge in Downey, CA- 8239 2nd… Continue reading BalloonHead Short Film & Art Show Nov 18
Taste of Downey Art Show Photos
The city came out in force for the “Taste of Downey” Thursday September 20th. The Downey Art Vibe produced an art show in the lobby of the Downey Theatre with local artists on display as well as live music from musicians such as Amanda Brown. Jump to the posts on Downey Daily Photos for more,… Continue reading Taste of Downey Art Show Photos
From Our Eyes To Yours B&W Photography Show Oct 6th
Our monthly gallery event, Art on the Vine presents “From Our Eyes to Yours,” a photography show featuring all black and white photos. Several local photographers are participating, and a special exhibition of photographs from the late James Arthur Morris, whom the evening will be dedicated to. Arthur Morris was a pillar of the Downey… Continue reading From Our Eyes To Yours B&W Photography Show Oct 6th
Taste of Downey Art & Wine Festival Thursday Sept 20
The Downey Art Vibe and the soon-to-launch Stay Gallery will present an art show of local Downey artists, with some special pieces from the Downey Historical Society. The art show will take place in the lobby of the Downey Theatre during the city’s annual “Taste of Downey” festival featuring food from local restaurants and a… Continue reading Taste of Downey Art & Wine Festival Thursday Sept 20
Art on the Vine features Jose Lopes, Sergio Vasquez Sept 8
The September “Art on the Vine” features talented local artists Jose Lopes and Sergio Vasquez. The opening reception is this Saturday, September 8th, 7PM to midnight at Mari’s Wine Bar (8222 Firestone Blvd, Downey, CA 90241). Come prepared for art, culture, wine, live music and a raffle to take home an original work. Both artists… Continue reading Art on the Vine features Jose Lopes, Sergio Vasquez Sept 8