Art on the Vine this Saturday features two artists that dare to be different: Michael Temple, who is as deft with a paintbrush as he is with a brushes on a drum set. Robert Thome, who paints with a brush in his mouth, because of his disability. Also a special performance of the James Harman… Continue reading Art on the Vine presents Michael Temple, Robert Thome, blues legend James Harman
Category: Visual Arts
Downey/Warren Student Photography Show
Downey Art Vibe is back with a new event– this one’s to recognize the talented artists in our local high schools. Also, a free pastry from Porto’s Bakery just for showing up. All the art will be on sale, with over a hundred pieces on display. Don’t miss this one, they really know how to… Continue reading Downey/Warren Student Photography Show
Art on the Vine, May 5, features Mike Ferguson, Roberto Munguia and Jamie Rowland
Three unique artists will present their work Saturday night as part of “Art on the Vine” at Mari’s Wine Bar (8222 Firestone Blvd, Downey). The opening reception begins at 7PM and continues until late. Original works by the artists will be raffled off at 10PM. Join us for food, wine, music, and a great community… Continue reading Art on the Vine, May 5, features Mike Ferguson, Roberto Munguia and Jamie Rowland
Photos from the Downey Street Faire
A special thanks to our dedicated booth workers and promoters… including Pat Gil (coordinator & dreamer), Don Lamkin (successful raffle peddler), Carolina Del Toro (photog in residence), Jorge Del Toro (sculptor in residence), Barbara Briley Beard (paper pusher), Marisa Gedney (postcard pusher), Rocio Gonzales (painter in residence), Ricky Ostendi (illustrator in residence), Hector Silva (and… Continue reading Photos from the Downey Street Faire
Jorge Del Toro to Sculpt Live at Downey Street Faire
This Saturday, April 28th, the Downey Arts Coalition along with the Downey Museum of Art will host booths at the Downey Street Faire featuring the artwork of Jorge Del Toro, Ricky Ostendi, Rocio Gonzales, Hector Silva, as well as the museum collection. In a special demonstration, Del Toro will sculpt live in the booth, showing… Continue reading Jorge Del Toro to Sculpt Live at Downey Street Faire
Urban Acts: Staged Reading Series
Something new is coming for the city of Downey, a series of staged readings of new plays is being presented here by Urban Theatre Movement and the Downey Arts Coalition. It’s no secret that Downey doesn’t have anything currently in the way of contemporary drama produced in our borders. However, we have artists and performers… Continue reading Urban Acts: Staged Reading Series
Photos from Art on the Vine, April 7th
I arrived past 10PM, but this past Saturday’s “Art on the Vine” had been going strong with a large crowd since it opened at 7PM. Here are some photos from the current exhibit, and the people who’ve come out to enjoy it. Special thanks to the artists Isabelle Looper and Laura Sanchez for their fantastic… Continue reading Photos from Art on the Vine, April 7th
Downey Children’s Theatre: The Gallery
We’ve written about the history of the Downey Theatre before, which is something not widely known, since its been more than thirty years since the Downey Children’s Theatre effectively shut down. One of the Downey Arts Coalition ideas early on was to bring some of this history out into the open, to talk about the… Continue reading Downey Children’s Theatre: The Gallery
Art on the Vine, April 7th, presents Isabelle Looper and Laura Sanchez
This Saturday is the next “Art on the Vine” at Mari’s Wine Bar, 8222 Firestone Blvd across from Porto’s Bakery. The event starts at 7PM and features two passionate local artists, Isabelle Looper and Laura Sanchez. It should be a great night for community, culture, and conversation. Isabelle Looper is a fashion designer who’s worked… Continue reading Art on the Vine, April 7th, presents Isabelle Looper and Laura Sanchez
Art in Public Places considers including Venues
On Tuesday night March 13th, the Downey City Council will consider an amendment to it’s “Art in Public Places” ordinance, to allow the city to support city venues that display art for the public. Much of this change is due to the tireless behind the scenes work of the Downey Art Vibe and it’s founder Valentin Flores,… Continue reading Art in Public Places considers including Venues