by Noella Noelophile®
A milestone anniversary is pretty exciting
It’s that much more so when the the milestone number is…eighty.
And that’s exactly what San Pedro Art Association invites you to celebrate with them, later this month! They’ll be hosting a 1930s art deco-style anniversary party on Friday evening, October 28th, at Ports O’ Call in San Pedro.
Live music, dancing and a silent auction will all be part of the fun, after dinner–and 1930s dress is encouraged! And you’re welcome to come and enjoy the party. Here’s the link for more information.
Since a group of local artists started SPAA in 1936, they’ve hosted all kinds of activities to support and nurture creative talent. Classes, gallery shows, art walks and other special events have all been a part of the creative mix.
One of my personal favorite SPAA activities is their “Harborwide All Grades Student Art Competition”, which starts just as schools are letting out for the summer. Students get to exhibit their work in CRAFTED year-round arts marketplace, in San Pedro, throughout July and August. But this isn’t just a matter of tacking some drawings up on the wall.
My introduction to the competition was a meeting with Steve Magee, of Steve Magee Framing, who is SPAA’s Vice-President. When we talked in 2014, he had just finished professionally framing all the entries–which came as a thrilling surprise to the young artists! (In addition, every exhibiting artist receives a ribbon, as well as art supplies. The winners get additional prizes!)
In addition, on the first Thursday of every month, SPAA hosts “First Thursday Art Walk”, with a monthly guided one-hour tour, live music in assorted venues and open studios where you can watch the artists at work.
Currently, they offer regular classes in photography and jewelry design, according to their website. And if you’re at CRAFTED, look for them onsite. They operate five booths, displaying the work of San Pedro local artists.
Meanwhile, it’s just about party time! Again, here’s the link for information–and Happy Birthday, SPAA! May you enjoy many more decades of supporting artists, of all ages, as they honor their creative gifts.
SPAA celebrates its 80th anniversary, art deco-style, with a plated dinner, a silent auction, raffle and dancing to Patti Orbeck and her Patti-O Band at Ports O’Call Restaurant, 1200 Nagoya Way in San Pedro, Friday evening, October 28th, 2016 from 6:00 to 11:00 pm.