Leucadia merchants assess next steps after fire destroys building

Julia Shapero

October 8, 2019

The cause of a fire that tore through four local businesses in Leucadia is still unknown, authorities said. By Oct. 8, the merchants had collectively raised more than $23,000 toward rebuilding.

San Diego Comic-Con marks milestone for Carlsbad artist

Meghan Lanigan

July 26, 2019

Carlsbad artist and designer N.C. Winters had shown his artwork at Comic-Con before, but 2019 marked a milestone. This year marked the 50th anniversary of Comic-Con and the first time Winters decided to have his own full booth at the event.

Encinitas artist guides young students through creativity at summer camp

Meghan Lanigan

July 8, 2019

One Encinitas woman’s passion has been to keep children connected to art, and for the past 27 years, Carla Funk, artist and published poet, has merged art with learning at a camp she hosts for kids in her back yard every summer.

ENCINITAS: ‘Art Night’ showcases artists and galleries Feb. 23

February 16, 2019

ENCINITAS — Enjoy an evening of art Saturday, Feb. 23, from 6 to 9 p.m. as Encinitas civic and local art galleries open their doors for “Art Night Encinitas.” The event, launching a bimonthly showcase, will celebrate the city’s diverse visual art scene at seven participating locations and is...

ENCINITAS: See art of Rachel Mica Weiss at Lux through Jan. 12

January 3, 2019

ENCINITAS — The work of Lux Art Institute Artist in Residence Rachel Mica Weiss is on display at the institute through Jan. 12. Weiss incorporates her education in psychology to examine the experiential nature of architectural forms in relation to the human body, according to the institute. During...

Cool on the Coast: Jump into October with these fall festivities and events

Antonio Pequeño IV

October 15, 2018

Your monthly roundup of events in Encinitas, Carlsbad, Del Mar, Solana Beach, Oceanside and the region.

Encinitas seeks high school, college artists for mosaic project

North Coast Current

September 28, 2018

The city of Encinitas invites college and high school artists to participate in a permanent installation of mosaic panels at the Interstate 5 undercrossing at Santa Fe Drive, the city recently announced.

ENCINITAS: Feb. 11 Art Guild reception highlights 3 artists

February 2, 2017

ENCINITAS — The San Dieguito Art Guild invites the public to a free reception at the Off Track Gallery on Feb. 11, 4-7 p.m., highlighting the work of three member artists. Visitors will see the work of Cheryl DeLain (jewelry), Pat Smart (batiks) and Carla Funk (ceramics). Refreshments will be served....

OCEANSIDE: College artists profiled in May show at Kruglak Gallery

May 5, 2016

OCEANSIDE — Kruglak Gallery presents “Praxis May Vary,” an exhibition of art by 17 rising artists from Oceanside’s MiraCosta College, May 23-26. “Praxis May Vary” features small- and large-scale works in a range of forms including painting, performance, glass blowing, sculpture, photography...

ENCINITAS: Take mom on artistic tour May 7 and 8

May 5, 2016

ENCINITAS — The nonprofit San Dieguito Art Guild hosts its 2016 Mother’s Day Weekend Art, Garden and Studio Tour 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on May 7 and 8. Take your mom or friends on a leisurely tour of eight North County homes where you can peek into an assortment of artists’ studios, peruse more then 30...

ENCINITAS: Learn photo, basket-making skills March 5 at garden

March 3, 2016

ENCINITAS — The San Diego Botanic Garden offers two classes for residents March 5. From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., learn to capture photos using high-dynamic range techniques with instructor Bob Bretell. HDR is a photography technique that well-suited for any subject matter including flowers, portraits, architecture...

Cool on the Coast: Farm-fresh start to the new year in January

Layla Marino

January 15, 2016

“New year, new you” is a slogan we’re all familiar with when it comes to that first day of a new year. New Year’s resolutions amount to trying new things and getting out there for more fun and fulfillment. The northern coast of San Diego County is an excellent place to make these resolution dreams a...