Earlier Exhibits
January 29 - September 8, 2018
July 15 - September 8, 2018
Front Porch invites you to experience our annual juried exhibition featuring some of San Diego's most inspired contemporary artists. Rich in cultural diversity, San Diego County is home to some of the most vibrant and original artistic voices in California. This unique collection offers a sampling of works in an array of media, including paintings, mixed media, photography, fiber arts, and sculpture.
Image: Michael Orenich
May 20 - July 7, 2018
Front Porch Gallery invites you to experience Second Act, a collection of works by artists who found their calling later in life. From those who had long careers in other professions to those returning to a passion from both - the creative expressions in their work are as unique and varied as the stories that brought them to it. Come be inspired by the power of art to transform not only the viewer but the artists themselves.
Image: Patrick Murphy
March 25 - May 12, 2018
For centuries encaustic painting with its luminous color and three dimensional qualities has captivated artists. In Fusion,Heidi Rufeh, Jiela Rufeh and Josie Rodriguez, explore the transparent beauty and versatility of this ancient medium through modern lens. Personal narratives are layered on top of universal yearnings and fused in both two and three dimensional mixed media works. Come learn about the history of this mesmerizing medium while experiencing these uniquely moving works of art.
Images: Jiela Rufeh, Josie Rodriguez, Heidi Rufeh
January 28 - March 17, 2018
How does the process of aging shape our perspective? At what point does experience turn into wisdom? And how does art help transmit this invisible inheritance to future generations? This divergent group of artists from the Sargent Art Group explore the passage of time, unwinding familial, professional and cultural histories through painting, sculptures;pture, mixed media, photography and digital works. Come experience the stuff of life as seen through the creative lens of this passionate group of artists.
Images: Bob Coletti, Donna Dietrich, Marie Chapian, Michael Orenich