Some Things Don't Need An Answer

Hello My Darlings!

 

It is the beginning of the New Year,  and the beginning of Spanish Village's:

41st SMALL IMAGE SHOW in
Gallery 21 from
January 25th to February 28th
11 AM to 4 PM Daily
* Reception January 30th *
* 4:30 to 7 PM *
Admittance is free

The Small Image Show presents artwork, in all mediums, that can fit in a 10'' by 10'' cube. It is the Village's outreach and fundraiser inviting  San Diego artists to participate in this yearly, juried, show.










Come to the reception where observing funky to fine art,  conversing with artists, tasting yummy appetizers, listening to live music, window shopping the 37 art studios in the village, finding out who won the art prizes and awards, and just soaking in the ambience of art in our charming art village...most all the artwork is for sale.




As I watch Vicky and Michelle hang the show, I ponder the concept of BIG art and small art.  What is the smallest of small art, and what is the biggest of big art?  After considering this question like a dog chasing her tail, this is what I think...
Art, from quarks to smaller, from the universe to bigger, come from one's opinion and feelings....it can be as unique as the art.

Art, like Beauty, is in the mind of the beholder. 

I ran this question by Brandon, my poodle buddy, and he ignored me.  I asked Emily, the village squirrel, and

Franklin, the arachnophobic rat, the same question and I got blank stares.....Matilda, the canyon coyote, was engrossed in chewing a rabbit.....no one had an answer....

.....perhaps some things don't need an answer.





Come visit us in the Village! 
We are family and pet friendly!

Love and Kisses to my 2-legged and 4-legged friends,

Bella the blogging dog

Flowers, Love and Social Convention

Hello My Dears,
 

The tropical weather has subsided, and we are in paradise, again.

Over the weekend, Spanish Village Art Center celebrated the yearly 'Art in Bloom".
 

Artists paint their interpretations of the fresh floral arrangements in the courtyard, where visitors watch, enjoy, and talk to the artists.....Humans seem to be the only creatures on earth who imitate and express themselves through art.

Gifts from Mother Nature are plentiful.

Flowers give us colors, shapes, and fragrances.  Our eyes dilate with the pleasure of their beauty, and we savor their aromatic bouquet.

 

And, with further consideration, we see the lessons of aging....first the seed, then the young bud, then to its petals blossoming beauty, then the petals fall, and only the seeds remain to start the process over again. ..just like humans and dogs, if you think about it.

 

 

Mother Nature's plan of Life, and, ironically Death. 

It applies to all her living creatures, even human and dogs....if we are lucky.

Artists, throughout time, have tried to capture its entirety.
 

Over here, Brandon, my poodle buddy, Matilda, the canyon coyote, and I, lazily share a freshly dug hole, listening to Franklin, the village rat, and, Emily, the village squirrel, (who are a 'thing'), making bizarre conversations.  Apparently, Franklin, the rat, claims to have a great-great-great grandfather who was a quarter squirrel. Even more, Emily the village squirrel, claims her great-great-great-great grandmother was pure rat.  Brandon, Matilda and I, listen to the two jabber, look at each other, roll our eyes, and bust out laughing (Matilda howls).

 

 

Love is one thing, whereas, being  'in-love' surpasses everything.....paving new roads for social convention.  For me, I love my buddies and Spanish Village.  

 

You can visit Spanish Village and all its beauty, 7 days a week, from 11-4 PM weekdays, 11-5 PM weekends, free for all, pet and family friendly. We offer summer classes for kids and adults, and have usually live music.  Our artists love to create, sell, and discuss their artwork.     

We are ready to welcome you!
 

This year is Balboa Park's Centennial Celebration, too!

There is even more to see  throughout the park, because of the celebrations!
 

I think of all of you often, and hope to see you at the Village!

Love to all of you, 

 

Bella the Blogging Dog 

Woof!  Woof!

I love pizza and meatballs!

TWO LEGS, 4 LEGS

TWO LEGS, 4 LEGS

Ohhh! I just loved to watch the 1930's vintage social dancers last weekend at the History of Spanish Village kickoff....celebrating 80 years of artistic existence for San Diego County residents!

Dancers dressed in vintage costumes boogied to songs and music of that glorious era when 'Gone With The Wind' and 'Wizard of Oz' were created.  I watched the dancers interact with dance steps specific to different forms of dance! 

Oh! How it would feel to be a 2-legged and dance!













Brandon, my poodle buddy, and I, wag our tails, spin around, and tap our paws for doggy dancing.


We sat next to the cookies and tea, closely watching and hoping for dropped pieces of cookies to eat!

Laurie, Sue and Janet, volunteer artists at the village, spent most of last year researching the beginnings of our village.
Come enjoy what they have to share!

In the photo, Elizabeth, to the far right, is wearing her grandmother's sister's vintage hat!  OOO-LA-LA!



Roots and History are important.

Lai, in studio 26, said there was a Chinese Exclusion Act, during the birth of Spanish Village.
Sylvia, in studio 13, a Native American, said her people were still on reservations.
Jihmye, an African-American, said at that time, Blacks were separated from Whites.

And now, on our 80th birthday, Spanish Village has spread its roots and branches of history to be inclusive to all....providing you are a San Diego County Resident.

It is a colorful and diversified tree.

Trees are good.  They give us shade and something to dig under.

And remember, my dears......

THE SMALL IMAGE SHOW!
Reception: January 31, 2015
From: 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Lots of finger foods, live music, fun, and awards!
Come see juried art that is equal to or less than 10''x10''.
Talk to the regional artists and see their art shine!
The History of Spanish Village room is adjoining to the show
and will be open for your enjoyment, too!

And, just a small, itty bitty request.....Franklin, the arachnophobic rat, Brandon and I, would greatly appreciate dropped pieces of yummy this and thats for us to eat.


I love you, my dears!

Bella the Blogging Dog....woof! woof!

''SPRING IS HERE!''

The village Jacaranda trees are covered with lavender blossoms, Judy's flowers are blooming up and down the patio....it is a time for new life and new beginnings.

 

ANOTHER KIND OF NEW BEGINNING....

 

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Come check out our NEW MEMBER SHOW!

Gallery 21, in Spanish Village, is hosting the New Member Show from April 30th to May 12, 11 AM to 4 PM daily.

Enjoy the visual creations by newly juried members of Spanish Village, who are emerging or seasoned artists, proud to share their creations, expressed in many different mediums.

A RECEPTION on Saturday, May 3rd, from 4 PM to 7 PM, Gallery 21, in Spanish Village, welcomes everyone to see the art, meet the artists, munch on the goodies, listen to the live music, and seep in the good vibes.

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As usual, Spanish Village and this reception  is FREE to the public.

We are family and pet friendly.

 

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THE EASTER EGG HUNT.....was a success.  (Aagghhh!  I feel like burping up eggs!).  Brandon, my poodle buddy, and I, spoke to Erika, the rag doll cat, about eating Margaret's baby rats.  Erika has conceded not to eat them anymore, only because we said Matilda, the canyon coyote, wanted to masticate on a plump, juicy, cat!  Hopefully, there will come a time when everyone knows it is not nice to kill and eat eachother.

 

 

In the meantime,  my two-legged friends, as H.G.Wells wrote: ''If the world does not please you, you can change it''. 

 

As for me, art, life, and change are synonymous.  

 

Everyone! Come to the New Membership Show!

 

Until later, my loves!

Bella

WOOF!  WOOF!

CHATTER-CHILDREN AND CLASSES

Summer days last til around 7:30 PM, when the sun sets. 

Still, the children's art classes, mornings and afternoons,  give aspiring, young, artists, exposure to clay, painting, mixed media and so much more.

I lie underneath the jacaranda tree, in my cool, freshly dug hole, and listen to the chatter of the children and the birds.  Lunch time is always a special treat because the children are quite generous with sharing bits of lunch....although, I could do without anymore bologna or string cheese.

Come enjoy the Village and rub my tummy!

Love,

Bella

I LOVE 2 PARTY!!!

artist Weston Riffle "Imperial Valley"                                                       Images are Copyright Protected" Hi Everyone,   Did you go to the Small Image Show's reception last Saturday night? If you didn't want to brave through the opaque fog, or the rain, here are some photos of the BIG taa-doo about small art!                                                                             BOW WOW! artist Ally Benbrook "Stubby Dog" Images are Copyright Protected   And, remember, it is free to the public, and runs 11 AM-4 PM, 7-days a week, until Feb. 25th!! Come enjoy! Come Buy! Come and say 'hi' to me!                                                  Everone seems to be enjoying the show   Looks Like my friend Barbara was having fun!   So, take care my 2-legged friends.  We are pet & family friendly! Bella