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2/11/2022

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La Playa Gallery is excited to honor local impressionistic art phenoms, Claudia Verciani, Rudolph Ciarfella, and Cathy Carey, at a free wine & cheese reception Friday, February 11th, 2022, from 5-8 p.m. The exhibition entitled, Interpretative Landscapes: A Study on Stylistic Adoption, two juried artists and a promising newcomer make up the entirety of works displayed at this exhibition. As such, you may come away with a new favorite style and or a painting that remains a part of you and the family. Space is limited. Free tickets are available online through Eventbrite.

Invitation You are cordially invited to attend our Free wine and cheese reception for Claudia, Rudolph, and Cathy. Friday, February 11th, 2022, from 5-8 p.m. at La Playa Gallery. Join in the fun. Mark your calendar today. Click here to register for the reception. See you there! 

For a sneak peek click on artist name.

About the Venue and the Artists
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Claudia Verciani explores a kind and soft sensitivity to the atmosphere of a place. Stop by the gallery and see if you agree. Verciani’s paintings have this effect on people. She uses a moody, but positive, pallet to express both background and central figures. Whereas some artists use black to sharpen the final contrast edit of an object.  Claudia, however, uses striking whites to complete a resulting image.  This style accentuates without overdramatizing the natural setting of her figures.

Rudolph Ciarfella showcases his stylistic approach to the natural world at La Playa Gallery. Nurtured into the arts by both his mother and father, Rudolf found his passion early. His visual language is both rhythmic and balanced. He uses a style influenced by surrealism and collage. His directional line work and shapes balance positive and negative spaces in a way that is very pleasing to the eye. 

Cathy Carey, we’ve partnered with Cathy Carey for several quarters now.  Cathy paints the world as she sees it-through heartfelt love. A true impressionistic colorist, Carey uses vibrant, rich, and lively colors. The snap. Instantly you feel the energy of a Cathy Carey painting. If you find yourself at a loss, the beauty and confidence of a Carey painting will bring you back. Every Title has a Purpose In this show each of our chosen artists has taken a uniquely different pathway to portraying the natural world in all its unprotectedness, earthy, and raw beauty



Hope to see you here,

​Nikiza Shemu, Curator


7/13/2021

​La Playa Gallery's Wine and Cheese Reception for Maureen Blackhall

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​For July, La Playa Gallery is delighted to bring back for your enjoyment, San Diego impressionist painter, Maureen Blackhall. Blackhall delivers high-quality oil on canvas works of art which emerge from San Diego settings Maureen finds inspirationally meaningful. To honor her accomplishments in art, a wine and cheese reception for Maureen Blackhall will be held next week, Friday, July 23, 2021, from 4-6 p.m. at La Playa Gallery.
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About the Artist

In 2019, Maureen Blackhall was one of our most popular painters. We scheduled a return engagement. However, a pandemic got in the way. So now you know the good news. Maureen is back. The other good news is that Maureen has had more time to paint. Twenty-two of her newest works are now being displayed.
Thematically, Maureen Blackhall loves painting natural setting, inclusive of wildlife, seascapes, and landscapes of historically significance.

Nostalgia and Setting

In the regard Maureen puts her heart into her nostalgic paintings. She paints from childhood memories. Yet she does so with the confidence of a studied adult.  This is a powerful combination. In this exhibition you will observe this masterful combination crafted into ocean birds on the wing, backcountry settings and coastal settings reflecting what you love about San Diego.

Childhood and Study
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Encouraged to paint since she was as a child, Maureen Blackhall brings her trained eyes and delivery of thick oil on canvas into this gallery exhibition. Mark your calendar for Friday, July 23, 2021.
Both of Maureen’s were accomplished artists. Her niece, Melanie Florio, is a professional painter and illustrator. Growing up, everyone in the family painted. “In our family”, Maureen explains, “I found my true love of art in oil painting.”
Maureen has studied oil painting under the inspiration of Lela Harty, Melanie Florio, and Marjorie Taylor. She has also attended workshops with California artists Ray Roberts, Ron Goldman, Rita Pacheco, and Danny Griego.
So again, mark your calendar now for this reception as you will be given the opportunity to meet with and ask questions of this very accomplished and inspired San Diego-born painter.
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By now, if you have come to one of our receptions, you know. Gallery wine and cheese receptions are socially warm and friendly local gatherings. ​

9/23/2019

Thank you for coming out!

Our artist reception for, "Space & Surface: an Exploration in Art," on Sept 20th was great fun! Thank you so much for coming out to support our featured artists, Tracy Black and Greg Schaefer, and their amazing art. It was great getting to know new and familiar faces and to hear your views on this exciting collection of work.

The exhibition will be running through November 1, 2019 so feel free to come by the gallery during gallery hours (Monday - Friday, 10 am -4 pm). For more information, visit:

https://www.laplayagallery.com/current-exhibition.html
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Please feel free to contact us at laplayagallery@gmail.com or visit our gallery at 2226 Avenida de la Playa, La Jolla, CA 92037, Monday - Friday from 10 am - 4 pm.
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Studio Interview with Greg Schaefer!!

9/5/2019

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Erica Putis, La Playa Gallery's curator, had a chance to sit down with Greg Schaefer in his studio and talk about the process of creating his work.

​Schaefer will be one of La Playa Gallery’s featured artist for our new exhibition, "Space & Surface: and Exploration in Art." A craft beer, wine and cheese reception will be held on Friday, Sept 20, 2019 from 5 – 8 pm and the exhibition will run through Nov 1, 2019. Be sure to check back for more details! www.laplayagallery.com
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Studio Interview  with Cathy Carey!!

7/31/2019

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Studio Visit with Cathy Carey!!

Erica Putis, La Playa Gallery's curator, had a chance to sit down with Cathy Carey in her studio and talk about the process of creating her work.
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Carey will be La Playa Gallery’s solo featured artist for our new exhibition, "ESSENTIAL COLOR: and Other Dreams of Life." A wine and cheese reception will be held on Friday, August 9, 2019 from 5 – 8 pm and the exhibition will run through Sept 6, 2019. Be sure to check back for more details!


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Studio Interview with Krista Schumacher!

6/17/2019

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Studio Interview with Krista Schumacher!!

Erica Putis, La Playa Gallery's curator, had a chance to sit down with Krista Schumacher in her studio and talk about the process of creating her work.

Schumacher will be La Playa Gallery’s solo featured artist for our new exhibition, "Alla Prima." A wine and cheese reception will be held on Friday, June 28, 2019 from 5 – 8 pm and the exhibition will run through July 26, 2019. Be sure to check back for more details! www.laplayagallery.com
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Studio Visit with Ryan Tannascoli!

3/6/2019

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Studio Visit with Ryan Tannascoli!

Erica Putis, La Playa Gallery's curator, had a chance to sit down with Ryan Tannascoli in his studio and talk about him about the inspiration behind his work.

Tannascoli will be La Playa Gallery’s solo featured artist for our new exhibition, "Remembering the Promenade." A wine and cheese reception will be held on Friday, March 15, 2019 from 5 – 8 pm and the exhibition will run through April 12, 2019. Be sure to check back for more details! www.laplayagallery.com
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Take this opportunity to meet the artist and to discuss the inspiration behind his oil paintings. You won't want to miss this exciting show, "Remembering the Promenade."

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Meet the Artist, Ryan Tannascoli!

3/4/2019

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Meet the Artist - Ryan Tannascoli!

Meet Ryan Tannascoli, La Playa Gallery’s featured solo artist, at our opening reception with wine and cheese on Friday, March 15, 2019 from 5 – 8 pm. Tannascoli's exhibition, "Remembering the Promenade," will run through April 12, 2019. Be sure to check back for more details! www.laplayagallery.com


Ryan Tannascoli Biography

Ryan Tannascoli is a visual artist, native to San Diego, California. He creates paintings, drawings, sculptures, animation, collage and film. Ryan's work is characterized by exaggeration, simplification and breaking down the visual plane into separate shapes.

Ryan has been showing his art around San Diego for the last twelve years. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Media Arts and Animation from the Art Institute of San Diego and studied oil painting at the Art Academy of San Diego.

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Video Featuring Michael Panetta's Work!

2/11/2019

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​Michael Panetta is one of La Playa Gallery's featured artists for our current exhibition, "Future Tense." This exciting exhibition will run through March 1, 2019. Be sure to visit the gallery to see his work in person! For more information about Michael Panetta visit: www.laplayagallery.com
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Video  Featuring   Dennis  Palmer's  Work!

2/4/2019

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​Dennis Palmer is one of La Playa Gallery’s featured artists for our current exhibition, "Future Tense." This exciting exhibition will run through March 1, 2019. Be sure to visit the gallery to see his work in person! For more information about Dennis Palmer visit: www.laplayagallery.com
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Thank  you   for   coming   out!!

1/25/2019

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Thank you for your continued support!!Our artist reception for, "Future Tense," on Jan 18th was a success! Thank you so much for coming out to support our featured artists and their amazing art. It was great getting to know new and familiar faces and to hear your views on this exciting collection of work.
The exhibition will be running through March 1, 2019 so feel free to come by the gallery during gallery hours (Monday - Friday, 10 am -4 pm). For more information, visit:
https://www.laplayagallery.com/currentexhibition.html
Please feel free to contact us at laplayagallery@gmail.com or visit our gallery at 2226 Avenida de la Playa, La Jolla, CA 92037, Monday - Friday from 10 am - 4 pm.
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Happy   New   Year   &   Thank you!!

1/3/2019

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