Art Alive 2011: Floral Interpretations of Famous Works of Art

Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Art Alive 2011 Floral interpretations of famous works of art This unique exhibition of floral arrangements is created by more than 100 floral designers who take inspiration from the Museum’s renowned collection.  The Museum is transformed into a glorious spectacle of art and flowers, creating an enchanting spring exhibition punctuated by a host of special events. René van Rems, world-renowned floral designer, is returning as this year's Rotunda Designer after wide acclaim for his 2010 floral extravaganza. Opening Celebration Thursday, April 28,  7:00-11:00 p.m. Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Museum adorned with flowers and art, indulge in refreshing cocktails and cuisine, and celebrate the many facets of Art Alive’s brilliant past. This elegant, vibrant Opening Celebration will include: Cuisine and specialty cocktails from 25 of San Diego’s finest restaurants Music and dancing in the big tent One of a kind silent auction items Festive attire | Valet parking available $200 members/$250 nonmembers Read more. Masterpiece Ticket Last year, the Masterpiece Ticket winner took home the pink scooter. What would you choose? For only $100, enter a raffle where the winner takes home their choice of any silent auction item- before the bidding even begins! Only 300 Masterpiece Tickets will be sold. Multiple tickets may be purchased to increase your odds of winning. Winner will be selected before the commencement of Art Alive. Need not be present to win. Silent Auction Items Use of a private 5,000 square foot designer home in Whistler, Canada Hop across the pond to enjoy one week in a private flat in London Share a Padres suite behind home plate with 20 of your friends Scoot around town on an Il Bello Scooter from Point Loma Scooters Enjoy a year of date nights at some of San Diego's top restaurants- wine included! Invite 12 of your friends to join you for high tea and a private curated tour of a top Rancho Santa Fe private collection A complete list of silent auction items will be available on our website as the event approaches. Bouquet Bash: Lecture and Demonstration Friday, April 29 11:00 a.m. -12:30 p.m. $30 Members/$40 nonmembers Produced by René van Rems, enjoy a highly energetic program featuring top floral designers as they create a variety of wedding-themed bouquets and other decor. The latest fashions for gowns and guests will be on display. Emceed by Michelle Martin of M Bride with René van Rems, Carlos Franco, and Cathy Wright designing.    Read more. Flowers After Hours A posh party for San Diego's late night bloomers! Friday, April 29 7:00-10:00 p.m. $50 members/ $60 nonmembers/ Free for The Gallery The Museum and guests glow at this enhanced evening experience. Guests will enjoy captivating cocktails, tantalizing treats, art-making activities, and dazzling floral art. Purchase tickets early for this sell-out event! Read more. Garden of Activities Saturday & Sunday, April 30 & May 1 12:00-4:00 p.m. Free after Museum admission Experience a garden of projects for children and families to enjoy together.  Create flower arrangements from art materials, read nature-inspired stories, build a paper garden on the walls, and participate in a Museum-wide, flower-related search and find activity. Art Alive Signature Sponsor Audrey S. Geisel Dr. Seuss Fund at the San Diego Foundation Title Sponsor Corporate Partners Thank you for signing up to receive emails from The San Diego Museum of Art. Unsubscribe omsstraffic.2222@blogger.com from this list | Forward to a friend | Update your profile Our mailing address is: The San Diego Museum of Art 1450 El Prado, Balboa Park P.O. Box 122107 San Diego, CA 92112 Add us to your address book Copyright (C) 2011 The San Diego Museum of Art All rights reserved.