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Art Alive

Art Alive 2008: April 11 through 13, 2008

Now in its 27th year, Art Alive is San Diego’s finest floral extravaganza and a favorite springtime tradition. This stunning display of art and flowers features the work of award-winning professional and amateur floral designers, who fill the galleries with live floral arrangements inspired by works in SDMA’s collection. The result is a vibrant display of color and texture, encouraging visitors of all ages to explore the Museum in a new way.

As the Museum’s only annual fundraising event, Art Alive provides critical financial support for important education outreach and exhibition development.


Members’ Preview
Thursday, April 10, 6:00–9:00 p.m.
Free for SDMA members

SDMA members are invited to an exclusive floral preview on Thursday evening. This sneak peek offers members a chance to mingle with the designers and enjoy live music. Members will also have the chance to vote for their favorite arrangements.

Floral Demonstration/Lecture with Jeff Leatham
Friday, April 11, 10:00–11:30 a.m.
$50 members/$60 nonmembers

This year’s event is marked by a cross-continental visit from Jeff Leatham, famed artistic director of the Four Seasons Hotel George V Paris. Known for bold arrangements that defy tradition, Leatham will dazzle audiences during his Floral Demonstration and Lecture.

Lily Luncheon
Friday, April 11, 12:00—1:30 p.m.
$100 members/$125 nonmembers

Immediately following Friday’s demonstration/lecture is the elegant Lily Luncheon held in The Prado’s grand ballroom.

Master Class with Jeff Leatham
Saturday, April 12, 9:00—11:00 a.m.
$90 members/$110 nonmembers

Come back to the Museum for an intimate, hands-on Master Class led by Leatham. Learn to create your own floral masterpiece from the world-renowned designer.

Family Arts Workshop
Saturday, April 12, and Sunday, April 13, 10:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m.
Free with Art Alive admission

Walk in and experience a garden of projects for children and families to enjoy together. Activities will include creating flowers from recycled materials, reading nature-inspired stories in the children’s reading area, and building a paper garden on the walls.

Champagne Celebration
Saturday, April 12, 7:00—8:30 p.m.
$500 individual/$1000 couple

Kicking off the Art Alive Gala, and exclusive to Honorary Committee members, the Champagne Celebration features culinary highlights from Mistral at Loews Coronado Bay Resort. Join Art Alive Honorary Chairs Tom Gildred, Elizabeth MacVean, and Anne Simmons for this and other exclusive pre-party events for Art Alive by becoming a member of the Honorary Committee. To enjoy these events and support Art Alive as a member of the Honorary Committee, please contact Alexandra Bitterlin at (619) 696-1920.

Art Alive Gala
Saturday, April 12, 8:00 p.m.—Midnight
$150 members/$175 nonmembers

Festivities culminate on Saturday evening with the Art Alive gala, named one of San Diego’s Top 10 Parties by San Diego Magazine. Soak up sounds from the City of Light, Paris, with live entertainment, cocktails, and gourmet cuisine from San Diego’s top chefs.

French Gardening Lecture
Sunday, April 13, 2:00 p.m.
$20 members/$25 nonmembers

Nan Sterman, renowned author and local garden guru, will provide the real dirt on planting a French garden in Southern California in this insightful lecture.

Museum Store
Stop by the Museum Store, offering the latest trends in home décor and garden-themed gifts. During Art Alive, noted jewelers Sheri Liebert and Bea Roberts will personally debut new pieces special to SDMA.

Art Alive Schedule of Events

Thursday, April 10
Museum closed to the public all day for Art Alive setup
6:00–9:00 p.m. Members-Only Preview

Friday, April 11
9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Exhibition open to the public
10:00–11:30 a.m. Jeff Leatham: Floral Presentation & Book Signing
Noon–1:30 p.m. Lily Luncheon

Saturday, April 12
9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Exhibition open to the public
9:00–11:00 a.m. Master Class with Jeff Leatham
7:00–8:30 p.m. Champagne Celebration
8:00 p.m.–Midnight Art Alive Gala

Sunday, April 13
9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Exhibition open to the public
2:00 p.m. French Gardening Lecture with Nan Sterman

Exhibition Admission Prices
SDMA members Free
General Admission
(including seniors, military, and students) $12
Youth (6–17) $5
Children five and under Free

Art Alive Ticketing Information
Special event tickets are limited and include free admission to Art Alive. They can be purchased:
IN PERSON: Visit the San Diego Museum of Art
Via FAX or MAIL: Download a ticket order form and fax to (619) 232-9367 or mail to San Diego Museum of Art
P.O. Box 122107
San Diego, CA 92112/2107

General admission tickets are available beginning January 10 and may be purchased:
IN PERSON: Visit the San Diego Museum of Art
ONLINE or by PHONE: Through Ticketmaster at www.ticketmaster.com or (619) 220-8497.

For group sales information, please contact Betty Lou Janney at (619) 696-1961.
For more information, please call the Art Alive Hotline at (619) 696-1999.