Reflections VII

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The seventh showing of Reflections a fine art exhibition by artists with disabilities was again, a tremendous success. This annual art-show was presented by CAL-Diego PVA and was on display in the Santa Fe Room of the Balboa Park Club from May 27 through June 4, 2006. Reflections VII was also made possible by the City of San Diego’s Parks and Recreation Department.

The reception for the artists evening was a delightful event of fine art, fine food and wines, music and company. Chef and owner Jeffrey Strauss of Pamplemousse Grill in Del Mar provided his usual fine assortment gourmet food. Executive Chef James Montejano of Café Japengo Restaurant also served his wonderful hors d´ouvres. The wines were provided by California Wines a division of Forest Glen and pianist, Isabel Catania added the final touch to the evening with great music.

The exhibition had many returning artists from years past as well as ten new artists who joined the fun. One artist has already started working on next year's art show. 116 pieces representing seven divisions were displayed.

Cal-Diego PVA members Billy Birch, Don Hyslop, Alan Johnson, Lee Lopez, Peter Mirche, Amir Pishdad, Rolla Rich, Jim Russell, and Moki Martin all submitted a variety of artwork in a variety of Medias.

Art exhibition judges, Marty and Tom Tiedeman of Escondido, volunteered their time to judge the show. They were amazed at the quality of art to be judged and stated it was difficult job to perform. For the fifth year in a row, Sam Bass of Radio KYXY, 96.5 graciously volunteered his time to serve as Master of–Ceremony and Auctioneer. Noted for his fine voice, quick wit and dedication to Reflections and people with disabilities, Sam was outstanding in entertaining and fundraising throughout the night.

The auctions, both live and silent, were fun events this year. Most of the displaying artists donated a piece of art to be auctioned to the reception guests with the proceeds going to Cal–Diego PVA. Auctioneer Sam Bass did an outstanding job in holding the audience´s attention while raising the prices of the auction pieces. The crowd´s favorites were a painting by Geer Morton and a decorated gourd art piece by Jim Russell, both Cal–Diego PVA members.

This year’s Featured Artist Featured artist was Cal–Diego PVA´s own Moki Martin of Coronado, California. Moki is known for his watercolors, paintings and drawings of still lifes and sea birds.

Reflections VII showcased two and three-dimensional fine art, which was judged for awards in eight different divisions with 1st ($100), 2nd ($50) and 3rd ($25) picked in each division. A Best of Show and Best of Show Runner-up were also picked. Both Sam and Moki presented the awards to the winning artists.

The Best of Show Award went to "Lochness," a beautiful painting by Kathleen Thompson. Best of Show Honorable Mention was an acrylic painting by Cal–Diego PVA´s own, Alan Johnson.

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