Share This: CURRENT EXHIBITION Experience artwork from the next wave of Masters of Art and Fine Art graduate students attending our local universities. So-Cal: A Graduate Introspective is a comprehensive exhibition which features works from a talented group of graduate students from Cal State Long Beach, Cal State Fullerton, Claremont Graduate University, University of California, Irvine and University of California, Riverside. Featuring a stunning variety of mediums, you will not want to miss this energizing exhibition. Come and see this show before it closes on March 2, 2012. 2nd ANNUAL PERFECT PAIRING WINE TASTING Sip divine wine, sample succulent foods and explore inspirational art at the Perfect Pair Wine Tasting event, hosted by the City of Brea Art Gallery and the Curtis Theatre. Set against the backdrop of the So-Cal: A Graduate Introspective art exhibit, you will receive a five- taste sampler from a variety wines with the option of selecting your favorite for a full pour. You can't have a wine- tasting event without food, and five local restaurants will be providing a food pairing to accompany each wine. Come out and eat, drink and be merry at this memorable night of food, music, wine and art. To see highlights from our event from last year, please click here. WHERE: City of Brea Art Gallery WHEN: Saturday February 25th, 2012 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm WHAT: Wine Tasting and Pairing event PRICING: $20 – When you add this event to Theatre tickets for the John Jorgenson Quintet performance $25 – Presale ticket price for the Wine Tasting event (must be purchased by February 22) $35 – Tickets purchased at the door (limited number of tickets available) Tickets can be purchased online or over the phone: The Curtis Theatre: www.curtistheatre.com // (714) 990 - 7722 City of Brea Art Gallery: www.breagallery.com // (714) 990 - 7731 Food and wine graciously provided by our local Brea sponsors: Corner Bakery, The Melting Pot, The Meat House, Trader Joes, El Torito Grill and Total Wine. THE JOHN JORGENSON QUINTET Travel the World with The John Jorgenson Quintet. Walk the streets of 1930s Paris, be transported to Greece, Latin America and back home with the jazz sounds of The John Jorgenson Quintet at the Curtis Theatre on February 25. Shows are at 5:00pm and 8:00 pm. Grammy winner, John Jorgenson and his quintet will enthrall audiences with original "gypsy jazz," the dynamic, string-driven swing created by Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli. Known as the founding member of the Desert Rose Band, revered for his dazzling fret work with the super-trio The Hellecasters, John Jorgenson is well-regarded in the music industry as a master of the guitar. In this show, virtuosic guitar, clarinet, violin, bousouki, bass, vocals and percussion take center stage in an upbeat, luxuriant evening of live music. www.johnjorgenson.com Tickets are $30 for adults, $26 for seniors and $23 for children. (Subscribers $23 -$27) Contact the Theatre Box Office at 714 990-7722 or order online here. (Mention coupon code "GUITAR” when ordering to receive tickets for only $23 - all ages!) UPCOMING ART WORKSHOPS ADULT OIL PAINTING: Enjoy learning the fundamentals of oil painting by attending one of our Oil Painting Workshops for Adults. In each of these 3-day workshops, students will learn how to paint a specific type of still life, subject matter or landscape. Each class focuses on the foundation of beginning and intermediate painting such as color theory, color mixing, and painting techniques. A focus on texture, value and reflective qualities will also be emphasized. All skill levels are welcome; individual attention will be given to each student. The paints used for this workshop are non-toxic, water-mixable oil paints. All materials, supplies and canvas are included in the $85 fee. Classes are held in the City of Brea Art Gallery in the Brea Civic and Cultural Center. Instructor: Daryl Gortner. Ages 14 and up are welcome. COURSE #8401: Painting automobiles & reflective surfaces Mar 06, Mar 13, Mar 20 6:30pm - 9:00pm, Tues To access our entire 2012 Workshop Calendar, or to view all dates and detailed descriptions on any of our workshops, click here to access the Workshop section of our website or call the City of Brea Art Gallery at 714.990.7730. GALLERY MEMBERSHIPS Our Gallery Memberships are now available. Memberships can be purchased in the Gallery and the cost per member is $19. By joining today, you can start enjoying your benefits from your membership right away. You will receive a personalized membership card in the mail within 7-10 business days. Gallery Memberships are valid for 12 months and members are entitled to the following benefits: • Unlimited admission to Gallery Exhibitions for you & a guest • 25% discount on all items in the Gift Shop • One free wine toast at Opening Receptions • Receive exclusive Member’s Only Newsletters • Invitations to special Members-only events In addition to these benefits, you can enjoy knowing that your membership will be supporting the City of Brea Art Gallery. For more information regarding Gallery Memberships, please call the Brea Art Gallery at 714.990.7730. You are receiving this email because you have expressed interest in the City of Brea Art Gallery either via email, our mailing list, or have been featured in an exhibit at the Gallery. Visit us on Facebook, Twitter, and online. www.breagallery.com• 714.990.7730 1 Civic Center Circle • Brea, CA 92821 OPEN: Wednesday through Sunday 12:00pm - 5:00pm .