For more than sixty years, Mother Nature has transformed the rolling hills of North San Diego County into one of the most spectacular and coordinated displays of natural color and beauty anywhere in the world. The nearly fifty acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers that make up the Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch in Carlsbad, California, are in bloom for approximately six to eight weeks each year - from early March through early May - literally bringing the famous fields back to life. This annual burst of color, which has become part of the area’s local heritage, also is one of nature’s official ways of announcing the arrival of spring here in Southern California.

Experience the stunning juxtaposition of art and dance in this moving solo modern dance performance inspired by works in the Masters of Photography exhibition. The dance will be performed by Guillermo Castro, and is choreographed by Zaquia Mahler Salinas, Artistic Director of DISCO RIOT.

This premiere Virtual SDMA+ DISCO RIOT online performance will be shared on The San Diego Museum of Art YouTube channel.

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Enjoy an evening of ample tastes in San Diego wine country on a fully guided, VIP all-inclusive experience!

PERFECT for a romantic date night or any sparkling wine lovers!

NO NEED TO DRIVE! We'll pick you up directly from your hotel/residence*!

Champagne Vineyard Adventure Includes:**

• Approx. 3.5 hour*** VIP guided adventure to stunning and unique local vineyard.
• Ample tastings at one (1) custom-appointed winery (about 5 different wines!)
• Entertaining commentary on local history, and viticulture.
• Celebrate with bubbly to start off a lovely dinner!
• Wine tasting appreciation presentation, and guided winery tour.
• Delicious 4-course Winery Dinner with DESSERT!
• Complete coordination by San Diego Beer, Wine & Spirits Tours. 

On View: September 11, 2020 – March 7, 2021

Mary Ellen Mark (1940–2015) captured a captivating series a large-format Polaroid camera of twins and multiples at the annual Twins Days Festival in Twinsburg, Ohio over the summers of 2001 and 2002. The resulting series of extraordinary portraits shows, in astounding detail and clarity, the fascinating physical similarity of identical twins. Just as engaging are the subtle differences between each pair, confirming each twin’s individuality. Mark later interviewed many of her subjects over the phone. Amid a range of anecdotes and confessed frustrations, the intense bond shared between these special siblings is further illuminated in their personal statements. See these fascinating portraits on view now at The San Diego Museum of Art.