by Kevin Freitas


I was contacted by N Art Magazine last week, a virtual art magazine of sorts that is part blog and part television crew that covers the arts scene from "Southern California, to Los Angeles to Northern Mexico, Arizona and all points West." Their stated mission is: "To promote and foster appreciation of the arts in the area" and goes on to say, "N Art Magazine is created by artists for artists and those passionate about the arts. We showcase individual artists as well as explore the region's art happenings in an effort to enrich our varied culture." Excellent!, exactly what San Diego needs more of.

There always is a certain amount of serendipity in these types of encounters, which are for the most part, opportunities to be heard and showcased. I was fortunate enough to be interviewed about Art as Authority, while inside Luis de Jesus' Seminal Projects Gallery, when San Diego artist David Adey (and recent San Diego Art Prize nominee) still had his work on view. David also had the chance to be interviewed about the work, and I must say, came off like a pro before the camera. I won't say how many takes it took to get through mine!

There was also the opportunity to speak about the Exquisite Corpse dinner organized in support of the San Diego Visual Art Network. An original idea by Escondido artist and sculptor, Dave Ghirladucci, who contacted San diego artist Michele Guieu - a San Diego Art Prize nominee this year as well, and who later contacted me to join them. What a night! A six course meal, 6 performances, plenty of wine and good conversation, a live chicken, and plenty of DADA antics and absurd moments. Dave's son Alex, our silent Maitre d, insured that there was never a dull moment for our unsuspecting guests of twelve patrons.

N Art Magazine will be televising all this and more, this coming Sunday November 30 at 4pm on KGTV Channel 10 San Diego. Here is what else is in store for you from N Art Magazine:

The third episode of N Art Magazine is a cornucopia of visual and conversational delights. We've taken the ordinary elements of the holiday table and found artists whose work reflects them. Join us as we visit with acclaimed sculptor Boban, who creates dynamic figures out of silver spoons, ceramic artist Jake Allee, mixed media artist (and guest co-host) Simon Loli, glass artists from the Escondido Municipal Gallery, Art as Authority art critic and blogger Kevin Freitas, visual artist David Adey, a DADA inspired dinner, new Gallery Walk artists and a few surprises. You can enjoy this sumptuous feast with no calories on KGTV, Channel 10, on Sunday, November 30 at 4 p.m. For more information, contact Lisa Bebi at 619.916.9040 www.nartmagazine.com