Join us for the ICA’s annual Ceramics Sale inside our gallery surrounded by the colorful artwork of Nathalie Miebach. Stock up on this year’s holiday gifts, or just find a treasure for yourself, ceramics include functional pottery, jewelry, and sculpture designed by local artmakers from the ICA’s Ceramics Studio. Other gift ideas include ICA Membership...
Join us for the ICA’s annual Ceramics Sale inside our gallery surrounded by the colorful artwork of Nathalie Miebach. Stock up on this year’s holiday gifts, or just find a treasure for yourself, ceramics include functional pottery, jewelry, and sculpture designed by local artmakers from the ICA’s Ceramics Studio. Other gift ideas include ICA Membership...
Join exhibiting artist Manuel Alejandro Rodríguez-Delgado as he takes a small group through our North campus exhibition spaces and a stroll through our outdoor sculpture garden. Sunday Tours begin at 12:30pm in the Education Pavilion (1578 S. El Camino Real). Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in. Choose your Sunday tour in Encinitas below!...
Members at the Supporter Level ($500) or above, please contact Rebecca Crosbie, Membership Coordinator, to learn more and participate: rebecca@icasandiego.org. Join the Insider Series for a Studio Visit with ICA's current Artist in Residence, David Peña. Please login or purchase a membership to unlock access to tickets! Register Here (Members, log in to your right)...
Join exhibiting artist, Manuel Alejandro Rodríguez-Delgado as he takes a small group through his exhibition, Futuros Itinerantes at our North campus. Sunday Tours begin at 12:30pm in the Lower Pavilion (1578 S. El Camino Real). Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in. Choose your Sunday tour in Encinitas below! RSVP
The Institute of Contemporary Art San Diego would like to express our sympathy for all of those affected by the fires in the Los Angeles area. As an organization committed to building a vibrant community through the transformational power of art, we would like to offer our North campus in Encinitas as a donation drop-off site for needed items as requested by organizations on the ground in Los Angeles. We’ll be back with an update soon to share more details.
Join us today Tuesday til Friday (Jan. 14 - 17), 9am-5pm. WiFi and power strips available, as well as coffee provided by Pannikin Coffee & Tea. We also offer lots of free parking onsite.
Please join us at ICA San Diego / North on Saturday, January 18 for the opening of Ethan Chan & David Peña: Heavy as Ghosts. This free art event in San Diego is part of ICA's commitment to reduce barriers to contemporary art in our community. 4 PM - 6:30 PM | All-Ages Art Making ...
Join our Engagement Guides as they take a small group through our North campus exhibition spaces and a stroll through our outdoor sculpture garden. Sunday Tours begin at 12:30pm in the Education Pavilion (1578 S. El Camino Real). Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in. Choose your Sunday tour in Encinitas below! Beginning in...
Teen Wheel Thowing (Jan 21-Feb 25, 4-6pm) Class Schedule Tuesdays, 4pm – 6pm Six-Week Session January 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18, 25 Teaching Artist Megan Walker Ages 13-17 Description In this six week class students ages 13-17 will begin by learning the basics, focusing on 3 essential steps of the throwing process: centering, opening, and pulling....
Beginner and Intermediate Wheel Throwing (Jan 22-Feb 26, 5:30-8:30pm) Class Schedule Wednesdays, 5:30pm – 8:30pm Six-Week Session January 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19, 26 Teaching Artist Aeriel French Description In this class designed for beginner to intermediate students, participants will learn step-by-step the fundamentals of wheel throwing, trimming and glazing. It’s the perfect class...
Youth Ceramics (Jan 22-Feb 26, 3:30-5pm) Class Schedule Wednesdays, 3:30pm – 5:00pm Six-Week Session January 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19, 26 Teaching Artist Yuso Lee Ages 8-12 Description Children ages 8-12 will have the opportunity to explore how to shape clay as a creative medium. They will learn wheel throwing and hand-building techniques as well as...
Whether you’re a beginner looking to demystify camera settings, or an experienced photographer building your portfolio, take your skills to a new level in Foundations of Digital Photography! This hands-on class covers essential skills, including camera settings, exposure, focus, and composition. Learn how to confidently use your camera in both manual and automatic modes while discovering the fundamentals of lighting and framing that bring images to life.
Whether you’re a beginner looking to demystify camera settings, or an experienced photographer building your portfolio, take your skills to a new level in Foundations of Digital Photography! This hands-on class covers essential skills, including camera settings, exposure, focus, and composition. Learn how to confidently use your camera in both manual and automatic modes while discovering the fundamentals of lighting and framing that bring images to life.
All Levels Wheel Throwing (Jan 25-Mar 1, 11am-2pm) Class Schedule Saturdays, 11am – 2pm Six-Week Session January 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22, March 1 Teaching Artist Max Anderson Description With a main focus on functional pottery, beginner students will learn how to use the equipment in the studio and how to use the wheel...
Whether you’re a beginner looking to demystify camera settings, or an experienced photographer building your portfolio, take your skills to a new level in Foundations of Digital Photography! This hands-on class covers essential skills, including camera settings, exposure, focus, and composition. Learn how to confidently use your camera in both manual and automatic modes while discovering the fundamentals of lighting and framing that bring images to life.
Light up your creativity in our Tea Light Holder Ceramics Workshop! In this cozy and fun-filled session, you’ll learn to craft beautiful, personalized tea light holders from clay, perfect for adding a warm glow to any space.
Sculpture: The Animal Figure (Jan 25-Mar 10, 5:30-8:30pm) Class Schedule Mondays, 5:30pm – 8:30pm* Six-Week Session January 25, February 3, 24, March 3, 10 Teaching Artist Suzanne Lussier Description Unleash your creativity in our “Sculpture: The Animal Figure” ceramics class! In this specialized workshop, you’ll learn to sculpt lifelike and imaginative animal figures using clay....
Join our Engagement Guides as they take a small group through our North campus exhibition spaces and a stroll through our outdoor sculpture garden. Sunday Tours begin at 12:30pm in the Education Pavilion (1578 S. El Camino Real). Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in. Choose your Sunday tour in Encinitas below! Beginning in...
Ages 16 and up. Skills Learn to use the wheel, how to throw, center clay, and alter shapes. Sunday, Sunday, February 14, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm Location ICA North/Encinitas Campus 1578 S. El Camino Real, Encinitas 92024 Tuition $50 per person, additional $20 for trim plus choice of glaze and firing If you'd like...
Please join us at ICA San Diego / Central on Saturday, February 15 for the opening of afra eisma: hush. This free art event in San Diego is part of ICA's commitment to reduce barriers to contemporary art in our community. 4:00 - 5:00 pm | Soultry Sisters Mindful Movement Meditation and Reflection Workshop Are...
Join our Engagement Guides as they take a small group through our North campus exhibition spaces and a stroll through our outdoor sculpture garden. Sunday Tours begin at 12:30pm in the Education Pavilion (1578 S. El Camino Real). Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in. Choose your Sunday tour in Encinitas below! Beginning in...
Hear artist Afra Eisma in conversation with ICA curator Jordan Karney Chaim, speaking about themes, inspirations, and processes behind her work. Following the talk, participate in a lively speed friending event designed to spark conversations and forge new connections within the creative community.
Date: Sunday, February 23, 11am-2pm Tuition: $75; members: $67.50 using discount code ICAMEMBERSAVE Join us for a unique Clay and Mindfulness wheel throwing class, where creativity meets tranquility! This engaging session combines the art of pottery with mindfulness practices to help you connect with yourself and your surroundings. Throughout the class, you will learn the fundamentals of...
Join Art of Elan starting at 5:00pm for drinks at the cash bar and an opportunity to explore afra eisma’s exhibit hush. Art of Elan returns to the ICA San Diego / Central campus to present “A Collective Breath,” inspired by the colorful and imaginative exhibit by afra eisma. The musical program includes the world...
Beginning Saturday, March 1, join us in Encinitas for even more ways to interact with contemporary art! Weekly Wellness Saturdays at ICA North expands on our 2025-2026 exhibition season theme, On Healing. The exhibitions are part of a year-long exploration of the ways artists address the various socio-cultural wounds revealed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Similarly,...
Join our Engagement Guides as they take a small group through our North campus exhibition spaces and a stroll through our outdoor Garden, and Sculpture Trail. Our Engagement Guides are trained to encourage individual interpretation of our contemporary art exhibitions. New to art? Just bring an open mind (plus closed-toe shoes for safety and comfort...
Spend your next friend get-together or date night in our ceramics lab by giving it a spin! Our open lab hours will allow you to try out work on the wheel.
Join us in Encinitas for even more ways to interact with contemporary art! Weekly Wellness Saturdays at ICA North expands on our 2025-2026 exhibition season theme, On Healing.
Join our Engagement Guides as they take a small group through our North campus exhibition spaces and a stroll through our outdoor Garden, and Sculpture Trail. Our Engagement Guides are trained to encourage individual interpretation of our contemporary art exhibitions. New to art? Just bring an open mind (plus closed-toe shoes for safety and comfort...
join us in Encinitas for even more ways to interact with contemporary art! Weekly Wellness Saturdays at ICA North expands on our 2025-2026 exhibition season theme, On Healing. The exhibitions are part of a year-long exploration of the ways artists address the various socio-cultural wounds revealed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Similarly, the associated programs and events...
Discover the ancient Japanese art of kintsugi, a philosophy that celebrates flaws and imperfections by mending broken pottery with gold. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn to repair ceramics using traditional techniques and materials, transforming cracks into stunning veins of beauty.
join us in Encinitas for even more ways to interact with contemporary art! Weekly Wellness Saturdays at ICA North expands on our 2025-2026 exhibition season theme, On Healing. The exhibitions are part of a year-long exploration of the ways artists address the various socio-cultural wounds revealed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Similarly, the associated programs and events...
Join our Engagement Guides as they take a small group through our North campus exhibition spaces and a stroll through our outdoor Garden, and Sculpture Trail. Our Engagement Guides are trained to encourage individual interpretation of our contemporary art exhibitions. New to art? Just bring an open mind (plus closed-toe shoes for safety and comfort...
join us in Encinitas for even more ways to interact with contemporary art! Weekly Wellness Saturdays at ICA North expands on our 2025-2026 exhibition season theme, On Healing. The exhibitions are part of a year-long exploration of the ways artists address the various socio-cultural wounds revealed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Similarly, the associated programs and events...
All Levels Wheel Throwing (April 5-May 10, 11am-2pm) Class Schedule Saturdays, 11am – 2pm Six-Week Session April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10 Teaching Artist Bill Henke Description With a main focus on functional pottery, beginner students will learn how to use the equipment in the studio and how to use the wheel while...
join us in Encinitas for even more ways to interact with contemporary art! Weekly Wellness Saturdays at ICA North expands on our 2025-2026 exhibition season theme, On Healing. The exhibitions are part of a year-long exploration of the ways artists address the various socio-cultural wounds revealed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Similarly, the associated programs and events...
Spend your next friend get-together or date night in our ceramics lab by giving it a spin! Our open lab hours will allow you to try out work on the wheel.
Youth Ceramics (April 7-May 12, 3:30-5pm) Class Schedule Mondays, 3:30pm – 5:00pm Six-Week Session April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12 Teaching Artist Yuso Lee Ages 8-12 Description Children ages 8-12 will have the opportunity to explore how to shape clay as a creative medium. They will learn wheel throwing and hand-building techniques as well as...
Nerikomi: Unveiling the Technique of Colored Clay Patterns (April 8-May 13, 11am-2pm) Class Schedule Tuesdays, 11am – 2pm Six-Week Session April 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13 Teaching Artist Deb Kaller Description In this comprehensive class, students will learn the intricate art of staining porcelain and using colored clay to craft stunning patterns and...
Teen Ceramics (April 8-May 13, 4-6pm) Class Schedule Tuesdays, 4:00pm – 6:00pm Six-Week Session April 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13 Teaching Artist Megan Walker Ages 13-17 Description In this six week class students ages 13-17 will begin by learning the basics, focusing on 3 essential steps of the throwing process: centering, opening, and pulling. Students...
Beginner and Intermediate Wheel Throwing (April 9-May 14, 5:30-8:30pm) Class Schedule Wednesdays, 5:30pm – 8:30pm Six-Week Session April 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14 Teaching Artist Aeriel French Description In this class designed for beginner to intermediate students, participants will learn step-by-step the fundamentals of wheel throwing, trimming and glazing. It’s the perfect class...
In partnership with ICA San Diego / North in Encinitas, Art of Elan presents a musical program that explores identity and how it informs our various roles as individuals, family members, and members of society in general.
Join us in Encinitas for even more ways to interact with contemporary art! Weekly Wellness Saturdays at ICA North expands on our 2025-2026 exhibition season theme, On Healing. The exhibitions are part of a year-long exploration of the ways artists address the various socio-cultural wounds revealed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Similarly, the associated programs and...
Embrace your green thumb in this Chia Pet Ceramics Workshop! Perfect for the whole family, this fun and engaging workshop will guide you through the process of designing and shaping whimsical ceramic figures that sprout vibrant greenery.
Discover the art of seeing with intention. This class blends photography with mindfulness practices, helping you slow down, observe the world more deeply, and capture meaningful images. Through guided exercises and creative prompts, you’ll learn to use your camera as a tool for presence, reflection, and personal expression.
Through guided photo walks, in-depth discussions, and personalized feedback, you’ll gain the confidence to photograph the streets with creativity and purpose. Whether you’re using a DSLR, mirrorless camera, or smartphone, this class will help you develop a keen eye for the unexpected and build a portfolio of powerful street images.
Join us in Encinitas for even more ways to interact with contemporary art! Weekly Wellness Saturdays at ICA North expands on our 2025-2026 exhibition season theme, On Healing. The exhibitions are part of a year-long exploration of the ways artists address the various socio-cultural wounds revealed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Similarly, the associated programs and events...
Join us in Encinitas for even more ways to interact with contemporary art! Weekly Wellness Saturdays at ICA North expands on our 2025-2026 exhibition season theme, On Healing.
Have a museum membership? For the month of May, receive free reciprocal admission to participating museums as part of San Diego Museum Council's Big Exchange!
