Vista Art Foundation

The Vista Art Foundation (VAF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization of artists and art-lovers that is committed to strengthening the community through arts programs, events, education, citizen participation and communication.  Our mission is to support and encourage artistic expression through all types of art by all age groups and across all segments of our diverse community.  

What's Going On...

Available Now!

Check out the Downtown Vista Made podcast that features stories about attractions, art and businesses as you walk around Downtown listening to the narrated tour: Downtown Vista self-guided tour – Vista Is Open

Alley Art on the Asphalt

July 22, 4-9 pm

Downtown Vista (Citrus Street)

  • Vendors
  •  Live Art Demos
  • Performers

Free admission

Vendor information – see below in Alley Art Festival section

Vendor information: 

 

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Where to Find Art

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The Vista Art Foundation is proud to support this autonomous group of north county San Diego artists working collaboratively to produce interactive art events and provide an affordable and accessible platform for established and emerging artists. Rotating art exhibits throughout the year. 110 S. Citrus Ave., Suite F

Public Art

From “Kites over Vista” to whimsical sculptures and community murals, Vista’s creativity is on full display. More information may be found on the City of Vista website.

Retail establishments and other places

Paintings displayed in restaurants, privately commissioned murals and sculptures can be found in a variety of restaurants, breweries and other establishments around the city. 

  • Helia Brewing, 1250 Keystone Way
  • Booze Brothers Brewing, 2545 Progress St.
  • Curbside Cafe, 307 Main St.
  • Found Lofts, 516 S. Santa Fe Ave.
  • Alta Vista Botanical Gardens, 1270 Vale Terrace Dr. 

Public Library

Located at 700 Eucalyptus Avenue in Vista, the public library features permanent exterior murals, sculptures and mosaics, in addition to rotating art exhibits inside.

The Civic Gallery is in the Vista Civic Center, located at 200 Civic Center Drive, on the second floor. Rotating exhibits.

Veterans' Writing Group

The Veterans’ Writing Group of San Diego County has published three anthology books with stories drawn from  life and military experiences. Each copy sold of these deeply personal and intimately relatable works allows the Veterans’ Writing Group to donate two copies to veterans’ organizations, military hospitals, local libraries, and USOs to help fellow veterans and their family members heal and grow from their experiences. The stories are sometimes hilarious, at other times heart-wrenching, but always ring true and are like no other. For more information: veteranswritinggroup.org

Alley Art Festival

 

Join Backfence Society & Vista Art Foundation as they collaborate for 2023 ALLEY ART ON THE ASPHALT in Historic Downtown Vista, Citrus Street,  on July 22 from 4-9 pm. This year’s event includes an artist market, interactive art displays, crafts and a variety of local musical acts.

Enjoy connecting with creatives and the community at our local art space.

This event is for all ages and FREE to the public!

Thank you to the City of Vista and the CVBID Board for the generous grant to make these events possible🖤

Vendors Wanted!

We are looking for creatives, makers, artists, and handmade goods. All works should be made, curated, or collected by the vendor.

Booths are $60-. Booths are approximately 10’x10′ (no electricity provided). Vendors should provide their own canopy (optional), tables, displays, chairs, etc. Load-in instructions will be sent out a few days before the event. No refunds – events are subject-to rain and at your own risk. The event is family-friendly, and please no drug paraphernalia – if you are unsure please email backfencesociety@gmail.com or Elevated760@gmail.com

Please submit your info here along with payment through Eventbrite…located in our bio:) prices vary depending on what you are selling.

Once payment is received you will be added to the Vendor/Artist group page on Instagram:)

If you can fill out this Google doc, you can be added to our newsletters for future dates and for our insurance purposes!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1QauVC_AHK_FroESp16H2j-G7o9JPqTQiJQqX6KGFSIQ/edit

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/alley-art-on-the-asphalt-tickets-514473673607 

Vista Art Foundation

artinvista@gmail.com