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   The irregularly scheduled but always fun MOD SWAP is back! ObjectsUSA, Modern San Diego and collectors of Modernism from around Southern California and Mexico will bring together furniture, art, and design objects to sell and trade in an open market. Available items are all vintage, from the 1950s, ‘60s, and ’70s, and include paintings, sculpture, pottery, furniture, books, records, jewelry, and functional objects for indoor and outdoor use. WHEN: Saturday, September 19th – 9AM to 1PM WHERE: Advanced Metal Forming – 2618 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92113 Thanks to Greg at the  LWP Group for always being a great host. Word on the street is that some people have been called out of retirement for this one (fishing hats and all).  Don't miss it!

  Mod Swap is back!  On Sunday, September 25th, a group of Midcentury collectors will be gathering in San Diego to unload some great vintage goods.   Mod Swap is brought to you by  Objects USA ,  Modern San Diego  and  One Bunk . This event is part of  San Diego Design Week  2022, presented by  Mingei International Museum .  Objects USA, a three person collective of San Diego-based art and design enthusiasts, started the Mod Swap about 15 years ago as a way for friends and collectors to exchange vintage objects and artworks “for fun and for free.” From small gatherings of friends trading in private homes, partnerships with Modern San Diego and Greg Strangman of One Bunk helped it grow into an outdoor event open to the general public with many more participants offering their wares. This year, about 20 regional collector/vendors will participate in what remains a fun and free event focused on vintage craft, art and design. More here!...

Mod Swap is back!  On Saturday, September 11th, a group of Midcentury collectors will be gathering in San Diego to unload some great vintage goods.   Mod Swap is brought to you by  Objects USA ,  Modern San Diego  and  One Bunk . This event is part of San Diego Design Week  2021, presented by Mingei International Museum .  Objects USA, a three person collective of San Diego-based art and design enthusiasts, started the Mod Swap about 15 years ago as a way for friends and collectors to exchange vintage objects and artworks “for fun and for free.” From small gatherings of friends trading in private homes, partnerships with Modern San Diego and Greg Strangman of One Bunk helped it grow into an outdoor event open to the general public with many more participants offering their wares. This year, about 20 regional collector/vendors will participate in what remains a fun and free event focused on vintage craft, art and design. See the 2019 Mod Swap, here...

JACK ROGERS HOPKINS: California Design Maverick Curated by Katie Nartonis and Jeffrey Head, “Jack Rogers Hopkins: California Design Maverick"  highlights the life and work of the late San Diego based maker. The book is filled with never before seen period photos, drawings and ephemera from the Hopkins family. Dave Hampton wrote a section that covers Hopkins' history and place in San Diego. OBJECTS: USA 2020  revisits the 1969 groundbreaking exhibition, Objects: USA. The book looks at the history of the original exhibition curated by  Lee Nordness. It includes updated biographies on 50 artists from the original exhibition. Contemporary artists, such as my very good friend Tanya Aguiñiga, are included in the new volume by R & Company. They will also have an exhibition at their New York Gallery. Hood Century : 16 Modern Architecture Style Flashcards The Object in Its Place - Ted Cohen & the Art of Exhibition Design This book focuses on the creative life and lessons...

Mid-Century Collectors Circle A Conversation with Modern San Diego and Objects USA Jul 13, 2019 12:00 – 1:00pm At  San Diego Central Library Art Gallery Mingei welcomes local mid-century experts, collectors and enthusiasts Keith York from  Modern San Diego  and Dave Hampton and Ron Kerner from  "Objects USA"  to share their favorite acquisitions from the era, in conjunction with the show  CRAFTING OPPORTUNITY . Why is it so enjoyable to collect period art and artifacts today? What’s the impetus for becoming a collector? How does one start collecting? Join us in the Sculpture Garden on the rooftop of Central Library to exchange stories of mid-century favorites.  Moderated by Barbara Forsyth, Mingei's Senior Manager of Collections and Exhibitions. It's also a chance to see the exhibition before it closes on July 28th. More information, here .

Thanks to everyone who participated in Mod Swap and especially to our host, One Bunk .  The first few Mod Swaps took place between a group of friends in their backyards. We love that it still has the same spirit. Vintage Modern SD Lisa Cliff Collection and the Museum of California Design Greg Ledesma That's right, $1 architecture mags from  Modern San Diego . The Dave Hampton files Lisa Cliff Collection Cara Golden Pan dulce from Panchitas ! The  One Bunk  team and venue is top notch.

Another Objects USA show has come and gone. Many thanks to those who came. Dave Hampton put together a nice collection of Concrete Poetry pieces.  Works by Lynn G. Fayman Jack Boyd Ellamarie Woolley copper and mosaic plaque Richard Mills aluminum planter Kay Whitcomb, Phyllis Wallen and Jackson Woolley

OBJECTS: FALL 18 Vintage Art Exhibition and Sale Friday, Nov. 16 from 7-9pm Saturday, Nov. 17 from 10am-5pm Sunday, Nov. 18 from 10am-2pm  Ronis Fine Art - 1946 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92102  Objects USA , an online gallery and resource for midcentury art and design, presents Objects: Fall 18, the thirteenth in a continuing series of sales exhibitions.  Items for sale are all vintage, from the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s, and include paintings, sculpture, pottery, furniture and functional objects for indoor and outdoor use. Hard to find examples of California Design will be featured as well as artwork by midcentury San Diego artists and members of the Allied Craftsmen.

The annual Objects USA show in San Diego was a great success. Thank you to all who made it over.  The Kay Whitcomb wall A collection of Lynn Fayman photographs James Hubbell The next event is Mod Swap (December 9) and then Palm Springs Modernism (February 16-19)

After a seven year break,  Mod Swap is back!  On Saturday, December 9th, a crew of a dozen or so Midcentury collectors will be gathering in San Diego to unload some great vintage goods. Mod Swap was last held in 2010, which can be seen  here . The first was held at Keith York's Craig Ellwood house. Six swaps later,  it  will now be hosted by One Bunk  at their Barrio Logan headquarters. It's a great space and includes some indoor and outdoor areas. See more images at Hatch .