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Current & Upcoming Events
June 11th - July 6th, 2025 - San Diego County Fair, Exhibition of Fine Art- Mission Tower, Open Daily, 11am-10pm
July 4th, 2025 - SDWS First Friday, July Exhibition - The San Diego Watercolor Society Gallery, Liberty Station. Reception 5 - 8pm
July 12th, 2025 - 8th annual PROUD+ Exhibition - The Studio Door, Hillcrest. Opening reception 6 - 9pm
July 26th, 2025 - Ashton Art Gallery Juried Regional Exhibition / Opening reception + Artists Open Studios 4 - 7pm
August 1st, 2025 - SDWS First Friday, Aug Exhibition - The San Diego Watercolor Society Gallery, Liberty Station. Reception 5 - 8pm
August 30th, 2025 - Ashton Art Gallery Juried Regional Exhibition / Opening reception + Artists Open Studios 4 - 7pm
September 13th, 2025 - 5th Annual San Diego Coastal Art Studios Tour. More information to come
September 27th, 2025 - SDWS International Exhibition FIRST LOOK/ARTIST GALA & AWARDS CEREMONY (INVITE ONLY):
September 28, 2025 - SDWS International Exhibit ARTIST BREAKFAST (INVITE ONLY): https://www.sdws.org/shows.php?ID=39
September 28, 2025 - October 31, 2025 - 2025 International Exhibition OPEN, The San Diego Watercolor Society Gallery 11am - 3pm daily
October 3rd, 2025 - SDWS First Friday, Oct Exhibition - The San Diego Watercolor Society Gallery, Liberty Station. Reception 5 - 8pm
October 4th, 2025 - Ashton Art Gallery Juried Regional Exhibition / Opening reception + Artists Open Studios 4 - 7pm
November 7th, 2025 - SDWS First Friday, Nov Exhibition - The San Diego Watercolor Society Gallery, Liberty Station. Reception 5 - 8pm
November 8th, 2025 - Ashton Art Gallery Juried Regional Exhibition / Opening reception + Artists Open Studios 4 - 7pm
December 5th, 2025 - SDWS First Friday, Dec Exhibition - The San Diego Watercolor Society Gallery, Liberty Station. Reception 5 - 8pm
December 13th, 2025 - Ashton Art Gallery Juried Regional Exhibition / Opening reception + Artists Open Studios 4 - 7pm
ACCEPTED
On the Horizon - 24 x 18
Artist Reception Saturday, July 12, 2025
The Studio Door
3867 4th Ave
San Diego, CA 92103
ON DISPLAY
Parting Sky - Acrylic 40x60 Diptych
Juried Regional Exhibition “Baywatch” Showing thru June.
Ashton Art Gallery
4434 30th St, San Diego, CA 92116
ART IS NOT A HOBBY
Summer 2025
Sit Down Interview with Phurlamu
Watch the Full Video Here on Youtube:
THIRD PLACE
Dreamscape Acrylic 36x48
San Diego County Fair Exhibition of Fine Art
Showing June 11 - July 6
Mission Tower / San Diego
2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA
Beyond the Boundaries: An Exploration in Abstract Art
I'm thrilled to unveil a brand-new series now available on my website. ️
Featuring rich textures, earthy tones, and strong, expressive designs—each piece invites you into a layered visual story. And yes—free shipping within the continental U.S.!
Browse the full collection and let me know which one resonates with you.
People’s Choice
Echoe’s From the Deep (SOLD)
60 x 48 Acrylic on Canvas
Exhibition Dates: April 8th - 21st, 2025
Village Arts Outreach Studio 21, Spanish Village, Balboa Park
1770 Village Place, San Diego, CA 92101
Open Studios
Visit Studio 2 (second floor)
OPEN Mon-Sat 10:30AM-4PM
Ashton Gallery @ Art on 30th 4434 30th Street, San Diego, CA 92116 619-894-9009
“Beyond the Boundaries”
An Exploration in Abstract Art
Just wanted to say..
Thank you to everyone who attended my solo exhibition. Seeing familiar faces and meeting new ones, hearing your thoughts about the work made it a special experience. ️
I’m incredibly grateful for the support, encouragement, and love from my art community, collectors, and friends.
I had so much fun and took attendance everyday!
A bit of Show info, we sold 13 paintings and I acquired 2 new commissions!
Over 1,500 people came through during the 2-week show — from international visitors to my incredible San Diego art community. You all showed up and I’m beyond grateful.
San Diego, you ROCK!
Huge thanks to everyone who voted in the People’s Choice box!
Stay Tuned on What’s Next. Check my Events Upcoming to learn more.
Beyond the Boundaries: An Exploration in Abstract Art
Exhibition Dates: April 8th - 21st, 2025
Village Arts Outreach Studio 21, Spanish Village, Balboa Park
1770 Village Place, San Diego, CA 92101
Stories & Insights
Interview with Canvas Rebel Magazine
Had such a great time with Mike Alvarez with Canvas Rebel Magazine for an online interview. We chatted about my journey, recent projects, and what’s next on the horizon. Grateful for the opportunity to share my story, check out the article here.
Empower Your Journey
Excited to share my interview with BOLD Journey Magazine! I had the pleasure of speaking with writer Natalie Diaz. We talked about essential tips for building self confidence as an artist. I also shared ways you can view my work, and be the first to know what’s upcoming. With so much advice on what it takes to succeed, it can feel overwhelming-but sometimes, focusing on just a few core qualities can make all the difference.
Read the full article here:
Check this out
Interview with SDVoyager Magazine
Excited to share my Feature in SD Voyager Magazine! I had the pleasure of speaking with writer Mary Young. We talked about my work, and what inspires me. As well as challenges and lessons that I have learned as an artist and how they have helped shape my journey.
Read the full article here:
SDVoyager Magazine - Rising Stars: Meet Lucas Smith of San Diego, October, 2024
BEST OF SHOW
Ashton Art Gallery
“Golden Autumn” Regional Exhibition
Juried by Mike Tauber, Marketing Manager for LOCA Arts Education Laguna Beach.
Distant Shore (Awarded BEST OF SHOW) Acrylic - Mixed Media 48 x 60
Ashton Art Gallery
4434 30th St
San Diego, CA 92116 619-849-9009
SOLO EXHIBITION
THANK YOU to all who attended my solo exhibition!
I am so grateful for the amazing turnout and warm reception of my work.
Gallery 21 in Spanish Village Arts Center, Balboa Park
April, 2024
Minimal Designs & Organic Shapes
Exhibition featuring art by local San Diego artist, Lucas Smith. Powerful pieces of original artwork that indulge edge & emotion. Working with raw & often organic materials that are combined with professional tools & skilled techniques. I invite my viewers in, not holding back, taking them on a journey through my artwork. Each piece tells a story & seeks to engage with the viewer. Through brushstrokes, my work is meant to not only inspire but to soothe the mind.
Juror Comments
“Honorable Mention’
The San Diego Watercolor Society.
Liberty Station, San Diego, CA.
"Vibrant Cups"
16 x 20 Framed Acrylic on Canvas
I love the playfulness in this. The way the cups are stacked is impossible, and that makes the design engaging. The colors are bold. It is held together by the blues and the cuneiform pattern and by surrounding it with brightness and happiness. I could look at it for a good long time and not get tired of it. The background jumps right out at you, but it works. The composition is good. The shapes are flattened, yet the texture in it admits to a lot of give and take. It is a great piece!
-Juror Comments artist & judge Roberta Dyer
"BEST of Miniatures Award"
The San Diego Watercolor Society.
Liberty Station, San Diego, CA.
"Nature's Spotlight"
10” x 10'“ Framed Mixed Media on Canvas
The format is unusual, the textural surface is evocative. The value range is very strong. It has the best qualities of abstract painting. I also like the fact that it is done very loosely like he already had somewhere else to create.
-Juror Comments artist & judge Chuck McPherson
Live Painting
I truly enjoy live painting at gallery shows, openings, and other events. Engaging with viewers inspires me regardless if they are artists or potential art buyers.
It allows me to relax by discussing my techniques, color palette, or composition and enjoy sharing in the moment of creating art.
Please contact me if you are interested in hosting me to live paint at your event!
