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2014

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  • Sat
    18
    Jan
    2014

    Art d'Vine

    2:00 p.m.

    Riverside Art Museum, Riverside, CA

    Art D’Vine: Greg will conduct his very popular afternoon painting workshop in which 45 participants will enjoy great wines and snacks while following along with Greg step by step to each complete their own masterpiece. The theme this time is yet to be announced. Art d’vine combines wine tasting, music and painting, conversation and laughter in a 3 hour afternoon class that is truly a guilty pleasure and suitable for both experienced painters and first time beginners. Greg’s primary focus is on creating a fun experience for all. These classes always sell out, so it is never too early to reserve a spot.  For more information, call Riverside Art Museum at 951-684-7111 or visit riversideartmuseum.org

  • Sat
    25
    Jan
    2014

    Corporate Event

    6:00 p.m.

    Mission Bay, San Diego, CA

    Greg will perform at a private corporate event at an elegant San Diego resort.

  • Sat
    15
    Feb
    2014

    Digital d'Vine

    2:00 p.m.

    Riverside Art Museum, Riverside, CA

    Greg will teach this first time workshop for folks who want to start creating their own digital masterpieces on their iPad.  Greg will use the Sketchbook Pro app to demonstrate the various tools and techniques, then will guide participants through a step by step paint along in which they will create a finished digital painting.  As with all of Greg’s workshops, there will be wine, snacks and music for all of the participants enjoy in a relaxed, fun workshop environment.  Special thanks to sponsor Tim Burgess of Burgess Moving & Storage for providing the great wine and other refreshments. 

  • Sat
    22
    Feb
    2014

    California Association for the Gifted 52nd Annual Conference

    Marriott Hotel, Anaheim, CA

    California Association for the Gifted 52nd Annual Conference. Greg will both perform and speak at this annual conference of mostly educators for gifted student programs. He will also guest judge a student art exhibition.

  • Fri
    07
    Mar
    2014

    Speaking engagement

    5:00 P.M.

    Art Works Gallery, 3741 6th St., Riverside, CA

    Greg will give a presentation titled, Your Life as a Blank Canvas.  He will share about his uncommon journey and how he reinvented his life, transitioning from the corporate world to becoming a full time artist and performer.  He will also provide advice an insights for others, particularly aspiring artists, who wish to turn their passion into a professional livelihood.  His presentation will include video, slides and music.

  • Sat
    15
    Mar
    2014

    Fundraising Gala

    6:00

    Ritz Carlton Hotel, Laguna Beach, CA

    Greg will perform at an evening fundraising gala for a private educational institution.

  • Mon
    17
    Mar
    2014

    Operation Safe House

    12:00 noon

    Rancho Mirage, CA

    Greg will perform his Facing the Music performance painting at this annual fundraising luncheon event in Rancho Mirage, CA

  • Sat
    29
    Mar
    2014

    K-Earth FM 101's Bugstock 2014

    Afternoon

    Orange County Fairgrounds, Costa Mesa, CA

    Greg will be back for the 3rd consecutive year to perform at this great event hosted and produced by CBS Radio’s Los Angeles flagship, K-Earth 101 FM.  This event will feature K-Earth’s celebrity radio hosts, as well as live music by top Beatles tribute bands and an outstanding car show of classic Volkswagen Beetles.  Greg will perform twice during the afternoon event.

  • Sat
    05
    Apr
    2014

    Youth Art Class

    TBD

    Riverside Art Museum, Riverside, CA

    Greg will conduct an afternoon painting workshop for a group of at-risk teenagers.

  • Sat
    12
    Apr
    2014

    Art d'Vine

    2:00 p.m.

    Riverside Art Museum, Riverside, CA

    Art D’Vine: Greg will conduct his very popular afternoon painting workshop in which 45 participants will enjoy great wines and snacks while following along with Greg step by step to each complete their own masterpiece. The theme this time will be Modigliani. Art d’vine combines wine, music and painting, plus conversation and laughter in a 3 hour afternoon class that is truly a guilty pleasure and suitable for both experienced painters and first time beginners. Greg’s primary focus is on creating a fun experience for all. These classes always sell out, so it is never too early to reserve a spot.  Special thanks to sponsor, Tim Burgess of Burgess Moving & Storage for providing the great wines and other refreshments that make these workshops possible at a very affordable price. For more information, call Riverside Art Museum at 951-684-7111 or visit riversideartmuseum.org

  • Sat
    19
    Apr
    2014

    Fundraising Gala

    La Jolla, CA

    Date held for fundraising gala performance.  Details to follow.

  • Sun
    27
    Apr
    2014

    Riverside Art Make

    8:30 a.m.

    La Sierra Farmers Market, Riverside CA

    This is a special event by Riverside Art Museum, made possible by a grant by the James Irvine Foundation to support arts engagement in communities.  Riverside Art Museum is conducting these events to bring art making experiences out into the neighborhoods of Riverside.  Greg is happy to donate his services in order to create a public mural in which folks will be invited to participate in the process.  This will be done against a backdrop of great music and a bustling farmers market.  The mural will be a takeoff on one of Greg’s vibrant works titled City Roots.

  • Sat
    03
    May
    2014

    Fundraising Gala

    TBD

    Cabrillo Marine Aquarium

    Details to follow.

  • Sat
    17
    May
    2014

    Lobsterfest

    6:00 p.m.

    Fender Guitar Center / Museum, Corona, CA

    Greg will perform his Facing the Music at this annual fundraiser for the Corona Rotary Clubs, held at the famed Fender Center & Museum in Corona, CA.  This is Greg’s second time performing at this event.  His prior appearance was in 2012.

  • Thu
    05
    Jun
    2014

    Body Glove

    504 Broadway, Redondo Beach, CA

    Greg will perform at the dedication event for Body Glove’s new World headquarters in Redondo Beach, CA.  His performance will be a tribute to Body Glove’s founders, Bill and Bob Meistrell who invented the first practical wet suit and continued to pioneer the dive and surf industry throughout their long history.

  • Thu
    19
    Jun
    2014

    BizBash

    Los Angeles Convention Center

    Biz BashGreg will perform twice at this conference that serves as a trade show for the event planning industry.  BizBash is the also the most widely circulated magazine in the industry.

    He is exhibiting in Booth 416 with live performances at 12:00 to 12:15pm and 4:45 to 5pm to close the show.

  • Sat
    28
    Jun
    2014

    Architecture and Design Museum Gala

    A+D Museum, 6032 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036

    Greg will perform at this stunning fundraising gala that includes a runway show, incredible exhibits and other activities.

  • Sun
    06
    Jul
    2014

    San Diego County Fair

    afternoon San Diego County Fairgrounds, Del Mar, CA

    For the 6th consecutive year, Greg will perform at the San Diego County Fair at Del Mar. He will do 3 performances of his Facing the Music performance painting, each featuring a different subject. Greg loves this event because the venue is great, the weather is always fabulous and the crowds are very nice to him.

  • Sat
    12
    Jul
    2014

    Concert at Starlight Bowl

    6:00 p.m.

    Starlight Bowl, Burbank, California

    Greg will perform his ‘Facing the Music’ performance painting at the beautiful Starlight Bowl in foothills overlooking Burbank, Calif.  This is Greg’s 3rd consecutive year performing at this venue during their Summer concert series.  The venue seats approx. 5,000 and the concerts generally sell out.  This time he will perform on the same evening with Hollywood U2, an outstanding tribute band that celebrates the music of the legendary Irish band, U2.

  • Sat
    19
    Jul
    2014

    Art d'Vine Workshop

    2pm

    Riverside Art Museum, Riverside, CA

    Art D’Vine: Greg will conduct his very popular afternoon painting workshop in which 45 participants will enjoy great wines and snacks while following along with Greg step by step to each complete their own masterpiece. The theme this time will be Summer Seascape. Art d’vine combines wine, music and painting, plus conversation and laughter in a 3 hour afternoon class that is truly a guilty pleasure and suitable for both experienced painters and first time beginners. Greg’s primary focus is on creating a fun experience for all. These classes always sell out, so it is never too early to reserve a spot. Special thanks to sponsor, Tim Burgess of Burgess Moving & Storage for providing the great wines and other refreshments that make these workshops possible at a very affordable price. For more information, call Riverside Art Museum at 951-684-7111 or visit riversideartmuseum.org

  • Sat
    19
    Jul
    2014

    Private Event

    Greg will be performing at a private event.

  • Tue
    22
    Jul
    2014

    Private Event

    Greg will be performing at a private event.

  • Wed
    23
    Jul
    2014

    Private Event

    Greg will be performing at a private event.

  • Sun
    10
    Aug
    2014

    Brush Off

    3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

    Riverside Art Museum, Riverside, CA

    Greg will be guest M.C. at this first ever event in which 7 artists will face off in a unique art-making competition.  Each artist will receive a mystery box of ‘junk’ and will have 2.5 hours in which to transform those contents into art.  Then the creations will be judged by a panel and prizes will be awarded.  There will be lots of other activities, including live music, hands on art-making for guests, a hosted bar and hors d’oeuvres. 

  • Thu
    18
    Sep
    2014

    Fundraising Gala

    Biltmore Hotel, Los Angeles, CA

    Greg will perform at KHEIR Center’s 28th Fundraising Dinner & Awards event honoring Howard Kahn, CEO of L.A. Care Health Plan, and the Los Angeles Fire Department.

  • Sat
    20
    Sep
    2014

    Private Event

    House of Blues, Anaheim, CA

    Greg will be performing at a private event.

  • Sun
    21
    Sep
    2014

    Breakfast with the Beatles

    11:15 a.m.

    95.5 KLOS, Los Angeles, CA

    Greg will be performing on America’s longest-running Beatle-based radio show hosted by Chris Carter live from KOBE Japanese Steakhouse in Seal Beach, CA. Tune in to 99.5 KLOSFM from 11:15 to 11:45am to hear Greg’s interview and performance.

  • Wed
    24
    Sep
    2014

    State of Riverside County "Uncorked"

    4:00 p.m.

    Pechanga Resort & Casino, Temecula, CA

    Greg will be performing at the 2014 State of Riverside County “Uncorked!” This event is presented by the Riverside County Board of Supervisors and hosted by 3rd District Supervisor and Chairman of the Board, Jeff Stone. The event will highlight the burgeoning tourism industry in Riverside County, with a top notch panel of tourism and hospitality professionals.

  • Sat
    27
    Sep
    2014

    Fundraising Gala

    6:00 p.m.

    Marymount California University, Palos Verdes, CA

    Greg will be performing at Marymount California University’s 2014 Success By The Sea Scholarship
    Gala.

  • Thu
    16
    Oct
    2014

    TEDxRiverside

    8:30 a.m.

    Fox Performing Arts Center, Riverside, CA

    TEDxRiverside logo

    Greg will be performing at TEDxRiverside, an exciting event that features a diverse group of speakers including Nobel Laureate chemist Richard Schrock, Grammy Award-winning singer Melissa Manchester, Deputy Director Sally Rockey from the National Insitutues of Health and San Bernardino-based animatronics guru Garner Holt.

    Events like TEDxRiverside are local, self-organized programs designed to bring the “Technology, Entertainment, Design”-style presentations to a community. TEDxRiverside was conceived and is being organized by members of the Leadership Riverside 2014 class, a 10-month program sponsored by the Greater Riverside Chambers of Commerce that helps to develop the next generation of active leaders for Riverside.

  • Sun
    02
    Nov
    2014

    Art d'Vine

    2:00 p.m.

    Riverside Art Museum, Riverside, CA

    Art D’Vine: Greg will conduct his very popular afternoon painting workshop in which 45 participants will enjoy great wines and snacks while following along with Greg step by step to complete their own masterpiece. Art d’vine combines wine, music and painting, plus conversation and laughter in a 3 hour afternoon class that is truly a guilty pleasure and suitable for both experienced painters and first time beginners. Greg’s primary focus is on creating a fun experience for all. These classes always sell out, so it is never too early to reserve a spot. Special thanks to sponsor, Tim Burgess of Burgess Moving & Storage for providing the great wines and other refreshments that make these workshops possible at a very affordable price. For more information, call Riverside Art Museum at 951-684-7111 or visit riversideartmuseum.org.

  • Thu
    13
    Nov
    2014

    Corporate Event

    Bellagio, Las Vegas, NV

    Greg will perform for a private corporate event.

  • Thu
    20
    Nov
    2014

    Private Event

    Greg will be performing at a private event.

  • Tue
    25
    Nov
    2014

    Mistletoe Magic Gala / Festival of Trees

    6:00 p.m.

    Riverside Convention Center, Riverside, CA

    Mistletoe Magic GalaGreg will perform his ‘Facing the Music’  at the elegant, Mistletoe Magic Gala, benefiting Riverside County Regional Medical Center Foundation. This will be the third time Greg performs at this event, which is part of the week-long Festival of Trees. Funds raised help support critical pediatric services at the medical center. 

  • Thu
    11
    Dec
    2014

    Private Event

    6:00 p.m.

    Palos Verdes, CA

    Greg will be performing at a private event.

Due to the COVID pandemic, all of Gregory Adamson’s live performances and other in-person appearances have been postponed or cancelled until further notice. He does post regularly to Facebook and Instagram and also does live streaming painting demonstrations and classes, primarily on Facebook.

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