Timken Museum of Art

For today's #ArtWorldSpotlight, and in the spirit of the season, we're taking a closer look at how our "Jewels of the Season" Ornaments were made. There are over 1,200 ornaments in the collection, and each ornament is completely unique. Starting with a base silk-wrapped styrofoam ball, the artist then attaches beads, stones, thread, and filigree using different sized pins. There is never glue used, these ornaments are entirely crafted using pins! The artists liked to stack m...any elements together to reach the desired effects, and it took anywhere from two days to two weeks to complete a single design. A true testament to patience and nimble fingers. If you'd like to learn more about our "Jewels of the Season" ornament collection, register for our upcoming Lecture at the San Diego Model Railroad Museum on the evening of December 17th with Lynne Thompson, our ornament specialist. Register here: https://www.timkenmuseum.org/calendar/list/ #SanDiegoHolidays #JewelsoftheSeason #Schlappi #Hord #Ornaments #Holidays2020 #HolidaysinSanDiego #SDMRM #withlovesandiego #sandiegomodelrailroadmuseum #sdmuseumathome #museumathome #visitsd #allthingssd Balboa Park Explore Balboa Park #happyholidays #winterwonderland #handcrafted #vintage #handmade

This #FlashBackFriday, we are reminiscing about our holiday traditions. Each December museum patrons come together for the member holiday party, celebrating the season and the arts. The galleries sparkled with the ornaments, seasonal decor, and patrons in festive finery. Here's to the warm memories that sustain us this year and the hope for a return to celebrations next year. #HappyHolidays #FBF #JewelsoftheSeason #HolidayParty2019 #FondMemories #Reminiscing #WeMissYou #Gatherings

We know it feels like things are changing every day, but rest assured one thing remains the same: . Though our museum is closed for enhancements, our arts and culture programs continue in nursing homes, juvenile hall, hospitals, private homes, and schools across our community. We believe art has no boundaries and will bring the arts to you if you wish. If you or someone you love, would like our programs in your own community, just let us know! DM us or reach out via email at [email protected]. #ArtWithoutBoundaries #SupportTheArts #SupportTheYouth #SanDiego #Community #ArtsPrograms #ArtEducation #FreeAccessToArt #Accessibility #WithLoveSanDiego #Outreach #TimkenRising #OurMission

Today in the #TimkenClassroom, teaching artist Elizabeth Washburn brings you "Aztec Pyramids". Learn about Aztec culture and two-point perspective while building your pyramid and surrounding landscape. Gain some knowledge of color theory by layering complementary colors to bring harmony to your drawing. To get started, please gather a pencil, paper, ruler, and colored pencils. We would love to see your final drawing, so don't forget to share using #TimkenArtFromHome. If you ...have a request for an art tutorial, please let us know in the comments. Thank you for joining us in creating #ArtFromHome. This weekly art video series is part of the Timken's Art Outreach Programs serving veterans and active military personnel at the Naval Medical Center San Diego, and the youth at Juvenile Hall. #SanDiego #Community #Create #LatinxHeritageMonth #LatinxCreate

Welcome to our weekly LIVE Virtual Timken Tour of the collection. Every Thursday at 11:00 AM Pacific, we'll be bringing you these virtual highlight tours of the collection for FREE, no reservation required. For full details on all of our tours, head to our Events Page on our website: https://www.timkenmuseum.org/calendar/list/... Viewers, please place any questions in the comments below and we'll answer them at the end.

Discover your #TimkenHoroscope... 2020 has undoubtedly demanded bravery, resourcefulness, and resilience. If you're in need of a resupply, you'll be happy to know it's officially Scorpio Season. Our Golden Age Dutch artist, Jacob van Ruisdael, was a Scorpio, too, born November 12th, 1629. His "A View of Haarlem and Bleaching Fields" shows us a scene celebrating a powerful trait of the Scorpio: The ability to stand firm through changing weather. Ruisdael was captivated by... the surrounding agricultural fields and wild dunes, located to the west of the city, and the changing weather that blew in from the North Sea. The textile industries' laborious processes of bleaching raw linen in the open air are also on display. This scene is indeed a testament to resilience and the ability to withstand the elements. We hope your Scorpio season brings you enduring strength to weather any storm. : Francisco de Zurbarán November 7th, 1598 : October 23rd - November 21st : Water : Cancer, Virgo, Capricorn, Pisces : Brave, passionate, resourceful, likes the truth, and longtime friends. #Scorpio #Bravery #DutchArt #DutchGoldenAge #Haarlem

The Timken Museum of Art owes its existence to the combined efforts and generosity of two families: the prominent Timken family from Canton, Ohio, and the Putnam sisters, Anne and Amy. Interestingly, each of the two families is famous for its revolutionary inventions. Today we'll focus on the Timken Family -- renowned for the invention of . In 1880, Henry Timken solved an enormous problem for heavy freight wagons, the inability to turn sharply. The tapered... roller bearing alleviated this issue and surprisingly created many other benefits such as: Fewer repairs and replacement costs on wagons. Fewer mules are required to pull the wagons. A reduced amount of goods lost from large loads. The Timken company is still active today and is the leading authority on tapered roller bearings. #TimkenHistory #TimkenMuseumofArt #TimkenInventions #TimkenRollerBearing #tbt #ThrowbackThursday See more

Welcome to our second LIVE Virtual Timken Tour of the collection. Every Thursday at 11:00 AM Pacific, we'll be bringing you these virtual highlight tours of the collection for FREE, no reservation required. For full details head to our Events Page on our website: https://www.timkenmuseum.org/calendar/list/ Viewers, please place any questions in the comments below and we'll answer them at the end.

Discover the story of the Timken's "Jewels of the Season" ornaments. Join us with San Diego Model Railroad Museum on , , for an online lecture with Lynne Thompson, our ornament specialist and personal friend of artisan Elizabeth Schlappi. Thompson will discuss Jewel's artisans Florence Hord and Elizabeth Schlappi, the history of the ornaments, the designs and materials collected from around the world, how she came to inherit the Jewels and ulti...mately donate them to the Timken. Don't miss this fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the "Jewels of the Season", one of San Diego's most dazzling holiday traditions. Register here: https://www.timkenmuseum.org/calendar/list/ #SanDiegoHolidays #JewelsoftheSeason #Schlappi #Hord #Ornaments #Holidays2020 #HolidaysinSanDiego #SDMRM #withlovesandiego #sandiegomodelrailroadmuseum #sdmuseumathome #museumathome #visitsd #allthingssd Balboa Park Explore Balboa Park #happyholidays #winterwonderland #handcrafted #vintage #handmade

Balboa Park fountains are an integral decorative feature from grand cascading centerpieces situated prominently along the major thoroughfares to petite spouting statuaries in quaint gardens amongst the 1,200-acre park. Today we invite you to appreciate this charming sculptural fountain nestled in the Craig Noel garden in front of The Old Globe. The sculpted figures remind us of the Golden-Age Greek Theatrical masks . #BalboaPark #OldGlobe #Fountains

#, , , -- -- , Anybody who was somebody had their portrait painted in early-18th-century France. So what could you guess about these two sitters? These striking portraits are easily the most asked about pair in our collection. And they're the focus of Curator Derrick R. Cartwright's latest work of the week. The artist has cleverly left clues about our sitters in these paintings. See how many clues you can piece together with our curator in this week's article at https://www.timkenmuseum.org//exhibitio//work-of-the-week/

# , , Can you picture this piece in its original state, the central element in a highly elaborate altarpiece? When standing in front of it, you feel its imposing presence before you, reaching five feet tall. The single white rose that extends from Christ's hand is central. What does it mean? Find this and more of the hidden symbolism with our Curator Derrick R. Cartwright, in this latest Work of the Week. Fin...d out more with our curator in Work of the Week #39: https://www.timkenmuseum.org//exhibitio//work-of-the-week/ #ItalianArt #ArtHistory #ArtCurator #Timken #WorkoftheWeek #Altarpiece #Italian #MadonnaAndChild #CuratorsCorner

Our amazing mid-century modern building can be enjoyed from all four sides. Interestingly enough, every side of our building faces squarely in each cardinal direction. The entrance faces West, the sides North and South, and the rear faces East. Which is your favorite? #ModernistMonday #MuseumFromHome #NorthSouthEastWest #MidCenturyModern

Italian artist Paolo Veronese was known for his themes of religion and mythology seen here with Madonna and Child with Saint Elizabeth, the Infant Saint John the Baptist and Saint Catherine. We follow Veronese’s lead and take one of the most iconic religious symbols, the fig, to reinterpret an Italian classic for today’s Timken inspired recipe, Roasted Leek, Prosciutto and Fig Pizza. Symbology aside, the roasted leeks and figs unequivocally mimic the colors found in the figur...es' clothing. We find this culinary homage to Veronese's masterpiece quite delicious. #TimkenInspiredRecipe #TimkenKitchen #ItalianFood #Pizza #ItalianRecipes & cup warm water (between 100-110F, 38-43C) 1 1/8 t. instant yeast 1 T. sugar 2 T. plus 1 t. olive oil 1 t. salt t. onion powder 1 3/4 cups bread flour plus more for hands and surface 1 T. cornmeal 3 T. White Sauce (Recipe below) 1 cup shredded fontina cheese cup shredded mozzarella cheese One leek 4 figs sliced into quarters 3 slices Prosciutto torn into pieces In medium bowl combine flour, sugar, salt, yeast and onion powder. Stir in 1 T. olive oil and water. Once ingredients are coarsely combined, turn onto lightly floured surface and knead until dough is smooth, approximately 5-7 minutes. Coat clean bowl with 1 teaspoon olive oil. Add dough and cover with plastic wrap or damp towel. Let rise in warm place for 90 minutes. An hour into rise process, place pizza stone in oven. Preheat oven to 500 degrees for 30 minutes. While oven is heating, prepare leek by removing tough outer layers, thinly slice, rinse and drain. Heat 1 T. olive oil in saucepan. Sauté leeks on low heat until tender, approximately 5-7 minutes. Set aside. Prepare White Sauce and assemble remaining ingredients. Turn oven to Broil and heat for 10 minutes. While oven is heating, sprinkle flour on work surface and hands. Turn over bowl with dough. Press into the dough and stretch to 8 inches. Lift to ensure dough isn’t sticking to surface and press into 12-inch circle. Sprinkle large cutting board or pizza peel surface with cornmeal. Transfer dough to surface. Spread white sauce over dough. Add leeks, mozzarella cheese, fontina cheese, prosciutto and fig slices. Slide pizza onto pizza stone and bake for 4 to 5 minutes. 1T. butter 1 T. flour 1 cup hot milk 1 t. fresh lemon juice In a saucepan on medium heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour and continue whisking for one minute. Whisk in hot milk, stirring constantly until sauce thickens, 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in lemon juice.

Today in the #TimkenClassroom, teaching artist Elizabeth Washburn brings you, "". Based on a photograph, Elizabeth draws a realistic rose and personalizes a poem for a loved one. By using different types of strokes, you will learn how to layer color, create dimension, and distribute light to bring your rose to life. To complete your art piece, you are encouraged to write your own poem. Elizabeth says it best, "Acts of giving and creating bring peace to ...you and kindness to another." To get started, please gather a pencil with an eraser, paper, and colored pencils. We would love to see your final drawing, so don't forget to share using #TimkenArtFromHome. If you have a request for an art tutorial, please let us know in the comments. Thank you for joining us in creating #ArtFromHome. This weekly art video series is part of the Timken's Art Outreach Programs serving veterans and active military personnel at the Naval Medical Center San Diego, and the youth at Juvenile Hall. #SanDiego #Community #Create

Shout-Out to our park pals Patrons of The Prado for their generous support from the proceeds of a 100% virtual fundraising event! Thank you Patrons for putting together such a successful evening during a global pandemic and for providing UNRESTRICTED FUNDS to 11 nonprofit institutions in Balboa Park! Through your generosity, we are able to continue our much-needed Outreach Programs supporting seniors in assisted living facilities, the youth at juvenile hall, and our veterans and active military personnel at San Diego Naval Hospital. The Timken Museum of Art is incredibly grateful for your support and donation! #PatronsofthePrado #SanDiego #Community #Grateful #nonprofit

: We invite you to become inspired at today's one-hour happening at 4:00 pm Pacific. Explore ways to teach the arts virtually and at a distance. Get energized to advocate for the arts in education at a time when students need all the ways to express their feelings and experiences. And be reminded of the importance of arts education with the new state framework. The Timken and the rest of our arts community... are here to help you. Register now to attend the 2020 Arts Empower San Diego Rally happening later today at 4:00 pm Pacific, at https://sdcoe.k12oms.org/event_register.php?id=192250 #SanDiego #Community #TimkenRising #ArtsEmpower #HereToHelp

Welcome to our first LIVE Virtual Timken Tour of the collection. Every Thursday at 11:00 AM Pacific, we'll be bringing you these virtual highlight tours of the collection for FREE, no reservation required. For full details head to our Events Page on our website: https://www.timkenmuseum.org/calendar/list/

! Virtual Tours of the Timken Collection , , We have an amazing group of docents who will be giving live highlights tours of our collection weekly, on Thursdays at 11:00 AM Pacific. These are FREE and no reservation required. Full details on how to join on our Events Page: https://www.timkenmuseum.org/calendar/list/... #TimkenTours #Timken #ArtTour See more