• R.B. Stevenson Gallery will hold an opening reception on Sept. 15 from 5 to 8 p.m. for “Witness,” a collection of paintings and works on paper by contemporary artist Tim Craighead. Craighead’s influences range from second-generation abstract expressionism to forms found in nature to structural drawings by Frei Otto and Buckminster Fuller. “Witness” runs through Oct. 27. 7661 Girard Ave., Suite 201. (858) 459-3917, www.rbstevensongallery.com • The La Jolla Art Association Gallery will hold an artist reception and awards ceremony on Sept. 15 from 5 to 9 p.m. for its third annual Black and White Juried Exhibition. One of the association’s most celebrated juried exhibitions, the show features original work in a variety of media, including painting, photography, printmaking, drawing, mixed medium, sculpture and more, created using only shades of black and white. The exhibition runs through Oct. 7. For more information, including a list of the exhibit’s artists, lajollaart.org/blackandwhite. 8100 Paseo del Ocaso, Suite B. (858) 459-1196 • Quint Contemporary Art will open its newest exhibit from Ryan McGinness, “Women: New (Re)Pre-sentations” with an opening reception on Sept. 15 from 6 to 9 p.m. In his third solo show at the gallery, McGinness expands upon his language of symbols with a body of work based upon the traditional academic drawing of the female nude figure. The show will run through Nov. 3. 7457 Girard Ave. (858) 454-3409, quintgallery.com. • Contemporary Fine Arts Gallery will host artist Jesse Reno at an opening reception for Reno’s latest exhibition of work. Showcasing some of his large-scale paintings, Reno will also perform a live demonstration at the event, taking place on Sept. 15 from 6 to 9 p.m. 7946 Ivanhoe Ave. (858) 551-2010, www.contemporaryfineartsgallery.com.