Spring has indeed arrived in La Jolla, and just to drive the point home, the La Jolla Art Association (LJAA) will present its third annual flower show, “Blooms,” starting on March 26 at the La Jolla Art Gallery. The show, featuring artists from the LJAA, will run through April 9 and is open to the public. Guests can expect to see art depicting flowers — offered at bargain prices to boot. It’s those sales, said LJAA president Melinda Newman, that keep the association running and the artists painting. “La Jolla Art Association counts on sale commission to cover one-third of the operating costs,” Newman said. “[The association] is here to support emerging artists from the area, but sales have been down due to the economy. We encourage your support.” Artist and past LJAA president Peggy Oeschsle will serve as guest judge for the show. Awards for the artwork will be presented during a special reception on Sunday, April 1 from 3 to 5 p.m. Sales from the show, Newman said, could make great gifts for upcoming holidays or birthdays. “This is a fun show and a good place to shop for Mother’s Day, which is coming up,” she said. The La Jolla Art Gallery, located at 8100 Paseo del Ocaso, is open free to the public from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Sundays. For more information about the show or other LJAA event, call (858) 459-1196 or visit www.lajollaart.org