Local artist Philip Petrie will exhibit a diverse group of paintings focusing on two themes: Mary Magdalene as sensual and spiritual seeker, and more abstracted landscapes which represent a space of potentiality, of journeying.  The show opens Saturday, Sept. 1  5-8 p.m.  Gallery hours are Tuesday-Saturday  12-5 p.m.

Trying, Failing, Waiting, Building  New paintings by Philip Petrie at Low Gallery, 1878 Main St. (in the alley), Barrio Logan, San Diego.  For Philip Petrie’s second exhibition at Low Gallery this year, he is presenting recent oil paintings which focus on the movement of the self and society toward real wholeness both physical and spiritual.  Opening from 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10.  Free.  www.lowgallerysd.com.