“I am proud to be a part of the LGBT Community and thrilled and
honored to have the opportunity to display a piece of myself to shine
some hope and encourage people to explore life with no boundaries – thus the name of my piece “Boundless.” -Kara Louise Left: Artist Kara Louise sitting in a chair donated by Christopher Kennedy Right: Print donated by Phillip K Smith III
The unconditional support that the desert community has offered Sanctuary Palm Springs is visible from the moment you enter. Philanthropic artists and designers have created a new reality for LGBTQ youth with a message of personalized rather than institutionalized support. Will the concept behind the project have an impact on county programs? Or will it perhaps escalate to statewide transitional housing for the LGBTQ community? Its advocates agree that Sanctuary Palm Springs, working within the mission of the
state’s Transitional Housing Program + Foster Care, establishes a new and inspiring avenue of discovery for developing life skills. In large part, this is thanks to the inclusion of art focused on the needs of LGBTQ youth. “The commitment of Rothmiller and Thompson represents a beacon of hope for the current residents at Sanctuary Palm Springs and all those who will be joining them.” For more information: visit SanctuaryPalmSprings.org or email EllenWolf@SanctuaryPalmSprings.org
TOM SWIMM Annual Open Studio Exhibition & Sale Holiday Price Reductions On Original Oil Paintings Two Days Only Sat Nov 11 / 10AM to 5PM Sun Nov 12 / 11AM to 4PM
SERENE REFLECTIONS
GALLERY: Pacific Edge Gallery / 540 So. Coast Highway / Laguna Beach / 949-494-0491 Open Every Day / www.pacificedgegallery.com 34 ART PatronMagazine.com
O/C 30” X 40”
STUDIO: 3251 Laguna Canyon Road / Studio E / Laguna Beach / 949-715-1705 Open by Appointment / www.tomswimmfineart.com