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his year marks the 5th Anniversary of Avran Fine Art in Laguna Beach, California. Avran Fine Art distinguishes itself amongst the vibrant art scene in Laguna Beach by offering its clients a unique perspective on contemporary art for collectors and enthusiasts. The exquisitely edited gallery exhibits museum-quality glass sculptures and original paintings. Lovers of both contemporary and traditional art revel in their exclusive collection.
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For the last five years, Avran Fine Art has gained a reputation in Southern California as one of the leading destinations for worldrenowned and museum-quality glass art. With glass from both local and international artists, their strategically curated glass collection offers works by: Hungarian artists László Lukácsi & Péter Borkovics, Bulgarian-born Latchezar Boyadjiev, local artist Christopher Jeffries, Rick Eggert, and others. Glass styles range from cast glass to cold lamination, sized smaller to significant, and many colors. The gallery prides itself on an inventory that solely focuses on original paintings. When visitors come to Avran Fine Art, they are seeing and experiencing one-of-akind artworks that are unique to each artist represented. The painting collection ranges in a variety of styles, artistic mediums, and color, with works by: James C. Leonard, Steve Perrault, Pan QiQun, Father Bill Moore, Nina K, Michael Kessler, Pat McNabb Martin, Judit Csotsits, and more. In addition to original paintings, the gallery offers nature-inspired bronze freestanding sculptures and wall installations by Arizona-native, Jennyfer Stratman. Avran Fine Art, 540 S. Coast Highway, Suite 106, Laguna Beach, CA 92651. Please visit www.avranart.com, email us at info@avranart.com, or call (949) 494-0900.
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A Horse of Distinct Color The pipe, glass and copper dream of Sculptor, Daniel Oropeza by Mark Kaufman
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Talk amongst artists can be a bit cheap, especially when contemplating new ideas or the implementation of some creative inspiration. It’s one thing to express in words one’s vision and quite another to physically execute. As Thomas Edison said, “Genius is 1% inspiration and 99% perspiration.” In late 2016, in the midst of one of our near daily exchanges at nearby Kean Coffee, Costa Mesa based sculptor, Daniel Oropeza invited me to drop by his studio later that day to see his latest project, a piece he would only describe as a “significant undertaking.” Daniel’s studio is an easy and frequent visit for me given it’s just a mile from my office. I’ve visited often enough to know, at a moment’s glance, what’s new. Following up on his invitation, I dropped in, quite curious to know what he was referencing with his earlier proclamation. Once inside his two story warehouse studio, I immediately discovered him welding away at a steel bar framework; a concoction resembling the spine of a very large creature, a beast of some sort. The buzz and spark of his tig welder casting a shadow of the framework on both me and the wall behind me. He tipped his helmet up and greeted me with, “Meet Luxe, my latest. He’s going to be a life-sized Friesian. I am going take him back to ArtPrize next September (2017).” Then adding with a quiet confidence, “And I am going to win.” ArtPrize, for those who don’t know, is a 3 week art competition offering a half a million dollars in various prize money and held annually in Grand Rapids, Michigan, which according to Google maps, is a mere 2,232 miles from Costa Mesa. Ahem. The festival, one of the largest of its kind, routinely hosts more a thousand art entries spread over nearly 200 venues. Over the course of Artprize, several hundred thousand visitors blanket the downtown area, the majority of them registering to vote for their favorite piece. I didn’t take his prediction as anything more than an objective; a focal point meant to drive him forward and not at all boastful. I know Daniel’s work ethic so I had little doubt he’d make this effort a personal challenge, churning, burning, crafting and toiling to some physical construct. I do know I wasn’t sure it would lead where it did. At the
Lux, complete with internal lighting, illuminates a Grand Rapid’s autumn dusk
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Built from glass, steel and copper, Lux, stands nearly nine feet tall
same time, knowing his recent work, I did feel he was on a good path in regards to materials and technique. My familiarity with his approach had exposed me to his recent experimentation - utilizing a mix of copper sheeting, steel framework, and poured glass. Now, after several years of trial and error, I believed he had found himself at a point (with this mix) where he felt he could â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;go for it.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; His confidence was in place and I encouraged him. Over the next ten or so months I routinely checked in, and watched as he, through Winter chill, Spring rain and Summer sun, mastered, molded and hammered (without ever constructing a maquette) an elegant creature nine feet in height, weighing nearly 1,500 pounds. Danielâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love, labor and wonder had crafted a true show-stopper. Big, shiny, commanding, Luxe, now clad in a skin of custom glass poured onto a hundred or so sheets of patterned copper, complemented with an illuminated core and flowing glass mane, had found life and a presence. continued on pg. 20
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Daniel and Lux at ArtPrize
Details are always part of the finish. Painters and sculptors alike will confess to details and finish being the most difficult. As September’s departure date loomed, those incomplete, yet very necessary, details and final touches, continued to surface in an exhausting, almost water-torture-like frequency. A panel of copper here, a welding field of texture there, more flowing ice cycle-like glassware. Undaunted, Oropeza pushed on, determined. In the early morning hours of mid September 2017, Luxe was loaded into a horse trailer, ironically, and secured in place, off on a cross country journey to an event foreign to first-time entry Oropeza. Daniel pulled away, a thousand hours of work cradled in tow.
I bid him farewell and the best of luck, envious of his artistic trek. Luckily, I was able to keep in touch with him via text while he made his way east, hearing in bytes of his challenges along the way. He ran into significant hail and lost a trailer brake early on, yet pressed forward over those two thousand miles, arriving four long days later in Grand Rapids with plenty of time to meet his pre-scheduled installation date. For the following three weeks Luxe stood tall on the grass in his designated display area, a fortunate landing point right smack in front of the Grand Rapids Museum. Daniel, initially unsure how the ‘art world’ would receive his grand effort, began to take note of the enormity of ArtPrize. He shared with me feeling grateful just to be there and of hours spent walking the city. His focus had turned from winning to simply experiencing. The people were amazing, the art; spectacular. The entirety of ArtPrize, beyond consuming. Then something happened. As the early days of light attendance gave way to a more frenzied first weekend of ArtPrize, so grew the admiration for Luxe. Day after day, the crowds grew, surrounding Luxe, mass crowds ensued. Majestically posed, Luxe stood for endless selfies. News crews from Midwest media outlets clamored. There was a buzz, Daniel was in demand and more importantly, Lux was in demand. We spoke several times by phone and with each call he’d confess a weird mix of exhaustion and bliss. One week turned into two and two into three. The crowds continued, the interviews too. Prizes were being announced soon and damn it, Daniel seemed to be in the race. The judging process at ArtPrize is part juror and part popular vote. Daniel was named as a finalist in the popular vote in his category, meaning that the hundreds of thousands of attendees had independently voted for Lux and the possibility of him ‘winning’ was very real. Friends and family aware of Luxe’s production anxiously followed. The results were broadcast live via a Grand Rapid’s TV station’s streaming news feed. Several of us here in Costa Mesa listened together. Then it came. “The winner of 3-Dimensional Art… Luxe, by Daniel Oropeza!” Drop the mic. It happened, inspiration had taken form and forged a reality. Full circle. Hard work, determination and experience all collaborated. The results were more than physical; they were also emotional. Luxe’s vote count had tallied in the hundreds of thousands. Luxe and Daniel returned to California in late October, both still glowing. One in it’s shining alloy exterior, the other from his life-changing saga. Luxe however, has been summoned back. Alumni at Michigan’s Western State University took a particular liking to magic of this glass, copper and steel marvel. Luxe apparently suits the Alumni’s mythic image of their mascot, a larger than Always changing colors of Lux life Bronco. A deal is unfolding to potentially find Luxe a permanent home not far from where he captured the imagination of thousands, and ultimately, affording Daniel, the artist with an idea, legitimate reason to feel inspired yet again. See more of Luxe and more of Daniel’s work at www.danieloropeza.com or call 949/650-6169
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Once a successful art director/graphic designer working with Disney Press, Walter Foster and Sony, Vanessa Franรงoise Rothe has turned to a more traditional color palette for the past fifteen years as a professional fine artist, editor, curator, lecturer, author, and art dealer, operating out of her Atelier Gallery at
418 Ocean Avenue in Laguna Beach California. Vanessa Rothe Fine Art on Ocean Avenue serves as an office for Rothe, and also doubles as a showroom/gallery that carries a collection of top Realist and Impressionist artists from America, Russia, Ukraine, and France, as well as Danil Volkov, South Town, 8 x 10 inches, oil
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fine historical California and Russian Impressionism. The VRFA collection ranges at one time from 100 to 200 works, from large scale masterful museum quality work, to small colorful on location studies. Rothe additionally curates exhibitions outside of her own space and brings this selected fine art collection, lectures, demos and events to various fine art venues across the world including exhibitions for such venues as The California Museum of Fine Art, the LA Art Show 2015 and just recently for the 100 year anniversary of the famed Salmagundi Club in New York.
ing on silk at age 6 and received top scholarships from the Festival of Arts after taking first place in the Senior Art Contest at Laguna Beach High School. Rothe went on to honors in both Business/Marketing and continued on pg. 24 Vanessa catching the Laguna sun
Vanessa brings with her 15 years experience as the west coast editor of the nationally acclaimed art collector magazine Fine Art Connoisseur. In addition to being a founding member and writer for Plein Air Magazine, Rothe is proud to be an independent curator, the co founder of the Paris Seminar/Americans in Paris International Art Projects, co founder of the Realism Without Borders Art Group, author of An Art School Approach to Oils, and also as a successful fine artist exhibiting at top galleries, museums and exhibitions throughout the world. Rothe is honored to be a signature member and educational director of the American Impressionist Society and a juried in artist member of the renown Salmagundi Arts Club in New York. Rothe grew up in the artists colony of Laguna Beach, CA, the daughter to a well known German clothing designer to the stars, Detlev Rothe, and her French mother Jacqueline Ricaud. She was paint-
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Aaron Westerberg, Lipstick, 24 x 16 inches, oil on panel
Vanessa Rothe FineArtAtelierGallery French Literature at the University of San Diego, University of CA, Irvine. After working as an art director for Walter Foster Publishing she later studied fine art at the Laguna College of Art and Design, receiving top honors throughout. In addition to this fine
Rothe began her professional fine art career with three successful solo exhibitions at Wendt Gallery in Laguna Beach in 2002, along with an impressive list of group shows at: Richard Schmid Fine Art Auction, The Laguna Beach Art Museum, the annual American Impressionist Society exhibitions, The California Museum of Fine Art, Artists for a New Century at The Bennington Center for the Arts, Galerie DDG in Paris, France, The Salmagundi Club New York, J. Willott Gallery. Vanessa was named one of the Prestigious Artists for a new Century from the Bennington Center of the Arts in 2012. Rothe currently exhibits her own work at galleries worldwide, gives lectures, curates and innovates large scale exhibitions with her collection, educates collectors with her knowledge and continues to place her mark on the world of art.
Vanessa Rothe, Laguna Atmosphere, 12 x 16 inches, oil
traditional schooling, she has had the opportunity to live and study in Switzerland, France and Italy.
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CALENDAR OF ARTS This section is devoted to exhibits, performances and other special events. Please refer to page numbers following entry for addresses, phone numbers and further references in Local Arts. To locate most venues, please refer to our Orange County fold-out map (pages 4 - 7), and to our Directory of Museums and Theaters (pgs 68 & 69). KEY ■ Art/Art Event ■ Theater ■ Musuem ■ Music
IN JAN ■ I am My Own Wife, based on a true story, and inspired by interviews conducted by the playwright over several years, I Am My Own Wife tells the fascinating tale of charlotte von mahlsdorf, a real-life german transvestite who managed to survive both the nazi onslaught and the east german communist regime, (through 1/28) laguna playhouse, pg 69 ■ new paintings on paper and canvas by lynn welker (through 1/29), sandstone gallery, laguna, pg 39
■ Mystery from the Tomb: The Face Beneath the Mask, explores a hidden phenomenon right inside an egyptian mummy mask, (ongoing) Bowers museum, santa ana, pg 68
JAN 13 – FEB 10 ■ Shakespeare in Love, based on the screenplay by marc norman and tom stoppard, young will shakespeare has writer’s block and is desperate, enter viola, south coast repertory, costa mesa, pg 69
JAN 19 - 21 ■ Jersey Boys is the tony® grammy® and olivier award-winning Best musical about rock and roll hall of Famers the Four seasons: Frankie valli, Bob gaudio, tommy devito and nick massi. this is the true story of how four blue-collar kids became one of the greatest successes in pop music history. segerstrom hall, scFa, pg 69
JAN 20 ■ lpapa presents: Town & Country (through 1/29), reception 1/20, Forest & ocean gallery, laguna, pg 10
■ Interpreting Views: Images in Nature, (through 1/30/18) the cap gallery, wells Fargo Building, laguna, pg 63
JAN 25 ■ philharmonic society of orange county presents: Royal Philharmonic with Jean-Yves Thibaudet, one night only, renee and henry segerstrom hall, scFa, pg 69
■ Moods of California, explores various landscapes that characterize california, including works by payne, wendt and others, (through 2/8/18) irvine museum, pg 44 ■ Pivotal: Highlights from the Collection, this installation will reveal how impactful ocma has been in supporting the careers of some of the most influential artists of the region, on view (through 2/25), ocma, newport center, pg 65
JAN 25 – FEB 25
An Intimate Evening With Kristin Chenoweth, the beautiful stage, TV and film star brings her powerful voice to SCFA for one night to perform popular songs from Broadway and the American Songbook, 2/3,, pg 69
■ the hilbert museum presents: California Masters: Bradford J. Salamon, American Illustration: Children at Play and works from the Content Brought to You hilbert permanent collection, (through in Part by Our 3/31/18) hilbert museum, orange, pg 58 Community Sponsors. See pg 21
■ Harmony of Light: Spring in California comprises a selection of paintings by california impressionists that show spring in california from nearly a century ago (through 6/21) irvine museum collection, irvine, pg 44 ■ California Bounty: Image and Identity, 1850-1930, california explored through the Bowers museum’s most cherished pieces, (ongoing), santa ana, pg 68
Tony Award-Winning Best Musical Kinky Boots returns to Segarstrom Center, the smash-hit musical production back by popular demand, SCFA, pg 69
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■ The Octette Bridge Club by p. J. Barry, eight friends gather every other Friday in providence, ri, newport theatre arts center, pg 69
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■ pacific sculpture gallery invites you to meet artist, angela de la vega in person, 12- 5pm, pacific sculpture gallery, lido peninsula, newport, pg 11
JAN 28 ■ Joseph hawa & Joshua smith, Dreamscapes, exploring the imagination through dreamy landscapes, artists reception, 6 – 9pm, ethos contemporary, newport, pg 38
IN FEB ■ Moods of California, explores various landscapes that characterize california, including works by payne, wendt and others, (through 2/8/18) irvine museum, pg 44 continued on page 28 »
paciFic edge gallery Now Celebrating 31 Years Showcasing the Finest Laguna Beach Painters
sandra Jones campBell New Show Opens March 3
tom swimm New Show Opens February 17
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Mask, explores a hidden phenomenon right inside an egyptian mummy mask, (ongoing) Bowers museum, santa ana, pg 68
FEB 1 ■ First thursdays artwalk, 6 - 9pm, monthly celebration with galleries open citywide, trolley service available, laguna, pg. 64
FEB 1- MAY 30 ■ Charge Agents by russell pierce, the cap gallery, wells Fargo Building, laguna, pg 63
FEB 2 ■ downtown Fullerton art walk, first Friday on the month, 6-10 pm, a coalition of galleries, artists, restaurants.
FEB 3 ■ First saturday artwalk, arts district, downtown santa ana, Broadway and 2nd st ■ An Intimate Evening With Kristin Chenoweth, the beautiful stage, television and film star brings her powerful voice to segerstrom hall for one night to perform popular songs from Broadway and the american songbook, scFa, pg 69
FEB 6 – 11 American Visionary: John F. Kennedy’s Life and Times, celebrates the life, political career, and extraordinary vision of one of the country’s most admired and most charismatic presidents (through 6/3) Bowers Museum, pg 68
■ Shakespeare in Love, based on the screenplay by marc norman and tom stoppard, young will shakespeare has writer’s block and is desperate, enter viola (through 2/10) , south coast repertory, costa mesa, pg 69 Content Brought to You in Part by Our Community Sponsors. See pg 21
■ The Octette Bridge Club by p. J. Barry, eight friends gather every other Friday in providence, ri, (through 2/25) newport theatre arts center, pg 69
■ Pivotal: Highlights from the Collection, this installation will reveal how impactful ocma has been in supporting the careers of some of the most influential artists of the region, on view (through 2/25), ocma, newport center, pg 65
■ tony award-winning Best musical Kinky Boots returns to segarstrom center, the smash-hit musical production back by popular demand, scFa ,pg 69
FEB 10 ■ solo exhibition with painter, James leonard, 69pm, avran Fine art, laguna, pg 3 ■ lpapa presents: Romantic Nights (through 2/19), reception 2/10, Forest & ocean gallery, laguna, pg 10 ■ California Cool: Art Auction 2018, works by over 100 california artists highlight this museum curated art auction, proceeds benefit lam’s education and exhibition programs, lam, pg 25
FEB 11 ■ Jury day call for artists, join art-a-Fair for its 2018 summer Festival, laguna, pg 46
FEB 17 ■ new works by laguna artist, tom swimm, pacific edge gallery, laguna, 6-9pm, pg 27
■ the hilbert museum presents: California Masters: Bradford J. Salamon, American Illustration: Children at Play and works from the hilbert permanent collection, (through 3/31/18) hilbert museum, orange, pg 58
FEB 21 – MAR 18
■ Harmony of Light: Spring in California comprises a selection of paintings by california impressionists that show spring in california from nearly a century ago (through 6/21/18) irvine museum collection, irvine, pg 44
FEB 25 – MAY 28
■ California Bounty: Image and Identity, 1850-1930,
■ golden globe winner and academy award nominee melanie griffith stars in terry Johnson’s stage adaptation of The Graduate, laguna playhouse, pg 69 ■ Tony DeLap: A Retrospective, one of orange county’s foremost living artist. delap has been at the nexus of significant art movements throughout his career, lam’s 2018 retrospective of delap’s work will include approximately eighty pieces and the accompanying catalogue will survey delap’s career and influence, laguna, pg 68
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Shakespeare in Love, based on the screenplay by Marc Norman and Tom Stoppard, young Will Shakespeare has writer’s block and is desperate,(through 2/10), SCR, pg 69
california explored through the Bowers museum’s most cherished pieces, (ongoing), santa ana, pg 68 ■ Mystery from the Tomb: The Face Beneath the
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■ golden globe winner and academy award nominee melanie griffith stars in terry Johnson’s stage adaptation of The Graduate (through 3/18) , laguna playhouse, pg 69
■ the hilbert museum presents: California Masters: Bradford J. Salamon, American Illustration: Children at Play and works from the hilbert permanent collection, (through 3/31/18) hilbert museum, orange, pg 58
Solo exhibition by California artist James C. Leonard, opening reception, Sat, 2/10, 6 - 9 pm, Avran Fine Art, Laguna Beach, pg 3
■ Tony DeLap: A Retrospective, one of orange county’s foremost living artist. delap has been at the nexus of significant art movements throughout his career, lam’s 2018 retrospective of delap’s work will include approximately eighty pieces and the accompanying catalogue will survey delap’s career and influence (through 5/28) laguna, pg 68
right inside an egyptian mummy mask, (ongoing) Bowers museum, santa ana, pg 68
MAR 1 ■ First thursdays artwalk, 6 - 9pm, monthly celebration with galleries open citywide, trolley service available, laguna, pg. 64 continued on page 30 »
■ Charge Agents by russell pierce (through 5/30), the cap gallery, wells Fargo Building, laguna, pg 63 ■ Harmony of Light: Spring in California comprises a selection of paintings by california impressionists that show spring in california from nearly a century ago (through 6/21/18) irvine museum collection, irvine, pg 44 ■ California Bounty: Image and Identity, 1850-1930, california explored through the Bowers museum’s most cherished pieces, (ongoing), santa ana, pg 68 ■ Mystery from the Tomb: The Face Beneath the Mask, explores a hidden phenomenon Tony DeLap: A Retrospective, will include approximately 80 pieces and the accompanying catalogue will survey DeLap’s career and influence (through 5/28) LAM, pg 68
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Harmony of Light: Spring in California comprises a selection of paintings by California Impressionists that show Spring in California from nearly a century ago (through 6/21/18) Irvine Museum Collection, Irvine, pg 44
MAR 2 ■ downtown Fullerton art walk, first Friday on the month, 6-10 pm, a coalition of galleries, artists, restaurants.
MAR 3 ■ First saturday artwalk, arts district, downtown santa ana, Broadway and 2nd st ■ new works by laguna artist, sandra Jones campbell, pacific edge gallery, laguna, pg 27
MAR 10 –JUNE 3 ■ American Visionary: John F. Kennedy’s Life and Times, celebrates the life, political career, and extraordinary vision of one of the country’s most admired and most charismatic presidents (through 6/3) Bowers museum, santa ana, pg 68 Content Brought to You in Part by Our Community Sponsors. See pg 21
MAR 17 ■ lpapa presents: less is more (through 3/26), reception 3/17, Forest & ocean gallery, laguna, pg 10
IN APRIL ■ Tony DeLap: A Retrospective, one of orange county’s foremost living artist. delap has been at the nexus of significant art movements throughout his career, lam’s 2018 retrospective of delap’s work will include approximately eighty pieces and the accompanying catalogue will survey delap’s career and influence (through 5/28) laguna, pg 68 Charge Agents by russell pierce (through 5/30), the cap gallery, wells Fargo Building, laguna, pg 63
■ American Visionary: John F. Kennedy’s Life and Times, celebrates the life, political career, and extraordinary vision of one of the country’s most admired and most charismatic presidents (through 6/3) Bowers museum, santa ana, pg 68 ■ Harmony of Light: Spring in California comprises a selection of paintings by california impressionists that show spring in california from nearly a century ago (through 6/21/18) irvine museum collection, irvine, pg 44 ■ California Bounty: Image and Identity, 1850-1930, california explored through the Bowers museum’s most cherished pieces, (ongoing), santa ana, pg 68 ■ Mystery from the Tomb: The Face Beneath the Mask, explores a hidden phenomenon right inside an egyptian mummy mask, (ongoing) Bowers museum, santa ana, pg 68
APRIL 5 ■ First thursdays artwalk, 6 - 9pm, monthly celebration with galleries open citywide, trolley service available, laguna, pg. 64
APRIL 6 ■ downtown Fullerton art walk, first Friday on the month, 6-10 pm, a coalition of galleries, artists, restaurants.
APRIL 7 ■ First saturday artwalk, arts district, downtown santa ana, Broadway and 2nd st
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LACMA, Found in Translation: Design in California and Mexico, 1915–1985 is a groundbreaking exhibition and accompanying book about design dialogues between california and mexico. its four main themes—Spanish Colonial Inspiration, Pre-Hispanic Revivals, Folk Art and Craft Traditions, and Modernism—explore how modern and anti-modern design movements defined both locales throughout the twentieth century. half of the show’s more than 250 objects represent architecture, conveyed through drawings, photographs, and films to illuminate the unique sense of place that characterized california’s and mexico’s buildings. the other major focus is design: furniture, ceramics, metalwork, graphic design, and murals. placing prominent figures such as richard neutra, luis Barragán, charles and ray eames, and clara porset in a new context while also highlighting contributions of less familiar practitioners, this exhibition is the first to examine how interconnections between california and mexico shaped the material culture of each place, influencing and enhancing how they presented themselves to the wider world, (through 4/1/18) lacma.org
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of moca grand avenue—gleefully exhibits a strong cut-and-paste sensibility through its layering of shapes and forms. meant to be seen by pedestrians or through the windows of moving cars, wood's mural treats the urban architecture of downtown l.a. as a dynamic canvas on which to further explore his playful manipulation of scale, texture, color, and pattern. (ongoing) moca.org
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Jasper Johns: ‘Something Resembling Truth’, a collaboration with the royal academy in london, will feature more than 120 of Jasper Johns’ most iconic and significant paintings, sculptures, prints and drawings, many never before exhibited in los angeles. with loans from international public and private collections, including significant works from the Broad collection, the exhibition will trace the evolution of the artist’s six-decade career through a series of thematic chapters. the exhibition encompasses the full range of Johns’ materials, motifs and techniques—including his unique use of encaustic (heated beeswax) and found-material collage in paintings— and the innovations he has achieved in sculpture and the graphic arts by expanding MOCA the possibilimoca presents ties of tradiAdrián Villar Rojas: tional media. The Theater of DisJohns’ use of appearance, a siteaccessible imspecific ages will be installation inside thoroughly the geffen conexamined, temporary at seen continumoca’s wareally transhouse space. villar formed rojas (b. 1980, through the rosario, arartist’s engentina) has built gagement a singular practice with a wide by creating envirange of Target, 1961 from Jasper Johns: Something Resembling Truth, (2/10 - 5/13) ronments and obtheBROAD.org human expejects that seem to riences. in a be in search of departure from a retrospective approach, Johns’ their place in time. villar rojas’s interventions artistic achievements will be illuminated through beckon viewers to consider fragments that exist the juxtaposition of early and late works throughin a slippery space between the future, the past, out the exhibition. and an alternate reality in the present. with his post-human artworks, villar rojas posits the one of the most influential and important living question: what happens after the end of art? artists to emerge in the 20th century, and one of america’s great living artists, Johns has been semivillar rojas’s method is emphatically site-spenal to the Broad collection. his work emerged with cific, requiring a deployment of project-based and has influenced numerous other collection teams who work on-site for extended periods of artists represented in depth, including robert time to fabricate the installations. long before the rauschenberg, andy warhol, Bruce nauman, ed beginning of a project, he makes a series of site ruscha, John Baldessari and sherrie levine (2/10 visits to immerse himself in the social, cultural, 5/13), theBroad.org geographical, and, above all, institutional environment where he will work. this inherently nomadic process echoes his own personal trajectory THE J. PAUL GETTY as an itinerant artist, one of constant travel and Caravaggio: Masterpieces from the Galleria Borghese engagement with a diversity of sites across the michelangelo merisi, better known as caravaggio globe (through 5/13), moca.org (italian, 1571—1610), forged a new path in the hisJonas Wood: Still Life with Two Owls Jonas wood is tory of european painting. his bold, naturalistic known for his hard-edged, exuberantly colored style, which emphasized the common humanity of watercolor drawings and paintings, which frethe protagonists in his works, was both highly adquently depict the everyday spaces of his studio mired and highly controversial among his contemand garden. recurrent motifs such as potted poraries. the galleria Borghese in rome houses six plants in beautiful ceramic vessels made by his paintings by caravaggio, the largest gathering of wife, ceramicist shio Kusaka, appear against a his works in a single collection. this exhibition ofbackdrop of the clarion blue skies of los angeles. fers a rare opportunity to experience three masterwood trains his eye on these lush daily landpieces from this renowned museum, and to gain scapes, often enlarging them to grand proporinsight into three crucial stages in caravaggio's tions that signal his fondness for small domestic short but intense career. (through 2/18), getty.edu pleasures. wood's new work—a new outdoor mural designed specifically to wrap the exterior
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Dawson Cole Fine Art Hosts Special Event Benefiting Boys & Girls Club During the month of December, Laguna Beach’s Dawson Cole Fine Art shared their philanthropic spirit and holiday cheer by hosting a special event benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach. On Dec. 7th, Rich and Ariane MacDonald from DCFA welcomed guests for a festive evening with small bites and delicious deserts from Broadway Restaurant, followed by a special performance from dancers from the Festival Ballet Theatre who performed vignettes from the Nutcracker. The gallery offered an amazing opportunity drawing where guest could win a onenight stay at the Ritz Carlton of Laguna Niguel, a gift bag by Dr. Obagi, tickets to see the Nutcracker at the Irvine Barclay Theater, among other gifts. Sales from the opportunity drawing benefited the programs offered to kids attending the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach. Prior to the event, DCFA asked attending guest to help support the Club by providing an unwrapped toy or new article of clothing for a boy or girl. The Club was amazed at how many toys were donated from the special event. “We are very grateful for the all the support and tremendous
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commitment Dawson Cole Fine Art has provided to our Club,” said CEO, Pam Estes of the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach. “The wonderful toys that were donated from our heart-warming Laguna Beach locals and surrounding areas bought so much joy to children of families who were in need of help during this holiday. We’d like to especially thank Rich and Ariane Macdonald for putting on this joyous event and making a positive impact in our youth who are our future.” www.dawsoncolefineart.com
ture of the myths and dreams of the Old West. Schenck’s work is not only cinematic in scope; it is also grounded in technique and style. His iconic, reductive approach is reminiscent of the color planes used in early computer graphics, establishing a visual dialogue between the straightforward subject matter and the more nuanced space of the rendering. The textual element of the comic book-inspired word bubbles is of equal importance to the meaning of each piece, often serving to either undermine or establish the guiding ambitions of the characters’ psyche.
Content Brought to You in Part by Our Community Sponsors. See pg 21
JoAnn Artman Presents: “Saddle Up II” featuring American Painter In subject, Schenck goes for the Billy Schenck iconic imagery of the Wild, Wild JoAnne Artman Gallery is pleased to present an exhibition of new works by Billy Schenck, capturing the persevering na-
Richard MacDonald Jr. with Pam Estes of The Boys & Girls Club
West - cowboys and Indians, sunsets and gunfire. Many of the scenes are a cheeky look at both the history of the American Frontier, as well as the established perceptions through the lens of contemporary popular culture, with a heavy dose of exaggerated passion and romance. The scenes pictured are at times comical, and at others, profound. Schenck plays up the ambiguity between his villains and heroes, underscoring the duality of human nature, a central theme in his work. www.joanneartmangallery.com
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This new gallery, now proudly occupying a wonderful South Coast Highway location, represents European artists, all professionally educated and each with a history of numerous national and international exhibitions. Offering originals, mostly framed oil on canvas, and variety of handmade glass, plus fine jewelry with diamonds. All reasonably priced. See website for hours and additional information. 949/715-7755 www.elenafineartgallery.com See page 31
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Located in North Laguna’s historic Gallery Row, Laguna North showcases local artists, specializing in plein air paintings. Featured artists include: Julie Christiansen-Dull, Jean Choi, Patti Cliffton, William Crawley, Jim Draughon, Eileen McCullough, Geri Medway, Fernando Micheli, Pamela Panattoni, Elaine Ruettiger, Teri Starkweather, Doug Stotts and Kathleen Michele Williams. Visitors are invited to meet the artists and view their beautiful originals. Open daily 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. First Thursdays artwalk participant.
949/494-4324 www.lagunanorthgallery.com
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LCAD GALLERY ILLUSTRATION IN ENTERTAINMENT DESIGN EXHIBITION February 01–22, 2018 Reception: Thursday, February 1st, 6–9PM FINE ARTS: FACULTY EXHIBITION March 01–30, 2018 Reception: Thursday, March 1st, 6–9PM GRAPHIC DESIGN + DIGITAL MEDIA EXHIBITION April 05–26, 2018 Reception: Thursday, April 5th 6–9PM LCAD Gallery 374 Ocean Ave. Laguna Beach, CA 92651 ADMISSION IS ALWAYS FREE Gallery Hours: 11AM – 4PM, Wednesday through Sunday Closed Monday and Tuesday LAGUNA COLLEGE OF ART + DESIGN LCAD.EDU
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Meet sculptor, Angela Mia De la Vega, at Pacific Sculpture Gallery in Newport Beach, Saturday, January 27th, 12-5 p.m.
Since sculpting her first bronze in 1994, Angela Mia De la Vega has been creating figurative bronze sculptures for international collectors, corporations and institutions. Exalting the human spirit through expressive faces and natural body movement has become Angela's recognized trademark. Her work's greatest inspiration is the curious and ever-changing individuality of her children. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As I'm working, I find the sculpture gradually coming to life. The piece never seems finished; I want to continue its creation but have to push myself to finally let go. Freedom of spirit is my work's purpose: to uplift and inspire feelings of pure love and joy. My fulfillment as an artist is complete if I feel that my sculpture stirs or awakens personal emotion in the hearts of its viewers.â&#x20AC;? Pacific Sculpture Gallery, www.pacificsculpture.com. See page 11
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LPAPA LPAPA IN RESIDENCE IN RESIDENCE at Forest & Ocean Gallery at Forest & Ocean Gallery 480 Ocean Avenue / Laguna Beach 480 Ocean Avenue / Laguna Beach
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Jan 15 - Jan 29,“Town 2018 / & Reception - Jan 20, 2018 Country” Jan 15 - Jan 29, 2018 / Reception “Romantic Nights” - Jan 20, 2018 Feb 5 - Feb 19, “Romantic 2018 / Reception - Feb 10, 2018 Nights” Feb 5 - Feb 19,“Less 2018 Is/ Reception - Feb 10, 2018 More” Mar 12 - Mar 26, 2018 “Less/ Reception Is More” - Mar 17, 2018
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LPAPA’s education program supports multi-generations with THE PLEIN AIR PROJECT The Younger Generation for 4th Grade Students and up, LPAPA’s programforsupports with Theeducation Next Generation College multi-generations level students, The Younger Generation for 4th Grade Students and up, The Now Generation with Adult Mentor Programs, Plein Talks and Theprofessional, Next Generation forand College level plein students, PaintOuts for emerging beginning air painters, The Now Generation with Adult Mentor Programs, Plein and The Kids Paint Out for youth, grades 4 through 12.Talks and PaintOutsHelp for us professional, andPlein beginning plein air painters, Continue emerging & Grow The Air Project! and The Kids PaintSupport Out forLPAPA youth, grades 4 through 12. Help us Continue & Grow The Plein Air Project! “Our 20 Year Support LPAPA
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PAINTING • S CULPTURE • M ONOTYPES FEATURED ARTISTS: Scottie Flamm Susan Gale Ann Kim Sunny Kim Dominique McKenzie
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Sandstone Gallery Laguna ● ● ● 384-A N. Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Over 37 years of Contemporary Art in Laguna Beach. Established in 1981, Sandstone Gallery Laguna represents the work of ten contemporary Southern California artists and features paintings, sculpture and original prints. New exhibitions open the first Thursday of each month from 6-9 pm. Located across the street from the Laguna Art Museum. Open daily 12 to 5 pm. http://facebook.com/sandstonegallerylaguna 949/497-6775 www.sandstonegallery.com See above
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Celebrating 10 years in Laguna Beach Gallery Director Ann Jones shares an overview of this potent, must-see gallery as it celebrates10 years in Laguna Beach
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Ten years ago, what began as a glimmer of an idea within a group of friends from Orange County Fine Arts Association has blossomed into an established beautiful and classic art gallery in Laguna Beach, proudly exhibiting the amazing and highly skilled artistry and talent of the artists who call the Artist Eye Gallery their own.
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In 2008, we were very fortunate to stumble upon a location in Lagunaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quaint HIP District, right on PCH surrounded by fabulous restaurants, shops and the historic La Casa del Camino Hotel across the street. We originally sub-let our space from Mian and Helen Situ because they had planned to move a few blocks away. We quickly pulled together a plan, measuring the square footage to calculate how many artists we would need to make this plan financially feasible. We juried in an eclectic group of 20 highly skilled artists. From those selected artists, we pooled our re-
sources, furnished the gallery and opened our doors on May 1, 2008 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; which also happened to be Art Walk night. After a few months we did a small remodel of the gallery. All the artists chipped in to strip and repaint the existing walls and build a back wall enabling us to exhibit more fine art in the gallery. In 2010 we renewed our lease with our current landlord and completed a major remodel of the gallery, changing the look completely. The saw-toothed design of the walls provides a unique view both as you enter the gallery and from the rear of the gallery. The new configuration creates a larger individual space for each artist to display their work. The gallery proudly exhibits watercolor, oil, acrylic, mixed media, photography and sculpture. Each artist works at the gallery twice a month to expertly assist customers as they purchase that special piece of artwork that brings a sense of beauty and love into their home. The artwork at our gallery is always changing so we invite you to drop in often and visit with our friendly, charismatic and knowledgeable artists. Artist Eye Gallery is located at 1294-A S. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 (949) 497-5898 See page 16 or visit, www.artisteyegallerylaguna.com
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The Irvine Museum Collection at the University of California, Irvine presents:
Harmony of Light Spring in California Through June 21, 2018 HARMONY OF LIGHT comprises a selection of paintings by California Impressionists that show Spring in California from nearly a century ago. Although the year-round mild climate was a key factor in the growth of the Golden State, it was in the Spring that nature put on her most glorious display.
William H. Clapp Country Road
The Irvine Museum Collection at the University of California, Irvine 18881 Von Karman Ave, Ground Floor Irvine, CA 92612
949/476-0294 Exhibit includes: COUNTRY ROAD by William H. Clapp THE BIRTH OF SPRING by Millard Sheets YOSEMITE FALLS FROM THE VALLEY and ALONG THE MERCED RIVER by Maurice Braun SAN JACINTO MOUNTAIN by John Frost and more. Millard Sheets The Birth of Spring
Open Tuesday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free admission and parking irvinemuseumcollection.uci.edu
LAGUNA NORTH GALLERY L O C AT E D I N NORTH LAGUNA’S HISTORIC GALLERY ROW
Julie Christainsen-Dull
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Julie Christiansen-Dull Jean Choi Patti Cliffton William Crawley Eileen McCullough
Laguna Lifeguard 15”x 21” w/c
Jim Draughon Eileen McCullough Geri Medway Fernando Micheli Pamela Panattoni Elaine Ruettiger Teri Starkweather Doug Stotts Kathleen Michele Williams William Crawley
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Open 1st Thursday 6-9pm during “Artwalk” See page 35, map #89
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Featuring a satisfying, stylistic mix of original works by 12 regional and international artists, including: large resined abstracts by Aaron Coleman; meditative Zen landscapes by Martin Beaupre; soothing, mixed media seascapes by Dasha Guilliam; inspirational, foundobject assemblages by Jennifer Verge; energy imbued, crystal creations by Tesa Michaels; hip, big-city expressions by Brooke Harker (left). Located on Gallery Row for 28 years. Daily 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. 949/494-8074 www.lumartingalleries.com
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With Carla’s bold, confident and impressionistic use of color she encourages us to see life through her unwavering optimistic view of the beautiful world we live in. Carla’s art invites you to celebrate life with her. 949•923•1810 info@carlabosch.com www.carlabosch.com 2016, 2017, 2018 Festival of Arts Exhibitor
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In downtown Laguna Beach, this beautiful gallery highlights original paintings and terracotta sculptures of prominent artist Marc Whitney. Reflecting East and West coast influences, his eclectic highly personal style encompasses such themes in his paintings as figures, interiors, landscapes, and still life florals and tabletops. Also exhibiting Whitney's fellow alumni from the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Open daily except Tues., call for appointments. 949/497-4322 949/463-1752 www.marcwhitney.com See below
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305 Forest Avenue, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 949.497.4322 www.marcwhitney.com
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Sheila Olsen Fine Art Gallery featuring Sheila’s signature contemporary abstract seascapes. Her boutique, funky, unique gallery features a rooftop ocean view garden that features periodic guest artists ranging from emerging local artists to renowned world wide artists. Live music, friendly atmosphere and a true beach feel welcomes all for art Walk shows.
949/423-9990 www.sheilaolsen.com
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Lorraine E’drie
Also available as a limited edition giclée
Original Work in Oil & Watercolor | Limited Edition Giclées See Lorraine at the 2017 Art-A- Fair/ Laguna Beach 949-554-3524 Also available at The WaterColor Gallery/Laguna Beach 949-494-8838
Gregory Lincoln Studio
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After a long residence in Maui, this acclaimed artist has returned to Laguna Beach. By appointment only, visitors may view the original artworks of Gregory Goyo Lincoln. Gregory’s artwork is of figurative pieces and land/seascapes. In a style uniquely his own, his figurative works are primitivism at its bravest, most pure, essential best, and usually based on important literary themes. His outdoor scenes are painted locally onsite, on uniquely shaped canvases. He is also a photographer. Please call first for studio hours and appointments.
949/494-1455 949/274-2154 goyo@mac.com
The Redfern Gallery
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Edgar Payne
The Redfern Gallery is one of the most important galleries of its kind, having specialized in the California Impressionist School (1890s -1940s) for 39 years. The gallery presents museum quality historical paintings by Guy Rose, Edgar Payne, Alson Clark, Joseph Kleitsch and others. The gallery is always interest in the purchase of quality painting – with record prices paid. Open Tues. – Sat., and by appointment 949/497-3356 www.redferngallery.com
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The Cove Gallery is artist-owned, featuring 14 accomplished artists specializing in a contrast of styles of original art in oils, acrylics, watercolor, mixed media along with 3-D photography and digital art. Works are presented in an ever changing exhibition with the artists there for you to meet. The new location of the Cove Gallery is directly across PCH from the entrance to the Surf & Sand Resort. Buy directly from the artist and save! 949/715-7149 www.covegallerylaguna.com
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Gifts, candles and home accessories. The fresh finds in this shop come from all over the world, as well as from local craftsmen: hand-crafted paper lamps, picture frames, candle holders, candles, ceramics, glass- and ironware, even fragrant soaps and bath items. This intriguing repertoire of unique gift items and whimsical housewares, combined with exquisite service, makes Areo a pleasant ascent from the crowded streets. Merchandise changes weekly with each new delivery.
949/376-0535 www.areohome.com
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Barbara Fudurich Picnic Beach watercolor 11"x 15" NOT ON MAP
Lance Heck The Art of Jewelry
Barbara Fudurich Watercolors Dana Point Studio by Appointment ●
Barbara displays a range of perspectives that highlight the beauty of landscapes and intimacy of outdoor still life and simple daily activities that have been described as “peaceful”. Her greatest pleasure, painting on location, has taken her to venues around the world. View at her studio or at the Watercolor Gallery, Laguna. 949/240-1724 www.fudurich.com
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"I strive for an aesthetic that blends contemporary, clean design with an obsession for craftsmanship and detail that is 'old world' I hope that when you hold one of my pieces, you will see the quality, feel the inspiration, and above all, know that you are wearing art!"
949/494-3299 www.lanceheck.com
John Tolle
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In South Coast Village, features regional artists' original work and a selection of artwork for the collector and gift giver. The gallery attracts clients and decorators seeking exceptional pieces for home or business. A portion of sales goes to support art scholarships in Orange County. An Orange County Fine Arts non-profit gallery. 715/540-6430 www.ocfinearts.org
Extensive line of original designs in a variety of categories including: bracelets, earrings, wedding rings, necklaces, men’s jewelry and more. See website for additional information. Located on PCH just blocks south of the Surf & Sand Hotel.
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Skylight Tower Gem by Akino Tsuchiya, sterling silver & blue topaz
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Sherry Pollack Walker ● By Appointment DePoy Fine Art, Newport Beach CA
A New Yorker, now in S. California, Sherry started her art education under Ron Mehlman (Brooklyn Mus. of Art), and later, armed with a Boston U. BFA launched a NYC commercial art career directing the likes of Sony, Jaquar and BMW. Returning to her fine art roots in drawing, she now works and excells in pastels, oil pastels and oil. 949/212-7389 tesoriart@yahoo.com
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949/497-2115 www.johntollejewelry.com
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A new haven for jewelry enthusiasts looking to indulge in one-of-a-kind artisan pieces. The gallery space showcases diverse designers, specializing in luxury objets d'art. Contemporary jewelry is the focus of the collection, which is comprised of rare, handcrafted pieces, appealing to those with an elevated aesthetic. 949/390-4790 avranexclusive.com
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Franz A. Bischoff (1864-1929) Artist’s Studio Pasadena oil on Board 16”x 12”
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Specializing in 19th and 20th Century California Painters 949-376-3785 info@derusfinearts.com www.derusfinearts.com 1590 S. Coast Hwy, #5, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 See below, map #166 Located at corner of S. Coast Hwy & Bluebird Cyn. Rd. Open Wed. through Sun. 11a.m. - 5p.m.
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De Ru’s Fine Arts has specialized in Early California Impressionist paintings for over 45 years, and is a nationally recognized leader in the field. Exhibiting a wide variety of fine paintings at affordable prices, the current display features biographical information about the artists. If you are interested in learning about this period of California’s art history, stop by for a visit. The Laguna Beach gallery is located at the corner of South Coast Highway and Bluebird Canyon Road. The gallery proudly serves all collectors, from beginner to corporate and museum collections. Also available is a wide selection of art reference books. De Ru’s is always interested in purchasing paintings of the period. Open Wed. - Sun., 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. 949/376-3785 www.derusfinearts.com info@derusfinearts.com (See above)
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"Punalu’u Beach" Acrylic on canvas, 4”x 6”
GREGORY GOYO LINCOLN PA I N T I N G S P H O T O G R A P H Y PA S T E L S
"View of Diamondhead" Acrylic on canvas, 4”x 6”
BY APPOINTMENT 2585 TEMPLE HILLS DR, LAGUNA BEACH ALSO SEE GREG AT THE SAWDUST FESTIVAL JULY & AUGUST GOYO18@MAC.COM 949-494-1455 or 949-274-2154
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Near Modesto | Emil Kosa Jr. | Oil on canvas, 1940
Chapman University invites you to discover the beauty and artistry of 20th Century California Scene painters at the Hilbert Museum of California Art. The museum’s inaugural exhibition, “Narrative Visions,” includes oils and watercolors of everyday life in the Golden State, and features art by Millard Sheets, Lee Blair, Rex Brandt, Emil Kosa Jr., Phil Dike and many others. Admission is free; come enjoy this artistic treasure in historic Orange, conveniently located across the street from the Orange Metrolink station. 167 N O R T H ATC H I S O N S T R E E T | O R A N G E, C A 9 28 6 6 H I L B E R TM U S E U M .O R G
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Roy LICHTENSTEIN Connecting the Dots ... in Pop by Joy Shannon
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nce you ‘got’ Pop, you could never see a sign the same way again. And once you thought Pop you could never see America the same way again.” (Andy Warhol) The Pop Art movement of the 1960s became known as an utter redefinition of what was considered art. Suddenly, artists were elevating everyday objects like soup cans to fine art pieces, and utilizing what were considered commercial painting or printing processes never before used in the realm of fine art. While Warhol was famous for using commercial screen printing, typically used to print signs and disposable posters, to create works that were displayed in fine Roy Lichtenstein art galleries, painter Roy Lichenstein was known for mimicking the commercial printing process called “Ben Day” dots used to inexpensively print comic books and newspapers. By elevating a printing process that was used in throw-away medias to large scale paintings and even sculpture, Lichenstein turned what was considered art upon its head, in proper Pop Art style.
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Perhaps best known for his piece 1963 painting “Whaam!” Lichenstein recreated an image from the 1962 issue of DC Comics' All-American Men of War, which shows a jet fighter plane deploying a missile at another plane. The comic caption above the bright and almost patriotic primary-colored composition reads “I pressed the fire control… and ahead of me rockets blazed through the sky… Whaam!” In light of the tumultuous politics of 1962 and 1963, from the Cuban Missile crisis to the assassination of President Kennedy, taking such a bold and triumphant image of war and violence from a comic and isolating it on a large scale canvas, seemed to question American cultural ideals, concepts of war, politics and patriotism. By isolating and enlarging what were small and seemingly meaningless or insignificant pieces of comic imagery, Lichenstein’s work gives these comic panels immense amounts of weighted cultural significance and meaning. The artist’s use of melodramatic romantic comic imagery in such pieces as “Engagement Ring” (1961) and “Drowning Girl” (1963), highlight American pop cultural ideals of love, relationships between men and women and what is authentic in emotions or not. Like Warhol’s work omicontinued on pg. 62
Blam, 1962
M-Maybe, 1965
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Roy LICHTENSTEIN In his later works, Lichenstein went on to reimagine imagery found in the works of early 20th century masters like Picasso and Dalí in his signature dot printing style, taking what was once expressionistic and emotional and “industrializing” its painting style to look like a commercially printed process. In this way, he showcased the mass-reproduction of these masters works, which, perhaps, had changed their personal meaning and significance in popular culture over time.
Drowning Girl, 1963
nously foreshadowed the acceleration of the celebrity-making machine that dominates our media to this day, Lichenstein was highlighting, and seemingly questioning, the pop cultural dissemination of ideas about relationships and gender roles. Lichtenstein was fascinated at the time, by what he called the “industrialization of emotions” and stated "I was very excited about, and very interested in, the highly emotional content yet detached impersonal handling of love, hate, war, etc., in these cartoon images.” Whether he fully intended it or not, Lichenstein’s imagery seemed right in step with the questioning of gender role ideals, as seen in the 1960s women’s rights movement.
Pistol, 1968
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As Lichenstein commented on his own works: “I'm never drawing the object itself; I'm only drawing a depiction of the object - a kind of crystallized symbol of it,” the artist’s works reproduced cultural symbols and icons as a way to challenge cultural meaning and memory. Just as Warhol reproduced the iconic imagery of Marilyn Monroe like religious “iconography” which seemed to question the cultural act of making a religion out of celebrity, Lichenstein’s works elevated the broad and loaded concepts of gender, relationships, war, art and emotions to fine art, while also questioning the cultural idealism within those concepts themselves. In essence, Lichenstein created both deeply simple and superficially complex works. And, in perfect Pop Art fashion, once you have seen a Lichenstein, you can never see a comic strip the same way again.
Femail Figure, 1979
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Pacific Edge Gallery 540 S. Coast Hwy, #112, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 (In The Collection Building)
Now celebrating 27 years of showcasing some of the finest Laguna Beach artists, including: modern impressionist Maria Bertran, the"lightscapes" of Tom Swimm, master of plein air painters Jacobus Baas and Bryan Mark Taylor, contemporary expressionist Sandra Jones Campbell, and the unique contemporary oils of Brenda K. Bredvik. Pacific Edge is also the exclusive West Coast gallery for John Lennon's artwork. Open daily. 949/494-0491 www.pacificedgegallery.com See page 27
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Artist Eye Gallery features a diverse collection of artwork by 17 Southern California artists, who provide an eclectic perspective through their exceptional talents and widespread experiences. The gallery exhibits a rich mixture of fine art mediums in Paintings, Sculpture and Photography. Open Sunday - Thursday, 12:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m.. Friday & Saturday, 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
949/497-5898 www.artisteyelagunagallery.com
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949/752-5222
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Gardunos Ristorante Italiano 298 E. 17th St.,Costa Mesa, CA 92627 COSTA MESA ●
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Ti Amo by il Barone 31727 S. Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 LAGUNA BEACH
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Royal Thai Cuisine 1750 S. Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 LAGUNA BEACH
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THAI A 9-year gold-award winner from the So. Cal. Restaurant Writers Assn., this exciting Thai restaurant specializes in exotic, traditionally prepared Thai dishes with fresh seafoods, chicken, beef and vegetables. Lunch, dinner, Sun. brunch, classes. Second location: 4001 W. Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, 714/645-8424.
949/645-5505 Fax 949/645-5058
949/494-8424 www.royalthaicuisine.com
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Mother’s Kitchen 1890 Newport Bl., Costa Mesa, 92627
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CARIBBEAN/SEAFOOD/WEST INDIES Sip Eva's West Indies knockout rum punch, refreshing Cuban mojitos, cucumber vodka kooler and house pomegranate martini. Exotic cuisine: conch fritters, jerk chicken, curry prawns, bbq salmon, and Louisiana catfish. Dinner: Tues - Sun from 5pm.
949/631-4741 www.mothersmarket.com
949/499-6311 www.evascaribbeankitchen.com
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Haute Cakes Caffe 1807 Westcliff Dr., Newport Beach, CA 92663 NEWPORT BEACH
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949/642-4114 www.hautecakescaffe.co
949/443-1342 www.ramoshouse.com
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CALIFORNIA Established in 1991, this cozy, casual eatery, with courtyard dining available, is a favorite with the locals. Specializing in breakfast and lunch, with on-site bakery, grille and espresso bar extraordinaire. All foods made inhouse daily. Catering, take-out available. Open Mon - Sat 7 a.m. - 3 p.m., Sun 8 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
“Honfleur, France”
Lorraine E’drie
Watercolor 22” x 30”
The Watercolor Gallery 1492 S. Coast Hwy, #7, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 (See map, #151) Located in the “Art Center” across from the Surf & Sand Hotel
www.watercolorgalleries.com 949-494-8838
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Nine acres of galleries, gardens, theaters and the restored farmhouse where our 37th president was born in 1913. Visitors will experience a high-tech ride through history: priceless gifts of state, a summit-in-statuary of great world leaders, the Kennedy/Nixon debates, the Berlin Wall, Watergate, the President and First Lady’s burial sites and much more. Open daily, 10 - 5, Sunday 11 - 5. Please see the Local Arts Calendar or call direct for information. 714/993-3393 www.nixonlibrary.gov
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Muckenthaler Cultural Center 1201 W. Malvern Ave., Fullerton, CA 92833
Our mission is to provide our community experiences that stimulate creativity and imagination, and to conserve the heritage of The Muckenthaler Estate. The Muckenthaler Cultural Center provides extraordinary gallery exhibits, performances and stimulating educational programs to Orange County's diverse communities and beyond. The historic mansion and outdoor amphitheatre provide spectacular settings for weddings, receptions, and corporate events. Gallery Hours Wed. - Sun. 12 - 4. Additional Thursday Hours 5 - 9. See the Local Arts Calendar, pgs. 26 - 30, for show information.
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The Bowers Museum 2002 N. Main Street (at 20th St.), Santa Ana, CA 92706
The Bowers is a world-class, internationally-celebrated museum dedicated to the preservation, study and exhibition of fine arts from around the world. The museum has organized some of the biggest exhibits in the area, and is the first, outside England, to sign an exclusive agreement with The British Museum to showcase its collections. The Bowers features 4 permanent exhibits (Pre-Columbian, California Impressionist Paintings, Native America, California History), as well as lectures, films, concerts, festivals, stores and a restaurant, all set in the historic courtyard. Open daily except Mon., 10 - 4. Please see the Local Arts Calendar, pgs. 26 - 30, for show information. 714/567-3600 www.bowers.org See page 22
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18881 Von Karman, Suite 100, Irvine, CA 92612
Founded in 1992 by visionary & philanthropist Joan Irvine Smith, The Irvine Museum is dedicated to the preservation and display of Early California paintings, 1890-1930. On view, “Moods of California.” (through 2/8/18). Open Tues - Sat, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Docent tours available. Free admission, validated parking. Amadee Joullin “Marsh at Sunset,” left.
949/476-0294 949/476-2565 www.irvinemuseumcollection.uci.edu
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Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) Fashion Island/850 San Clemente Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
OCMA offers a broad range of fine visual experiences in a wide variety of media, focusing on the contemporary and historical arts of California. Please call venue direct for hours, rates and show information, or see the Local Arts Calendar, pgs. 26 - 30.
Newport Beach: 949/759-1122 www.ocma.net
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Laguna Art Museum (LAM) 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Laguna Art Museum is a museum of American art with a special focus on the art of California. Its purpose is to provide the public with exposure to art and to promote an understanding of the role of art and artists in American culture, through collection, conservation, exhibition, research, scholarship and education. Working within the tradition of the oldest cultural institution in Orange County, the Museum documents regional art and places it in a national context. LAM maintains its historic ties to the community and is responsive, accessible and relevant to the area's diverse population. Open Mon., Tues., Fri., Sat., 11 - 5. Thurs., 11 - 9. Closed Wed. Please see the Local Arts Calendar, pgs. 26 - 30, visit the website, or call direct for information. 949/494-8971 www.lagunaartmuseum.org
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Mission San Juan Capistrano Ortega Highway at Camino Capistrano, SanJuan Capistrano
Founded November 1, 1776 by Padre Junipero Serra, Mission San Juan Capistrano is the best known and most romantic of the 21 historic California missions. The "Jewel of the Missions" occupies a 10-acre site, including stately ruins of the great stone church, which was destroyed by an earthquake in 1812, and Serra Chapel, the oldest building in California. Visitors may also enjoy the mission’s colorful gardens, many museum rooms, bookstore and gift shop. New digital audio tour free with admission. Open daily, 8:30 to 5:00. Please see the Local Arts Calendar, pgs. 18 - 22, or call direct for event and show information.
949/234-1300 www.missionsjc.com
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Theaters Balboa Performing Arts Theater, 707 E. Balboa Blvd., Newport Beach .....................................................949/673-0895 Camino Real Playhouse, 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano....................................................949/489-8082 Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts, 12700 Center Court Drive, Cerritos .............................................562/916-8500 Chance Theater, 5552 E. La Palma, Anaheim Hills ....................................................................................714/777-3033 Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano ...............................................................949/496-8930 Costa Mesa Civic Playhouse, 661 Hamilton, Costa Mesa ..........................................................................949/650-5269 Curtis Theater, One Civic Center Circle, Brea ............................................................................................714/990-7722 Festival Forum Theatre, 650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach..........................................................949/851-9930 Fullerton Civic Light Opera, 218 W. Commonwealth, Fullerton ..................................................................714/879-1732 Fullerton College Theater & Gallery, 321 E. Chapman, Fullerton...............................................................714/992-7294 Galaxy Theater, 3503 S. Harbor Blvd., Santa Ana......................................................................................714/957-0600 Golden West College Theater & Gallery, 15744 Golden West, Huntington ...............................................714/895-8772 Grove Theater, 2200 E. Katella, Anaheim...................................................................................................714/712-2700 Honda Center (formerly Arrowhead Pond), 2695 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim ...............................................714/704-2500 House of Blues, 1530 S. Disneyland Drive, Anaheim .................................................................................714/778-2583 Huntington Beach Playhouse, 7111 Talbert Ave., Huntington Beach..........................................................714/375-0696 Irvine Barclay Theatre (IBT), 4242 Campus Dr., (at UCI), Irvine ................................................................949/854-4646 Irvine Community Theater, 1 Sunnyhill Dr., Irvine.......................................................................................949/559-6797 Laguna Beach Artists’ Theatre, 625 Park Ave., Laguna Beach ..................................................................949/497-7750 Laguna Playhouse, 606 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach .................................................................949/497-2787 Newport Theatre Arts Center, 2501 Cliff Dr., Newport Beach .....................................................................949/631-0288 Orange Coast College Gallery/Robert B. Moore Theater, 2701 Fairview, Costa Mesa................................714/432-5880 Orange Curtain Theater, 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano.....................................................949/412-3252 Pacific Amphitheatre, 1000 Fair Drive, O.C. Fairgrounds, Costa Mesa ......................................................714/708-1870 Pageant of the Masters, Irvine Bowl Park, 650 Laguna Cyn. Rd., Laguna Beach......................................949/497-6582 San Clemente Community Theatre, 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente.................................................949/492-0465 Santa Ana College Theatre Arts, 1530 W. 17th St., Santa Ana ..................................................................714/564-5661 Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa..........................................................714/556-ARTS Shakespeare/Walterman Theatre, 333 N. Glassell (Chapman University), Orange ...................................714/744-7016 South Coast Repertory (SCR), 655 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa ............................................................714/708-5555 Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, 8808 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine ...............................................................949/855-8095
Musical/Theatrical Companies Ballet Pacifica .............................................................................................................................................949/851-9930 Mozart Classical Orchestra .........................................................................................................................949/830-2950 Newport Beach Film Festival ......................................................................................................................949/253-2880 Orange County Light Opera Company .......................................................................................................714/444-2288 Pacific Chorale............................................................................................................................................714/662-2345 Pacific Symphony Orchestra.......................................................................................................................714/755-5788 Philharmonic Society of Orange County .....................................................................................................949/553-2422
More Cultural Venues Art-A-Fair Festival, 777 Laguna Cyn. Rd., Laguna Beach..........................................................................949/494-4514 Artists Village, 2nd St. & Broadway, Santa Ana ..........................................................................................714/647-6563 B.C. Space Photography Gallery, 235 Forest Ave., Laguna Beach ............................................................949/497-1880 Beall Center for Art and Technology, 4242 Campus Dr., (at UCI), Irvine ....................................................949/824-6206 Bowers Kidseum, 1802 N. Main, Santa Ana ...............................................................................................714/480-1520 Casa Romantica Cultural Center & Gardens, San Clemente .....................................................................949/498-2139 Centennial Heritage Museum, 3101 W. Harvard, Santa Ana......................................................................714/540-0404 City of Brea Gallery, One Civic Center Circle, Brea ....................................................................................714/990-7730 Coastline Community College Art Gallery,1515 Monrovia Ave, Newport Beach.........................................714/241-6213 CSU Fullerton Art Gallery, 800 N. State College, Fullerton.........................................................................714/773-3262 Diego Sepulveda Adobe, 1900 W. Adams, Costa Mesa.............................................................................714/631-5918 Discovery Science Center, 2500 N. Main, Santa Ana.................................................................................714/542-2823 Festival of Arts/Pageant of the Masters, 650 Laguna Cyn. Rd., Laguna Beach .........................................949/497-6582 Fullerton Museum Center, 301 N. Pomona Ave., Fullerton.........................................................................714/738-6545 Guggenheim Gallery, Chapman University, 333 N. Glassell, Orange .........................................................714/997-6729 Heritage Hill Historical Park, 25151 Serrano Road, Lake Forest ................................................................949/923-2230 Heritage of San Clemente, 415 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente ...........................................................949/369-1299 Huntington Beach Art Center, 538 Main St., Huntington Beach..................................................................714/374-1650 International Printing Museum, 8469 Kass Drive, Buena Park ...................................................................714/523-2070 International Surf Museum, 411 Olive Ave., Huntington Beach ..................................................................714/960-3483 Irvine Fine Arts Center, Heritage Park, 14321 Yale Ave., Irvine..................................................................949/724-6880 Irvine Historical Museum, 5 San Joaquin, Irvine .........................................................................................949/786-4112 John Wayne Airport Vi Smith Concourse Gallery, 18601 Airport Way, Santa Ana......................................949/252-5124 Laguna College of Art & Design, 2222 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna......................................................949/376-6000 La Habra Children’s Museum, 301 S. Euclid, La Habra .............................................................................562/905-9698 Los Rios Historic District, Del Obispo & Los Rios, San Juan Capistrano ...................................................949/493-4700 Marconi Automotive Museum, 1302 Industrial Drive, Tustin .......................................................................714/258-3001 Mexican American Museum of Art, 600 S. Grand Ave., Santa Ana ............................................................714/541-3070 MUZEO, 241 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim...................................................................................................714/956-8936 Newland House Museum, 19820 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach .............................................................714/962-5777 Newport Beach Central/Public Library, 1000 Avocado, Newport Beach .....................................................949/717-3800 Newport Beach City Hall Gallery, 3300 Newport Blvd., Newport Beach .....................................................949/717-3870 Newport Harbor Nautical Museum, 151 E. Coast Hwy., Newport Beach....................................................949/673-7863 O.C. Center for Contemporary Art (OCCCA), 117 N. Sycamore, Santa Ana..............................................714/667-1517 O.C. Natural History Museum, 28373 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Niguel........................................................949/831-3287 Old Courthouse Museum, 211 W. Santa Ana Blvd., Santa Ana..................................................................714/834-3703 O’Neill Museum, 31831 Los Rios, San Juan Capistrano ............................................................................949/493-8444 Santora Building of the Arts, 207 N. Broadway, Santa Ana ........................................................................949/673-0500 Sawdust Art Festival, 935 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach ..............................................................949/494-3030 Sherman Library & Gardens, 2647 E. Coast Hwy., Corona Del Mar ..........................................................949/673-2261 Soka University, 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo...........................................................................................949/480-4081
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LOCALNEWS NOTES tagonists in his works, was both highly admired and highly controversial among his contemporaries. The Galleria Borghese in Rome houses six paintings by Caravaggio, the largest gathering of his works in a single collection. Caravaggio: Masterpieces from the Galleria Borghese offers a rare opportunity to experience three masterpieces from this renowned museum, and to gain insight into three crucial stages in Caravaggio's short but intense career.
Sunny Day at Mission San Jose by Situ Art Academy instructor Calvin Liang
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atmosphere for students and instructors to facilitate each otherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s art growth. Covina, CA. www.situartacademy.com
This exhibition celebrates the launch of the Caravaggio Research Institute, an international project on the artist originating from the collection of the Galleria Borghese. The Institute, supported by Fendi Roma, is dedicated to furthering knowledge and advancing our understanding of Caravaggio and his work through collaborations with museums and institutions worldwide, and the establishment of a digital platform to provide information and support new research. www.getty.edu
Jan 24 - 26 Head Painting workshop with Mian Situ. In Caravaggio at The this workshop, Mian will break J. Paul Getty Museum down the process of painting a Michelangelo Merisi, better head into three basic parts; drawing, value and color. Struc- known as Caravaggio (Italian, ture, shapes of the head, light & 1571â&#x20AC;&#x201D;1610), forged a new shadow will also be analyzed in path in the history of European painting. His bold, naturalistic these three days. Mian will be style, which emphasized the doing demonstration everyday common humanity of the proand helping each student individually. Feb 2 -4, Boy with a Basket of Fruit, c. 1593 by Caravaggio Landscape Painting with Calvin Liang. In this workshop, students will be working indoor from photos they take on location. Calvin will begin with a demonstration and spend the remaining time with each student throughout the rest of the day. It is recommended to bring a laptop or tablet for the studio days. Alternatively, students may bring color prints of your reference photos. Situ Art Academy is founded by a nationally recognized artist, Mian Situ. The Academy's goal is to offer an artistic LOCALARTS.COM
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