"6 BEST ART GALLERIES IN LAGUNA BEACH"
CBS LOS ANGELES: February 28, 2016
Laguna Beach isn’t all about the beach – it’s also about galleries, the Laguna Beach Art Museum, and bustling Thursday evening art walks. In short: it’s not just about catching a wave, it’s about catching the latest, most interesting art. Here are some of the best places in town to see a stellar art exhibit....
"5 WAYS ORANGE COUNTY CELEBRATES ART"
LAGUNA BEACH 2016
In Orange County, CA, art is celebrated every day. The diversity and creativity throughout the area ensures a community-wide appreciation for the arts. That appreciation is easily seen in the art galleries, museums, and events curated by art lovers and local artists. Here are a few of the ways Orange County celebrates art.
Local Art Galleries
There are many great art galleries in the OC, and Sandstone Gallery is certainly tops among them. This beautiful space places its focus on contemporary fine art, putting the work of some of today’s best Southern California artists on display. If you find yourself in Laguna Beach on your OC visit, you should definitely spend some time taking in the amazing pieces of art at Sandstone. And as a bonus: it’s only a block away from the Laguna Art Museum!
Laguna Art-a-Fair Fine Art Festival
The Orange County city of Laguna Beach has hosted their Art-a-Fair for the past fifty years. This festival celebrates the fine arts and crafts produced by local artists and artisans. The works showcased range from traditional paintings to glass, wood, and jewelry. Not only does this festival function as an art gallery but it also works to support local artists as festival-goers purchase their pieces. Nothing says “art appreciation” like supporting local artists.
Annual Elvis Festival
A lighthearted event, the Elvis festival showcases local musicians as they cover hit songs by Elvis Presley. While the musicians play, you can also dine on “Elvis-themed” food provided by local restaurants. Guests get the chance to sing karaoke as well as view Elvis memorabilia from collectors.
First Saturday Art Walk
While most places celebrate First Thursday for their art walks, downtown Santa Ana breaks the norm with their First Saturday. On the first Saturday of each month, local art galleries and businesses come together to display local art. With about 20 different locations each month, visitors can stroll through downtown Santa Ana, enjoy discounts on food, and view local artwork. This tradition was started in 1999 and has been a piece of Santa Ana’s culture ever since.
"ARTIST BREAKS THROUGH IN A NEW MEDIUM"
LAGUNA BEACH INDEPENDENT: July 17, 2015
It is not often that an artist switches to a completely new medium...
"GALAXIES, MYSTERIES, SOUL MATES: SANDSTONE GALLERY AT 30"
LAGUNA BEACH PATCH: June 29, 2011
Sandstone Gallery, the oldest on North Laguna’s historic Gallery Row, celebrated 30 years this month since it was first established in 1981 by 10 women from the then-Laguna Beach School of Art...
"SHADOW DANCERS MEET ENGLISH SEASIDES AT SANDSTONE GALLERY"
LAGUNA BEACH PATCH: February28, 2011
Whether transported to a time when the human mind was more in tune with nature—where human history meets biosphere meets geosphere in Lynn Welker’s abstract narrative paintings...
"WELKER'S WORK TRANSCENDS DOCUMENTING PEOPLE, PLACES, THINGS"
ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER: February 8, 2011
Lynn Welker is an artist and avid traveler. At the Sandstone Gallery, Welker exhibits her abstract narrative paintings entitled "Stone Houses". While Welker often paints landscapes...
"ART ROUNDTABLE: THE ART OF THE RECEPTION"
LAGUNA BEACH MAGAZINE: August/September 2010
A great reception is often a measure of warm hospitality. On First Thursday opening nights, patrons find an array of treats along with Sandstone Gallery's signature punch on the second...
"RETROSPECTIVE - 30 YEARS OF ART, 90 YEARS OF LIFE"
LAGUNA NEWS-POST: November 25, 2008
At age 90, Chapman is still a driving force at the gallery, the only original artist of the group who still exhibits her work. Chapman insists on displaying only original contemporary work of the highest quality...
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