ART
LOCAL ARTISTS AND CREATORS SHARE WHAT INSPIRES THEM IN THE ART MECCA THAT IS LAGUNA BEACH.
Creating Generational Photographs with Eardog Productions
Kimberly M. Wang, founder of Eardog Productions, is an Orange County local and photographer who looks at photographs as pieces of art that will be passed on for generations.
Kirsten Sadlier Breathes New Life into Recycled Surfboards
Kirsten Sadlier is a Laguna Beach-based artist who is known for her pastel color palette and affinity to painting on recycled surfboards, inspired by her love of the ocean and her son’s love of surfing.
Laguna Illustrator Rachel Judd Finds Beauty in Fine Lines
After a rough past, Laguna Beach Illustrator Rachel Judd found solace in the fine lines of illustration. A talented artist who has worked with some of social media’s biggest names, Judd’s art takes the structure of the face, with a whimsical approach.
With His Drone, Nadim Zoghbi Found Happiness, Community, and Humpback Whales
Laguna Beach drone photographer Nadim Zoghbi left a lucrative corporate career to find his passion in aerial photography. We chat with the photographer about the steps it took to make that decision and how it’s all working out high above SoCal’s palm trees.
Annette H. Evans Puts a Modern Spin on Iconic Masterpieces
Laguna artist, Annette H. Evans, reimagines iconic figures, placing them in Laguna Beach in modern fashion.
Striding Towards Fame with Singer/Songwriter Ava August
Singer/Songwriter Ava August talks about her experience on American Idol, what she’s learned, and what the next steps are in her budding music career.
ARTime BARRO Celebrates the Art of Teaching
ARTime BARRO is a women-owned ceramic and pottery studio with three locations: Laguna Beach, Mission Viejo, and (soon-to-be) Costa Mesa. Known for its unmatched teaching techniques for students of all ages, the BARRO is quickly becoming a cultural epicenter for the local art community.
Drone Pilot Aline Espino Captures a Different View of Orange County
Aline Espino is an Orange County-based drone pilot who captures a different perspective of Southern California through her photography.
Alia Manetta Shows How Inspiration Can Become Motivation for Impact
Laguna Beach artist Alia Manetta of AM Studios uses her love of art to fund research for causes close to her heart.