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Day of the Dead / Dia de los Muertos Celebration at Laguna Art Museum

10.23.23

Join Laguna Art Museum for a vibrant Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) Celebration on Saturday, October 28, 2023, with two sessions at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.

During this engaging event, Self Help Graphics & Art (SHG) brings their Barrio Mobile Art Studio (BMAS) to the museum's newly redesigned STUDIO/Lab. They will provide hands-on instruction in the art of screen printing. Participants will have the opportunity to craft their own stencils and use them to silkscreen colorful imagery onto tote bags, immersing themselves in the rich artistic tradition of Dia De Los Muertos.

Founded in 1970 in the heart of East Los Angeles, SHG and BMAS have steadfastly championed equity and social justice through the medium of art. Their dedication to nurturing emerging artists and showcasing Latino art extends well beyond the East Los Angeles and Boyle Heights communities.

Please note that there is a limited number of tickets available for this event, and they are free with museum admission. While at the museum, we invite you to explore the "Marking an Era: Celebrating Self Help Graphics & Art at 50" exhibition, which highlights the incredible artistic journey of SHG and their profound impact on the community.

For more event details and registration information, please visit this link.

307 Cliff Drive in Laguna Beach. 

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JoAnne Artman Gallery Presents: ALONG COMES MARY TOO

10.20.23

Laguna Beach's JoAnne Artman Gallery is thrilled to showcase ALONG COMES MARY TOO, an inspiring exhibition featuring the latest creations by Mary Finlayson now through November 30, 2023.

Mary Finlayson's artwork is a celebration of color, pattern, and form, brought to life through her unique use of gouache and vinyl emulsion. Exploring themes of home, memory, and self, her captivating still lifes and interiors offer a glimpse into the stories that our environments reveal about our identities.

Each interior space is treated like a portrait with its own narrative, unveiling the tales that lie within. By flattening the perspective, her still lifes provide an intimate peek into curated spaces, capturing both the essence of the scene and the movement within. Energetic lines breathe life into otherwise static settings and floral arrangements, while her simplified yet intricate forms create a distinct and captivating style.

Drawing inspiration from iconic artists like David Hockney, Henri Matisse, and Stuart Davis, Finlayson employs bold color palettes, repetitive patterns, and simplified shapes. Combining her background in printmaking and painting, she skillfully layers and contrasts colors to craft tightly constructed compositions that are uniquely her own. Her meticulous approach involves thoughtful consideration of personal connections, perspective, and the emotions captured within each scene, resulting in environments that blend reality with imagination, weaving captivating narratives through her art.

Mary Finlayson, an artist, teacher, and art therapist, resides and creates in San Francisco. Her artistic journey includes a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Queen's University, a Graduate Degree in Art Therapy from the Vancouver Art Therapy Institute, and an Arts Education Degree from the University of British Columbia.

Visit JoAnne Artman Gallery at 346 N Coast Hwy in Laguna Beach to experience the vibrant ALONG COMES MARY TOO exhibition. For inquiries, reach out at 949-510-5481 or via email at joanneartman@aol.com. Explore more at joanneartmangallery.com.

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