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41st Annual California Cool Art Auction, Benefit & Bash

By Greer Wylder

March 03, 2023

Join Laguna Art Museum for an unforgettable night during a signature auction and benefit as they celebrate 41 years of connecting artists, collectors, and the community. The museum’s largest fundraiser of the year has been reimagined to offer the preeminent California Cool experience, with a creative California-inspired culinary and cocktail experience, a special performance by musical guest and Laguna local, Grammy-nominated, Lee Rocker of the Stray Cats, an artistic photo opportunity on the red carpet with photographer Tony Pinto and the chance to meet many of California’s most notable artists supporting the museum and participating in the auction. For those who cannot…

Pageant of the Masters Offers a “Lovable” Discount for Your Favorite Valentine thru February 14th

By Greer Wylder

February 06, 2023

Charm your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day with tickets to the 2023 Pageant of the Masters production, Art Colony: In the Company of Artists, with performances nightly July 7th - September 1st in romantic Laguna Beach. You and your sweetheart will be amazed as art literally comes to life on stage with real people posing to look like life-sized works of art. The Pageant of the Masters has been listed as a must-see event by multiple publications, including Yahoo.com and Business Insider. Here are the top 5 reasons to give the gift of “living pictures” this Valentine’s Day:1. February 14th discounts! Special for Valentine’s…

BANKSYLAND in OC Extended

By Greer Wylder

February 02, 2023

Due to overwhelming demand, the first-ever Orange County Banksyland, an immersive touring exhibition at the Westside Museum in Costa Mesa extended its dates through Feb. 5. It features more than 80 pieces and installations of the world's most infamous and elusive artist: BANKSY. For the first time, view original and studio works, salvaged street artworks, and never-before-seen immersive installations at Costa Mesa's Westside Museum. Experience the mystique and cultural impact of the most sought-after artist of our time, live and in person.General Admission: No early admission will be permitted. General admission ticket holders must arrive no later than 30 minutes past the stated entry time.VIP:…

Art In Interiors With Culture

By Greer Wylder

January 25, 2023

Art in interiors can be a form of self-expression, but when it comes to choosing art for your home it can be confusing. Where do you start? To the rescue to make the process interesting and never intimidating is Judy Brower Fancher of Brower, Miller & Cole, Interiors With Culture. Brower, formerly a marketing executive who recently sold her successful agency, has traveled all over the world for decades acquiring art and getting to know artists and gallery owners. Now she’s bringing her skills, love of international cultures, design, and contemporary art to clients who want access to original art in a process that’s…

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Segerstrom Center Presents Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Mavis Staples

By Greer Wylder

November 02, 2022

Segerstrom Center for the Arts presents Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Mavis Staples, with special guest, vocalist, pianist, and songwriter Kandace Springs for one performance only, Friday, December 9, 2022, at 8 p.m. at Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. Mavis returns to Orange County with her incomparable gospel singing and an array of her most reputable songs spanning from the Civil Rights era to some present-day classics. Kandace Springs will open for Mavis with the voice that Prince describes as “a voice that could melt snow.” Staples’ achievements as both a gospel music pioneer and civil rights activist…