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SoCal’s Premier Garden Show at South Coast Plaza

By Greer Wylder

April 23, 2024

The 34th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show takes place over four days, from April 25 to April 28, in the Crate & Barrel/Macy’s Home Store wings of South Coast Plaza. Attendees can explore numerous plant and garden vendors offering a variety of spring gardening essentials. Additionally, they can marvel at eight unique outdoor living spaces designed by top landscape designers from Southern California, in collaboration with home boutiques at South Coast Plaza. A standout feature of this year's show is the Fleurs de Villes ARTISTE exhibit, which showcases fresh floral installations inspired by art and artists.Key highlights of the Southern…

Laguna Art Museum Showcases ‘Reflections of Resilience’

By Greer Wylder

April 22, 2024

The Laguna Art Museum is excited to present "Reflections of Resilience," an exhibition available now through August 25, 2024. This showcase features the extraordinary works of the 2024 Master of Fine Art graduates from Laguna College of Art+Design (LCAD), marking the zenith of their educational and artistic pursuits. It highlights their exceptional dedication, creativity, and distinctiveness. These artists have refined their abilities at LCAD, blending traditional techniques with modern perspectives to create art that is both impactful and memorable.The exhibition spotlights emerging artists Cara Baxter, Jason Dowd, Amber Foote, Sara Khakpour, Ryanne Phillips, Janaise Sanchez, Eric Theodore, and Kevin Yaun. Their…

Experience the Enchantment of Coppélia: A Romantic Comedy Ballet!

By Greer Wylder

April 19, 2024

Experience the enchanting tale of Coppélia, also known as The Girl with the Enamel Eyes, in this heartwarming romantic comedy ballet that promises to captivate audiences of all ages with its humor and charm. Join the FESTIVAL BALLET THEATRE: COPPÉLIA at The Irvine Barclay Theatre on:Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 7:00 PMSunday, April 28, 2024 at 2:00 PMSet in a quaint European village, this beloved ballet follows the story of the eccentric inventor, Doctor Coppélius. Young Franz finds himself enamored by the mysterious girl he spots on the balcony of Doctor Coppélius’s house, unaware that she's actually a doll the…

Hilbert Museum of California Art Unveils Major Expansion

By Greer Wylder

February 11, 2024

The Hilbert Museum of California Art at Chapman University, housing one of the world's most extensive collections of California narrative art, will open its doors on February 23. This event follows a series of special previews for students, residents, artists, and global influencers. The museum's expansion, a three-year project, has increased its size from 7,500 to 22,000 square feet. It will feature 26 galleries in a new two-building complex, showcasing over 5,000 artworks, alongside a café, a community room, a research library, and an outdoor courtyard with native gardens.The opening exhibitions highlight California Scene paintings, animation and movie art, Native American…

JoAnne Artman Gallery Presents: ALONG COMES MARY TOO

By Greer Wylder

October 20, 2023

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…