Meet the man behind the iconic “Endless Summer” poster, as well as an impressive works of art including more than 300 album covers such as the Beatles’ “Magical Mystery Tour,” and the Rolling Stones’ “Exile on Main Street,” as well as concert posters for Jimi Hendrix and Cream.
Last year, John Van Hamersveld celebrated his 50-year anniversary as an artist, and Saturday he’ll will be signing copies of his new book “My Art, My Life” from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Surfing Heritage Museum at South Coast Plaza. It’s a recount of his interesting life with his iconic colorful works from the sixties that inspired pop and counterculture in California.
Currently Van Hamersveld is working from his Coolhous studio in Santa Monica, and you can view his online museum of art here. His repertoire of art includes drawings, illustrations, trademarks, sketches, paintings, photography, and signage. Level 3, Crate & Barrel/Macy’s Home Store Wing, at South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa. 714.800.1654.
PaTcHwork!
Our favorite PaTcHwork indie arts & festival is returning Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Santa Ana. It’s the source for local independent artists, crafters and designers—more than 75 unique vendors are participating.
Spend an afternoon enjoying food and drinks from local eateries, listen to tunes, and shop from some of the best SoCal-based artisans selling apparel clothing for men, women and children: handbags, accessories, art, ceramics, home goods, garden finds, jewelry, paper goods, edible treats, pet gear, crochet and knit goods and much more. Check out PaTcHwork’s bike valet, eco-gift wrapping station and diy crafting tables for adults and children. Each vendor is hand-selected by Delilah Snell, owner of The Road Less Traveled. 2202 North Main St. in Santa Ana.
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- 02.24.25 – Wine, Words & OC Stories—Born in OC Booksigning at Hi-Time Wine Cellars
- 02.23.25 – An Evening with Pulitzer Prize-Winning Poet Tracy K. Smith at Segerstrom Center
- 02.19.25 – Christine Brennan to Speak at 27th Witte Lectures
- 02.18.25 – Napa in Newport: An Evening of Fine Wine, Dining, and Giving
- 02.14.25 – The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Now Open in Irvine
- 02.13.25 – Alicia Pet Care Center’s 10th Annual Free Spay & Neuter Day
- 02.12.25 – Relax, Recharge, and Rejuvenate at 128 Luxury Health Spa
- 02.12.25 – Celebrate Romance in Temecula This February and Beyond
- 02.11.25 – Valentine’s Weekend at Triangle Square: Dining, Dancing & Celebration
- 02.07.25 – Big Changes Underway at Eclectic LAB Anti-Mall
- 02.07.25 – Oscar Night Cinema Series at The Lido Theater
- 02.07.25 – FASHIONISTAS 2025: Orange County Center for Contemporary Art (OCCCA)
- 02.05.25 – Women’s Wellness Retreat
- 02.02.25 – The Musicians of Bremen Live! Premieres at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
- 02.02.25 – Love & Art: An Afternoon of Chocolate, Wine, and Creativity
- 01.31.25 – 43rd Annual California Cool Art Auction at Laguna Art Museum
- 01.31.25 – Twyla Tharp 60th Anniversary at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
- 01.30.25 – Tomatomania Returns: The Ultimate Tomato Plant Sale at Roger’s Gardens
- 01.29.25 – Stonefire Grill Supports Wildfire Relief with Meal Donations and Fundraising Match
- 01.29.25 – GANNI Warehouse Sale: 70% Off in Tustin This Week
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- 02.24.25 – Celebrate OC Restaurant Week March 2 - 8, 2025
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- 02.06.25 – Bring Your Podcast and Video Content to Life at Sunset 17 Studio
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- 01.30.25 – Explore, Dine, and Relax: Catalina Island’s Winter Getaway Packages
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- 01.27.25 – Ospi Costa Mesa Brings Southern Italian Flavors to Orange County
- 01.23.25 – Wild Strawberry Café Opens in Laguna Beach
- 01.22.25 – Ring in the Year of the Snake with Festive Fun at The District Tustin!
- 01.20.25 – The Winter Cocktail Tour at The District at Tustin Legacy
- 01.19.25 – Graze Craze Expands to Costa Mesa with Charcuterie Boards & Boxes
- 01.18.25 – Segerstrom Center for the Arts Presents: An Intimate Evening with David Foster and Katharine McPhee
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- 01.13.25 – Over 110 O.C. Restaurants Unite for Wildfire Relief Fundraiser – Tuesday, Jan. 14
- 01.02.25 – Segerstrom Center for the Arts Presents GRAHAM100
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