On the south side of Laguna Beach, my first visit for the First Thursday ArtWalk (September). This gallery's theme for that night was 'Aces & 8's' with really funny 'WANTED' posters of what looked like the Pawn Stars' old man. The appetizer/dessert table had playing cards and gold poker chips to continue the humorous theme. The table also had a water dispenser to wash down their chocolate custard desserts, brownies, crackers, root beer candies, etc.
They proudly display 16 different artists whose names are easily seen at the top of the walls (above their masterpieces) or next to their one-of-a-kind sculptures.
While grazing at the food table, these stylish red shoes popped out of this painting but I can't recall the artist's name; maybe Chuck Joseph. Paris' Eiffel Tower was the black & white backdrop picture. Makes me want to get those shoes AND the painting to match.
One of Ernie Jones' oil paintings caught my eye on the opposite wall: "Up On The Roof." It was the back of a snuggled-close couple enjoying the romantic sunset at the beach.
\ . . . | . . . / The center of the room's sea
:' ': life art sculptures (artist John
- 360 - H. Stewart) are beautifully
:, ,: crafted and swivel. His art is
/ ' ' ' | ' ' ' \ meant to be admired from all
angles, 360-degrees. He was so kind and patient to explain his technique and spin his art...literally.
Al & Stella Gerk's photographs on canvas inspired me to visit the beach more often, especially their Crystal Cove photograph. They have captured the beauty of the beach in a single snapshot.
I was really thoroughly amused by this gallery and hope to see more in the future. read more