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Hide and Seek

Lagunans Carrie Rae Woodburn and Sue Winner present pieces made from leather at Sawdust Art Festival and beyond. By Stefanee Freedman   Ancient people used leather for everything from garments and accessories to canvases, musical instruments and household furnishings, and the creativity surrounding this medium has continued to inspire modern-day artists as...

Masters of Mosaics

Mike Tauber and Jesse Bartels piece together works that stand the test of time. By Stefanee Freedman   For thousands of years, artists have been piecing together mosaic masterpieces. This stunning art form, which dates back to ancient times, produces beautifully unique works that stand the test of time—and can be seen...

Leaving a Legacy

Glass blower and pyrographic artist John Barber discusses his lengthy history in Laguna and the impact that being part of this community has had on him. By Ashley Ryan   It’s been nearly five decades since Laguna resident John Barber joined the local art scene, his creativity and innovation making him a...

The Wide World of Sports

From the baseball field to the basketball court, painters Dave Hobrecht and Kelly Akins showcase prominent athletes in their work. By Ashley Ryan   Inspiration comes from many places—none better than America’s favorite pastimes. Sports have been an exciting aspect of our culture for more than a century now, with names like...

Cinema by the Sea

Coast Film & Music Festival marks its fifth year this fall. By Julia Clerk   “Come curious, leave inspired” is the mantra of the fifth annual Coast Film & Music Festival, Nov. 8-12 in Laguna Beach. The event screens short and full-length adventure and documentary films with settings ranging from the mountains...

Paw Prints on Your Heart

Animal lovers Tiffany Dnaka and Debby Carman craft treasured pieces of art depicting their clients’ furry, four-legged friends. By Ashley Ryan   For many, pets are a cherished part of the family. From man’s best friend to mischievous yet playful felines, there is nothing like the love and loyalty of an animal....

Painting a Sustainable Future

Fine artist Ben Young merges creative inspiration with environmental stewardship. By Ashley Probst   Eco-conscious fine artist Ben Young often draws inspiration from the natural world around him, blending abstract and realistic elements in his distinctive paintings, all while using recycled supplies. Young was born in New York City, where he first visited...

Tapping Into Creativity

Take your artistic talents to the next level this summer. By Tanya A. Yacina   Whether putting brush to canvas to re-create a scenic landscape or molding clay into a mug or flowerpot, there’s something soothing about getting lost in a creative pursuit. And it can be rewarding to see the finished...

A Creative Collective

Robert “Bob” Ross, the newly appointed president of Laguna Art-A-Fair, talks about his passion for collaboration and his vision for the festival’s future. By Ashley Probst   Originally a businessman, Robert “Bob” Ross accidentally became a commercial photographer after the photographer he hired to shoot images didn’t fit his vision for a...

On Display

Fresh approaches to art can be found weaved in with well-known works at these recently opened galleries. By Stefanee Freedman   From walls showcasing Andy Warhol and Salvador Dalí to street artists Banksy and Jeff Gillette, as well as mixed media, modern and abstract pieces by emerging artists and everything in between,...