Amy and Geoff Mitchell, co-founders of the Museum of Make Believe | Photo by Ashley Ryan Step into the Enchanted Forest to experience a world of wonder at the Museum of Make Believe. By Ashley Ryan Whimsy and wonder abound at the Museum of Make Believe, a new nonprofit art Read More
The Great North Special debuting its new record with a performance at Rivian South Coast Theater in July | Photo by Don Leach United by friendship and driven by talent and determination, this popular local band is hitting its stride with the release of its first full-length record. By Tanya Read More
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Local jewelers Morgan Amirani and Beth Kukuk are showcasing stunning designs at Laguna’s summer festivals. By Stefanee Freedman Crafting jewelry as a form of art has a long history, incorporating many different elements from the Earth as well as manmade materials in the design. Some believe that wearing metals or Read More
Community members support the Artists’ Benevolence Fund at the annual auction at Sawdust Art Festival. | Photo by Sawdust Art Festival Sawdust Art Festival extends a philanthropic hand to local creatives. By Clara Beard Since its genesis in 1967, Sawdust Art Festival has played an indispensable role in supporting the Read More
Artist Jim Olarte creates large-scale macrame installations made from nautical rope. | Photo by Ethan Jones A macrame craftsman finds beauty in the unexpected, turning utilitarian rope and marine detritus into magnificent works of art. By Ashley Breeding It’s early morning and Jim Olarte is crouched at the foot of Read More
The Brooks Bricks Art Gallery | Photo by Sharael Kolberg A simple art project adds color to the town while uniting the local community. By Sharael Kolberg When Natalya Sheddan, a real estate developer and attorney, moved to Laguna Beach in 2022, she was looking to start a new life Read More
The Brooks Bricks Art Gallery | Photo by Sharael Kolberg A simple art project adds color to the town while uniting the local community. By Sharael Kolberg When Natalya Sheddan, a real estate developer and attorney, moved to Laguna Beach in 2022, she was looking to start a new life Read More
The band Honk performs at the showing of “Five Summer Stories” at South Coast Theater | Photo by Heidi Zumbrun Laguna’s businesses are offering creative ways to gather together. By Sharon Stello From story time at a cafe to song circles at a yoga studio, vintage markets and clothing swaps Read More
The Vault store owner talks about fashion, supporting local businesses and her appreciation for Laguna’s village feel. By Sharon Stello Gila Leibovitch had spent her whole life in the city of Los Angeles, but always wanted to live by the ocean. A chance trip to Laguna Beach helped bring that Read More
