Rich German can often be found paddleboarding on local waters. | Photo by Bassim Elhatem Rich German, the founder of Project O, turns his passion into his life’s work. By Tanya A. Yacina For local Rich German, shifting his love of the ocean into a flourishing career was a no-brainer. Read More
Bold and carefree looks are in style this summer. | Photo by Free People Stay stylish in the summer sun with on-trend statement pieces. By Ashley Probst Summer fashion trends are all about making a statement. After years of loungewear and athleisure, fashionistas are making up for lost time by Read More
A resin mixed media piece, “Mavericks,” by Christie Smith In recent years, this art form has exploded in popularity, with locals Christie Smith and Mikayla Gierut crafting stunning pieces using the viscous substance. By Ashley Ryan Riding the Wave Ask Christie Smith if she has always been an artist and Read More
Laguna Community Concert Band performing last year at Laguna Playhouse, conducted by Mark Lowery | Photo by Peyton Webster The Laguna Community Concert Band has shared its love of music through local performances over the past two decades. By Sharael Kolberg Celebrating more than 20 years of making music together, Read More
Jason and Gorjana Reidel in their firstgorjana jewelry store, in Laguna Beach | Photo by Dondee Quincena Local jewelry brand gorjana launches a new luxury collection while continuing to ride its wave of success. By Ashley Ryan It’s been nearly two decades since Gorjana Reidel started designing jewelry, initially finding Read More
Beach volleyball action at the Laguna Open Hit the sand to learn volleyball basics this summer. By Jessie Dax-Setkus Sunny summers and beach volleyball go together like peanut butter and jelly, and with plenty of warm weather and sandy coastlines, Orange County is the perfect place to experience this beloved Read More
Enjoying mocktails at Sapphire, Cellar-Craft-Cook | Photo by Ashley Littlefield In response to recent trends, local establishments are serving up plenty of alcohol-free drinks, perfect for summer sipping with friends. By Sharael Kolberg and Laguna Beach Magazine Staff When heading out to meet friends for happy hour at a favorite Read More
Former surf pro Chris Burke and son Christopher, with the vest on | Photo by Sparkle Films Locals create a life vest with a handle to pull kids and adults from the water to help prevent drowning. By Sharon Stello When local Andeaux Borunda was working with the Wounded Warrior Read More
The Festival of Arts front entrance as it is today | Photo by Festival of Arts Highlighted by the Festival of Arts’ 90th anniversary, Laguna’s annual art celebrations return this summer in a fete of creativity. By Sharael Kolberg Laguna Beach has a long history as an artists colony, dating Read More
Diver D.J. Mansfield explores below the ocean’s surface. | Photo by Brett Eldridge A guide to year-round water sports in Laguna Beach. By Ashley Breeding While it’s unknown exactly when surfing started, Polynesian cave paintings dating to the 12th century show people riding waves. Then, in 1778, Capt. James Cook Read More
