Desert Art Collection offers the Coachella Valley some of today's most renowned artists displaying their talents in an architectural wonder of a gallery.
Exhibitions feature accomplished, renowned artists, many have won important national and international awards. One of the gallery rooms is devoted to Michael Battaglia, sought after for his ragged-edged, Venetian plaster mural paintings. Other notable artists include Robert R. Bradshaw, Charlotte Lees, Aiko Morioka, Max DeMoss, Aida Schneider, Virgil Villers and Michael Anthony Nisperos. Shows monthly through the desert season. Please call for details.
Stephanie's Art Gallery & Custom Picture Framing is an upscale art boutique located in La Canada Flintridge. Stepahnie's Art Gallery contains a collection of Armenian artist's artwork and has professional custom frames for the artwork. The owners Sepon and Linda Stepanian are very courteous and knowledgeable in Armenian art.
Batish's is a music store that specializes in Indian music. It offers lessons, CDs, videos and musical instruments such as sitars and tablas. From the friendly and talented teachers, you can learn to play the sitar, tabla, tanpura, dholak and harmonium as well as Indian vocal instruction. Check Batish's website for the schedule of owner Ashwin Batish's and other artists' local performances.
Petroglyph ceramics lounge offers a unique kind of entertainment. Started by a frustrated artist who dreamed of a place where one can enjoy art projects with friends outside of a class setting, Petroglyph brings people together. Choose a piece from among the many plates, bowls and nick-knacks, paint this piece any way you wish and Petroglyph will fire and glaze it for you. Come back at a later date to pick up your art. With such a unique experience, almost anyone can enjoy Petroglyph's fun and comforting setting.
Psychic Eye Book Shops is a metaphysical bookseller and gift shop. Along with a range of merchandise, the store features psychic consultants who offer readings by phone or in person. Psychic Eye Book Shops was founded by Robert Leysen and Mary Kara.
Pacific Edge Gallery is located on South Coast Highway in downtown Laguna Beach. This gallery has been featuring artists in solo shows since 1989. It features watercolor, oil, gauache, giclee, acrylic, and other mediums. The focus here is Early California Impressionism, but abstract art is also a draw. This gallery has been a participant gallery in First Thursdays Artwalk, since its inception.
Peter Blake Gallery is a contemporary and modern art gallery. It originally opened in 1993. The gallery features art from a diverse group of artists representing a variety of mediums. Most pieces can be called abstract.
A community arts center, Expression Gallery shows a rotating list of local artists, has a schedule of engaging classes and hosts a variety of arts-centered events. The public is welcome to browse and participate in events like book and poetry readings, craft shows and film reviews. The calendar of events is posted on the website.
Pump It Up is a child's play heaven. It is filled with gigantic, fun inflatable houses. Kids can slide, climb and bounce. Pump It Up also has a rock climbing area and can host birthday parties where children can jump in a private room. Pizza, cake, goodie bags and balloons are provided.
Mobius specializes in the conservation and restoration of oil paintings, painted objects and artifacts, gilded frame restoration and framing in museums. Established in 1988, Mobius prides itself on quality antique replica frames or contemporary fine art picture frames.
Blue Sky Sports operates numerous businesses under one roof. Bring the entire family and enjoy outdoor batting cages, or browse through a 5,000-square-foot retail store stocked with lacrosse, soccer, baseball, softball, football and basketball equipment, along with uniforms, referee equipment and sports gear. A large on-site studio offers custom embroidery, screenprinting and engraving for teams, individuals and businesses.
Diablo Ballet, created in 1993, is an internationally recognized dance group bringing the art of dance to the community. With 10 professional dancers, the company stages original and classic works, which are designed to engage, inspire and entertain children and adults. These dancers have performed as soloists and in principal roles in distinguished companies around the world. Check the Web site for program schedules, ticket information and ways to donate.
Since 1992, Al Fabrizio and Hugo Wainzinger have been performing music together. Al is an accomplished mandolin player, while Hugo plays the guitar and does the musical arrangements. Together they have formed HeartStrings Music. Check out HeartStrings' Web site to preview some of Al and Hugo's music and to order CDs. Up-to-date information on local performances are listed on the site as well.
Whether you are looking for a great personalized gift idea or just wanting to sharpen up your artistic skills, the Ceramicafe is the perfect place to visit. Friendly and helpful staff are excited to get you started on customizing your choice of coffee cups, bowls, plates and other ceramic products that will look great in anyones home.