Last year, some friends and I wandered downtown to the Unique LA market and thought it was an amazing snapshot of the Made in the USA movement here in Los Angeles. After driving around town to multiple shops to buy gifts … Continue reading
Spine of the Earth, 1980, Lita Albuquerque. Ephemeral installation at El Mirage Dry Lake Bed, CA Photo: Lita Albuquerque © Lita Albuquerque Studio, 1980
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Pacific Standard Time: Celebrating art in L.A. 1945-1980 and the Public Arts Festival are collaborating from January 19-29, 2012. This eleven day festival lineup promises to be a contrast of visual works staged in public venues and underground works in less grand spaces. Many events will feature L.A.’s music and theater. Personally, I’m thinking about checking out Punk Rock at MOCA…
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In case you missed this year’s crowning event at Hollywood Forever, there is still time to celebrate Dia De Los Muertos this week at Olvera Street .
Not to be confused with Halloween, it is a day for honoring our beloved ones who have passed. This ancient Mexican tradtions brings together family, friends and loved ones. So check out the calaveras, the alters and bring your stories of deceased loved ones to share.
In the mood to look at some art, have a meal and do a little shopping? Hop on down to Royal/T in Culver City… This cafe/gallery/store is a playful mix of all three and bills itself as L.A.’s first Japanese style cosplay cafe’. Meaning, there are adorable young asian waitresses in full French maid regalia. It would be worth one stop just to see it, but the food is so yummy and reasonably priced, we go all the time. The contemporary art rotates which also makes for an element of surprise each visit. And for those who want to party but can’t stand the thought of sweaty bodies rubbing up against you? Step into this Porta Party complete with disco ball and iPod jack. Party for one please!
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