Category Archives: Arts

A Focus on the Feminine Comes to Gallery 169 on February 21

Posted on February 15, 2026 by Sue

By LAUREL BUSBY Courtesy of Canyon News (the-canyon.org/news) Nine female photographers will bring an array of portraits and self-portraits to Gallery 169 for a Feb. 21-22 event titled Femina: A Pop-Up Exhibition Considering the Female Gaze. “The photographers are all … Continue reading →

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Art Theft: One of O’Neill’s Stolen Paintings Recovered

Posted on February 4, 2026 by Sue

Eleven of Katie O’Neill’s paintings were stolen from her studio on Antioch in October 2022. Then, Los Angeles Detectives took down the following information: about 10:30 p.m., on that Saturday night, a Gelson’s employee saw a man that was described … Continue reading →

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“Recurrence” Solo Exhibition Opens February 5

Posted on February 3, 2026 by Sue

A solo art exhibition “Recurrence” by Leo Marmol, will have an opening reception from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, February 5. The exhibition will run though March 1, at the Charles Arnoldi Studio, 721 Hampton Drive, Venice. A rideshare … Continue reading →

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Evacuation Memories Featured in Karen Knecht Photo Exhibit at Gallery 169

Posted on January 12, 2026 by Sue

By LAUREL BUSBY Courtesy of Canyon News (the-canyon.org/news) After fiery winds forced Rustic and Santa Monica Canyon’s evacuation last January, resident Karen Knecht spent about six months at a hotel in Marina Del Rey, where she eventually became friends with … Continue reading →

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Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol Presented December 17

Posted on December 17, 2025 by Sue

“Bah, Humbug,” might be what some Palisades residents are feeling this year about Christmas. Many are displaced and for the first time in decades won’t be in their homes for the holiday. But even as some traditions are interrupted, others … Continue reading →

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Documentary about Composer Springer Oscar Qualified

Posted on December 6, 2025 by Sue

More Than Santa Baby is more than a song; it’s more than just a documentary about the legendary composer Philip Springer; it’s the product of love and belief. Daughter Tamar Springer, who wrote and produced the film said, “I have … Continue reading →

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A Window Between Worlds Offers Community Wellness Day

Posted on November 25, 2025 by Sue

All are invited to join A Window Between Worlds (AWBW) for a community wellness day “Art in Times of Crisis” and Kintsugi-Inspired Art Workshop via zoom from 1 to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, December 2.  AWBW supports hundreds of direct … Continue reading →

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First Steps to Remediating Mural: a Gel Bubble Bath

Posted on November 23, 2025 by Sue

In the midst of heavy rains on November 15 and 16, volunteers stepped up and gave the iconic Temescal Mural a “bubble bath.” The gel bath was in preparation for refurbishing the 500-feet mural “History of the Palisades” that was … Continue reading →

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Willie Simon Featured in Art Show November 21

Posted on November 19, 2025 by Sue

Willie Simon will be featured in an art show “National Parks Series 2025” from 3 to 5 p.m. on Friday, November 21, on the front lawn of 440 Toyopa Drive. This will be the perfect time to purchase original paintings … Continue reading →

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350 Getty Docents Told “Go Home”

Posted on November 14, 2025 by Sue

    A resident called CTN and said, “The Getty has ‘fired’ all 350 of its docents, including me. They want to get rid of older, white women in the name of diversity, just like the Art Institute of Chicago … Continue reading →

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