Photos by Maggie DavisA slight ocean breeze filled the air on Santa Monica Pier as concert-goers swayed to a coastal-sounding electric guitar. A saxophonist leaned into a microphone and began to play, sparking cheers from the audience. "This is a sing-along," said Oscar Santos, lead singer of Sister Mantos. "There are only four words: Planeta De El Amor."Through this, the band … [Read more...] about Twilight on the Pier Rocks Santa Monica
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Weisman Museum’s New Exhibit Celebrates 50 Years of Art and Popular Culture
Photos by Kaelin MendezThe Weisman Museum’s new exhibition Pop! celebrates 50 Years of Art & Popular Culture from the Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation. The exhibit, on view from Aug. 28 to Dec. 2, features a panoply of works by a diverse lineup of artists who draw upon the influence of mass media and daily life on visual culture.Museum Director Michael Zakian … [Read more...] about Weisman Museum’s New Exhibit Celebrates 50 Years of Art and Popular Culture
Artist Corner: Rowland Evans
Photo courtesy of Corey Fitzgerald For junior Rowland Evans, high school was always a battle between pursuing his dream of becoming a music producer and getting his schoolwork done. "I’ve been making music since I was 13 years old, playing in night clubs since I was 14, traveling the country by 15-16 for shows, and during that time, my whole relationship with my … [Read more...] about Artist Corner: Rowland Evans
Center for the Arts Previews Schedule for 2018-2019 Season
Photos Courtesy of Center for the ArtsLocal press, art enthusiasts and patrons gathered at the The Frederick R. Weisman Museum of Art for a press luncheon to announce the performance and exhibition schedule for the upcoming year.On Tuesday July 7, Michael Zakian, the museum director for the Weisman Museum, and Rebecca Carson, the managing director for the Center, hosted press … [Read more...] about Center for the Arts Previews Schedule for 2018-2019 Season
Stop Reading Reviews
Art by Peau PorotesanoWatching a new movie can be one of the best and most thought-provoking experiences. The process of analyzing and forming an opinion about a film is enriching. Unfortunately, many consumers of media enter new movies with a preconceived notion about the quality of the film they are watching. These notions are the result of people reading critiques of new … [Read more...] about Stop Reading Reviews
