Local artist Jen Swain paints bubbles and fish onto her Malibu Country Mart mural Sept. 19. She said the mural is the final installation in the "One Ocean, One Connection" series. Photo by Alexa McGlathery Malibu holds beauty and awareness within its wildlife. The Malibu Art Commission chose one local artist earlier in 2026 to help emphasize the importance of limiting ocean … [Read more...] about Local Artist Paints Messages of Ocean Pollution Through Murals
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Unveiling the Hidden Gems of Malibu: Art in the City
When thinking of Malibu, one may think of the beach, the mountains or the land of "the rich and famous" rather than a city rich in art. In 2012, the Malibu City Council created the Malibu Arts Commission, dedicated to connecting people in Malibu with local and outside artists. “Fireball” Tim Lawrence, Malibu Arts Commission member said many artists, both local … [Read more...] about Unveiling the Hidden Gems of Malibu: Art in the City
Stoked Surfboards — Local Malibu Business Makes Waves
Local Malibu business Stoked Surfboards has both rideable surfboards and art boards for the wall. Bobbi Bennett, creator of the company, took this inspiration from her photography career and love of surfing. Photos courtesy of Bobbi Bennett Correction: The article has been updated to reflect the correct location of Zito Gallery in Montecito, Calif. and the correct website … [Read more...] about Stoked Surfboards — Local Malibu Business Makes Waves
Vintage Bus Connects People One Story at a Time
Photos by Ashley ChavezThe car's name is Prudence, and its quirkiness instantly draws people to it. The bright turquoise, vintage 1972 Volkswagen bus was a birthday gift to local Malibu artist Cindy Short. Short said it is the bus' character and a desire to connect people to one another that helped inspire Short and her friend Lisa Spear to create the Laughing Dog Story Bus. … [Read more...] about Vintage Bus Connects People One Story at a Time