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From August 13 through November 19, the Camera Obscura Art Lab’s artist-in-residence is painter Zeal Harris.

Coloring with Acrylics:

From August 13 through November 19, the Camera Obscura Art Lab’s artist-in-residence is painter Zeal Harris. As part of her residency, Harris taught an intimate acrylic painting class focused on painting three dimensional objects. Harris herself is contributing to the “Community of Angels” sculpture project, which has installed angel statues painted by various artists throughout L.A. County.

Do You Keep That Nickel?

Opinion: Do You Keep That Nickel?:

It’s no secret that lies and half-truths are a central part of the ongoing presidential campaign. Entire websites are now devoted to the pursuit of fact-checking Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Hillary Clinton, with one saying well over half the statements of both are at least half false.

Mensus by Charlie Patton 48” x 72” mixed medium.

Abstract Art at Upper West: By Libby Lancaster

By Libby Lancaster The art of Santa Monica resident, Charlie Patton has been exhibited in numerous galleries throughout Los Angeles. On Sunday Oct. 23, the artist will be opening in a solo exhibition entitled “Visceral” Intuitive Abstraction at the Upper West […]

New Mental Health Care Services Coming to Santa Monica

New Mental Health Care Services Coming to Santa Monica:

By Alana Prisco

We often think about our health in terms of how our bodies look and feel. But our psychological and emotional health is equally important, and has a big impact on the quality of our physical health. Good medical care focuses on total health, including one’s mind and body, and the important connections between the two entities.

Salon

Last Call for Fall Salon Tickets!:

If the presidential fundraiser at Jeffrey Katzenberg’s is a stretch at $100,000 per ticket, Santa Monica Conservancy is offering an alternative.