Why We Need Self-Care Now More Than Ever
Few people anticipated the depth and breadth of the COVID-19 pandemic, including world leaders. You are far from alone if your anxiety level has skyrocketed during these uncertain times. Depending on your circumstances, you could slip into an understandable, yet...
TRANSFORMATION
I recently read through various astrological predictions for 2020 that were written before this year even started. The reason so many astrologers and psychics were paying attention to 2020 is that Jupiter, Saturn and Pluto were coming together for “the Great...
Creative Indoor Hobbies to Try This Month
Since most of us will be spending more time at home for a little while, Jennifer Landis (from mindfulnessmama.com) has put together a few hobby ideas you might like to try. Feel free to add your own ideas in the comment section below. Stay healthy and positive,...
In Memorium: Peter Loughrey, Los Angeles Art and Design expert + Founder of Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Los Angeles has lost a pillar of the art community. Peter Loughrey, respected art dealer and the founder of the venerable Los Angeles Modern Auctions (LAMA) has passed away at the all too young age of 52, after a year long struggle with cancer. Loughrey was a...
While we wait it out…
The New Pope: Set design, art direction, costume design are all remarkable in this new HBO series.As we all have a lot of time on our hands, here is my list of things to watch: The New Pope (and the old series, with Jude Law) If you love art, design, costumes,...
MICHAEL ARNTZ: CALIFORNIA CLAY MASTER
“I wanted to make a statement in clay” – M. Arntz Southern California is rich with historically important artists and makers. In the mid 20th Century, trail-blazing craftspeople and designers of all kinds were working up-and-down the California coast, creating...
Willy Porter
I'm a big fan of Willy Porter and was thrilled to get to watch him perform at the renowned McCabe's Guitar Shop in Santa Monica. From the first note, Willy Porter, a contemporary American rock musician and singer-songwriter from Mequon, Wisconsin, had his audience...
The Golden Hour – Comvita’s Longevity Panel
I was excited to attend Expo West 2020 and interview Alan Bougen founder of Comvita, the #1 maker of Maunka Honey, but sadly the expo was cancelled due to “social distancing” in an attempt to curb the spread of the Coronavirus. Instead, however, I was invited to a...
The Habit Turns Up the Heat Just in Time For Spring with Tempura Jalapeño Charburger
You've got a delicious new habit on the horizon! Say "bye-bye" to blah burgers — the new Tempura Jalapeño Charburger arrives at The Habit Burger Grill on March 11th nationwide! The Habit's new burger has the perfect mix of sweet and spicy flavors that give it a unique...
The 10 Biggest Skincare Trends of 2020
Beauty trends change every year. Decades ago, women used to focus on giving their hair as much volume as possible. Later, everyone wanted the perfect rouge or heaviest liner. It's hard to imagine those same trends being as popular today, mostly because the beauty...
A Weekend in the Country: DAOU Winery Sojourn
The road to SoCal’s local wine country is the El Camino Real, or Highway 101. Located 219 miles from Los Angeles, Paso Robles is precisely the halfway point between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Paso Robles used to be a dusty pioneer town famous for its almonds, but...
12 SoCal-Inspired Brunch Recipes for a Weekend at Home
12 SoCal-Inspired Brunch Recipes for a Weekend at Home Aah. There's nothing like a lazy Sunday when you can take your time getting out of bed, then rock your PJ's all day long. It doesn't matter if it's a rainy day indulgence or a planned Netflix binge day for you and...
Valentine’s Night!
Chocolate, gifts, an exchange of cards—it must be Saint Valentine's Day. But wait—this festive holiday has some dark roots: Historians believe Valentine's Day actually began in Ancient Rome as a pagan fertility festival called Lupercalia, with the celebration...
Ask the Experts: Relationships
One of the hardest roads to navigate is relationships. But as Valentine's Day is nearly upon us we decided to reach out to an expert for some advice on love, relationships and everything in between. We turned to Dr. Gregory Canillas, Ph.D., who provides couple...
The Art of Wood
The art of making furniture is universal—it is a craft, an ancient craft that requires patience and a profound knowledge of wood. Japan is nearly 70% forest, which has provided an ample supply—dating back 1,300 years. Perched in the retail epicenter of Hollywood and...
Viceroy L’Ermitage Beverly Hills Offers Exclusive Award Night Celebration
With award season in full swing, there will be parties and celebrations of all kinds. However, who can say that they've attended the most coveted party of all — and how would they describe the most over-the-top way to celebrate and watch the Oscars? It's likely that...
Art Comes to LA!
Superfine! Art Fair is returning to the Magic Box @ The Reef in DTLA for its second LA edition, February 6 - 9, 2020. Throughout the four-day fair, visitors will have the unique opportunity to meet and connect directly with 60+ top local and international artists,...
7 Steps to Hosting an Oscar-Worthy Dinner Party
Here in Los Angeles, we're pretty chill. Laid back is our Motto. Except when it comes to Award Season. Am I right? Everyone wants in on the fun. While it may not take our fellow female artists seriously, Oscar season is part of our pop-culture, and we all pay...
Zak Barnett Studios Launches VIP Membership Program Featuring Panels with Award-Winning Writers, Creators, Producers and Show-Runners
With the new decade upon us, famed actor and acting coach, Zak Barnett, is using his talents to provide one of the best resources to the emerging acting and film industry hopefuls of L.A. The Zak Barnett Studio is officially open, giving young talent the opportunity...
Portfolio: Don Saban
Don Saban knows LA; he's photographed it for a long time yielding images that are difficult to pin down in time. In fact, his eye for details found in Los Angeles create a visual proposition that they could be places found in Europe. His works has range—deep, black...
