In Support of the enviornmnet and sustainability see Laguna Art Museum~Art + Nature~Details below

 " Art Changes the way we see /perceive the world " has been the SunStorm Fine Aat Slogan for close to 20 years,It's good to see the sentiment catch on as the catch line for Laguna Art Museum rephrased slightly,  as ~art can change how we see the world around us~.See details in support of their environmental efforts. Jamie Forbes, Publisher of the Fineartmagazneblog.blogspot.com, and Sunstormfineartmagazine.com

Please see my https://sites.google.com/view/eco-advocacy/home

I publish on line  in 2019~What is the compelling cliff hanging hook to the story line of "Climate Change the Immediate Existential Threat" ? There is no outcome already written.  Your the Hero in our community story. We all work together to write the chapters for change  starting now!!!. I invite all in to participate, co author the story as we go  to create Eco-awareness, and fight Climate Change! Jamie Forbes~ I am pleased to see I am catching on.

WHERE CALIFORNIA ART MEETS THE LANDSCAPE THAT INSPIRES IT   Art + Nature begins with a simple but powerful idea: art can change how we see the world around us. This November, Laguna Art Museum will bring artists, ideas and people together both inside the museum and across the landscape of Laguna Beach. Exhibitions, outdoor installations, conversations and participatory programs will invite thousands of friends, neighbors and families to look more closely, think more deeply and experience familiar surroundings in entirely new ways. As an independent nonprofit museum, we rely on the generosity of people like you to make this work possible. Right now, your gift will have twice the impact. The Cheng Family Foundation will match every contribution made by November 1, dollar for dollar, up to $25,000. If you've already made a donation, thank you! If not, will you help us bring Art + Nature to life? DOUBLE MY GIFT Thank you for supporting a museum, and a community, where art, nature and big ideas come together. With gratitude, Rick Baker Director of Development   Donate Now PLAN YOUR VISIT BECOME A MEMBER CURRENT EXHIBITIONS EVENT CALENDAR DONATE NOW

Independent. Nonprofit. Community-Supported.   For more than a century, Laguna Art Museum has celebrated the art and artists that help define California's culture and creative spirit. As the oldest cultural institution in Laguna Beach, the museum brings people together in creativity, learning, reflection, and connection.   Like most nonprofit museums, admission fees and memberships cover only a portion of the cost of operating the museum and fulfilling its mission. The generosity of members, donors, and community partners helps bridge that gap and ensures that art remains accessible, inspiring, and welcoming for all. We invite you to Support Laguna Art Museum and help preserve this important cultural resource for future generations. Gifts are 100% tax-deductible. Laguna Art Museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Tax ID: 33-0717157. Special thanks to the Yes to Youth Contributors for providing free admission for children and teens 19 years of age and younger.   Copyright © 2026 Laguna Art Museum, All rights reserved. You are receiving this e-mail because you are subscribed to Laguna Art Museum E-news. Our mailing address is: Laguna Art Museum 307 Cliff Drive Laguna Beach, CA 92651 #lagunaart#museum#fineartmagazineblog.blogspot.com #sunstormfineartmagazine.com#artfunenviornmenal#artfunnow#artfunsustainablity

The Laguna Art Museum exhibition of Kim Manfredi ~View eith. Grain of Sand~ opens October 3 2026,. See complete schedule below.

 

OPEN OCTOBER 3   Kim Manfredi: View with a Grain of Sand Artist Kim Manfredi explores perception, landscape and the human desire to impose meaning on the natural world through paintings. The works draw from direct observation of elemental phenomena, transforming place into an abstract visual language. Using color layered with drips, bleeds and oversprays, the paintings evoke the vitality and unpredictability of nature. Fragmentation within the compositions reflects humanity’s imprint on the environment.

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OCTOBER 4 | 11:00 AM   Artist Talk: Kim Manfredi Artist and curator insights Museum admission included Live Q&A   Join artist Kim Manfredi and curators Elizabeth Armstrong and Daniell Cornell for an engaging conversation exploring Manfredi’s exhibition View with a Grain of Sand. Together they will discuss the ideas, materials and process behind the work, offering visitors a deeper look into the artist’s practice and vision.

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ART + NATURE 2026   Kim Manfredi: A Flag Walk for Our Future A Flag Walk for Our Future is a participatory project and outdoor installation conceived by American painter Kim Manfredi that engages visitors with the natural environment while reflecting on how shared social agreements shape our experience of place. Rooted in Manfredi’s ongoing exploration of painting, nature and cultural frameworks, the project builds on research developed during her residency at BoxoPROJECTS in Joshua TreeOutdoor installation on view November 5–9 in Heisler Park–Main Beach.

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NOW ON VIEW   Radiant Terrains: Elements of Light in Contemporary Art from the Permanent Collection Drawn entirely from the museum's permanent collection, Radiant Terrains explores how artists working from the 1960s to the present have transformed light into sculpture, painting, photography, installation and metaphor.

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OCTOBER 18 | 11:00 AM   de la Torre Brothers: Glass Blowing Demonstration Artist and curator insights Live demonstration Limited opportunity Watch mastery in motion as the de la Torre brothers demonstrate their extraordinary skill in glass, guiding viewers through their creative process step by step in real time. This rare, up-close opportunity is limited to 30 people.

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NOW ON VIEW   de la Torre Brothers: The Tipping Point Click the link to watch the de la Torre Brothers' walkthrough of their exhibition, The Tipping Point, on view now. Einar and Jamex bring you inside the exhibition, breaking down their influences and the themes that their maximalist exhibition expresses.

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YOUR MUSEUM   108 Years and Counting Come experience the best of California Art at Laguna Art Museum! Founded by local artists in 1918, Laguna Art Museum has collected and exhibited the best of California art at the center of our community for over 100 years. Our community of artists, donors, members, partners and participants comes together every day to build on this legacy and create an exciting future. Whether you’re visiting from out of town or live across the street, your experience at Laguna Art Museum is what moves us forward. 307 Cliff Dr Laguna Beach, CA 92651

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Laguna Art Museum News Update: dr la Torre Brothers ~The Tipping Point~ and more see. below !

 

OPENS AUGUST 1   de la Torre Brothers: The Tipping Point What is 𝙙𝙚 𝙡𝙖 𝙏𝙤𝙧𝙧𝙚 𝘽𝙧𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙨: 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙏𝙞𝙥𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙩? Opening at Laguna Art Museum on August 1, The Tipping Point is a densely layered installation accented by chandeliers, suspended forms and floor-level objects all centered around a monumental banquet-length table that rewards close looking. Who are the de la Torre Brothers? This installation comes from the creative vision of collaborative artist brothers Einar and Jamex de la Torre, whose mixed-media practice reflects a richly layered aesthetic informed by the complexities of bicultural identity and life on both sides of the U.S.–Mexico border.  What will it look like? You'll have to see it to believe it! The brothers' careful orchestration of materials, surfaces and lighting creates a sense of visual abundance while guiding visitors through the space as active participants rather than passive viewers.

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AUGUST 2 | 11:00 AM   Exclusive Walkthrough: The Tipping Point Join us for an exclusive guided walkthrough of The Tipping Point, offering an in-depth exploration of the visionary work of artist brothers Einar and Jamex de la Torre. Renowned for their vibrant, multilayered sculptures and installations that blend glass, mixed media, pop culture, religion, and social commentary, the brothers create immersive worlds that invite both wonder and reflection.  The walkthrough will explore the recurring motifs, symbols, and cultural references woven throughout the exhibition, uncovering the meanings and stories behind these elements while examining the themes that shape the artists’ practice.

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JULY 26 | 12:00 PM   Picnic & Paint  in the Park Included with ticket: Light refreshments All supplies Educator instruction Pack your favorite picnic (or enjoy the provided light refreshments) and join us for a relaxing afternoon of art, nature, and community. Settle into the park, soak in Laguna Beach’s beautiful surroundings, and create your own artwork in a casual, welcoming setting.

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NOW ON VIEW   Frank Cuprien: For the Love of the Sea Celebrating the enduring legacy of Frank Cuprien, a founding figure of Laguna Beach’s art community and one of California’s most devoted painters of the Pacific coast. More than a presentation of paintings, the exhibition invites visitors to know Frank Cuprien as an artist and as a person. Archival materials from the museum’s collection, including photographs, letters and personal records offer rare insight into his daily practice, friendships and deep attachment to Laguna Beach. These materials place the artworks in lived context, illuminating how Cuprien returned to the same stretch of shoreline again and again, finding endless variation in light, movement and mood.

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AUGUST 6 | 5:00 PM   First Thursdays Art Walk Held on the first Thursday of every month, this cultural event celebrates the diverse cultural art scene of Laguna Beach and is free to the public. Featured Performance 7:00 pm: Laguna Dance commemorates the 250th anniversary of the United States with a vibrant performance that traces the nation’s spirit through movement. The work reflects themes of independence, resilience and collective hope, offering a dynamic tribute to America’s past, present and evolving future.

YOUR MUSEUM   Art + Nature Returns This Fall The Art + Nature legacy continues this fall. Meet American painter Kim Manfredi and her commissioned Art + Nature projects: 𝘼 𝙁𝙡𝙖𝙜 𝙒𝙖𝙡𝙠 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙊𝙪𝙧 𝙁𝙪𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 and 𝙑𝙞𝙚𝙬 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙖 𝙂𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙣 𝙤𝙛 𝙎𝙖𝙣𝙙! Learn about Manfredi's vision for Art + Nature by clicking the link below.

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MAKE IT YOUR MUSEUM   Become a Member! Join as a member of Laguna Art Museum to really make it yours. Enjoy unlimited admission, special discounts, guest passes to share your museum experience with friends and family, exclusive access to members-only programs and more unique opportunities for enlightenment through our ever-changing display of California art. Your membership support directly impacts what we do next.

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NOW ON VIEW   Latest and Greatest: New Work at Laguna Art Museum A rotating selection of newly acquired artworks that are part of the museum's actively growing permanent art collection. This ongoing exhibition showcases the contemporary relevance of our newly acquired artworks made after the year 2000.

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LAM KIDS!   Summer Camps Continue August 3 There are few spots remaining! Did you sign your kids up yet? Each Monday, while the museum is closed to the public, kids will have the space to themselves to play, explore and create. Each camp explores the unique ways that creativity has existed across time and the world. Make LAM your summer Monday destination! August 3: Fantasy Worlds & Mythical Realms Originate magical lands and legendary creatures! Illustrate your own fantasy worlds through drawings, sculptures, and narratives inspired by folklore, fables and your imagination.

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NOW ON VIEW   Andy Moses: Into the Light Andy Moses: Into the Light surveys the artists work of the last two decades, evincing his increasingly expansive commitment to a kind of painting that at once displays and obscures imagery. This work forces you to decide what it is doing to you, what it is showing you, if and how it is tricking your eyes or playing to their strengths. It’s a kind of magic.

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YOUR STORE   Explore the Museum Store Our museum store is your destination for gifts as unique and artistic as you are! Whether you're shopping for yourself or a friend, you'll have to answer "Where did you find that?" every time you step out wearing one of the adorable tote bags from our store or when a friend notices your unusually tasteful vase during an evening at home. (Psst... LAM Members get a discount on museum store purchases!)

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