Renowned Ocean & Olympic Photographer Ben Thouard!
Meet Ocean photographer Ben Thouard. The artist was the only accredited photographer in the water filming/shooting the surfing competition at the 2024 Summer Olympics. At any given moment stunningly beautiful waves are exploding over reefs and onto the shores of beaches around the world. These miracles of creation form far out in the ocean then reunite with their source in the most majestic way possible once they reach a shallow reef or land's edge. This happens countless millions of times
Artist Spotlight: Eva Montealegre
LA FIRES UPDATE: Artist Eva Montealegre lost everything in the January 2025 LA fires. Her house was burned to the ground and her dog was lost. Her husband David and her had to re-start their lives with nothing. They even had to move out of LA, as they were NOT homeowners, and much of the aid did NOT help renters. Please find it in your heart to donate to her Go Fund Me Page. I know people are always worried
Music Reviews, The Hollywood Bowl
Here at LAArtParty.com - we LOVE the Hollywood Bowl. We attend many concerts, and of course list this fabulous venue. Here are a few recent reviews at the Hollywood Bowl Recent Reviews at the Hollywood Bowl Jazz on Tap at the Bowl offered an exceptional night of jazz music, voice and lots of tap dancing. In addition to incredible live performances, Hollywood’s classic dance movies played on the massive screens. Incredible vocalists such as Christian McBride, Ben Vereen, Freda Payne,
Artist Spotlight: Eva Montanari
Eva Montanari is a brilliant Italian illustrator as well as an author. Additionally, she has published several books. She was under lock-down in Rimini Italy, due to the Covid-19 health crisis at the time of this post. Thankfully she and her family made it through that horrible time, and all is well now. As part of our Art Talk Series on our sister site EatTravelGo.com, I interviewed the artist - see below for the direct link. Eva Montanari Rimini. by
LAArtParty Artist Spotlight: Aazam Irilian
Aazam Irilian is an Intuitive Artist and educator. She is a strong believer in the healing aspects of the arts—that engaging in the creative process promotes clarity of mind and help individuals to tap into their inner wisdom and recognize their potential. Therefore, to be able to overcome life challenges and live their dreams. “Art making has saved me from spinning down into the dark hole of depression and gave me a tool to see the beauty of life, “ says the
On View through August 27, 2026: Hauser Wirth West Hollywood, Zhang Enli
Hauser Wirth West Hollywood debuts a new series of abstract portraits by Zhang Enli. This is his first solo exhibition on the West Coast for the artist. Hauser Wirth Zhang Enli Gallerist, 2024, Oil on canvas, 300 x 500 cm / 118 1/8 x 196 7/8 in; Courtesy the artist and Hauser & Wirth The show examines how ordinary objects reflect contemporary life, while also revealing the artist’s internal world. Furthermore he selects items such as string, hoses,
Mi Piace, Old Town Pasadena
If you love Italian food, head to Mi Piace in Old Town Pasadena. You will find some of the most scrumptious Italian cuisine. If you love pizza, pasta, or an exquisite Osso Bucco di Vitello - visit our sister site, EatTravelGo.com to read a review (see below). Mi Piace, Lobster and Mussels, photo by Acuna-Hansen For over 25 years, Mi Piace has been a neighborhood favorite located in the heart of Old Pasadena. Mi Piace features an award-winning
On View through September 12, 2026: Craft in America, New Exhibitions
In June 2026, Craft in America unveils two exhibitions - Cowboy Craft: Traditional Art of the West and Marques Hanalei Marzan: Entwine. While the first is a group show paying tribute to the American Cowboy, the latter spotlights an acclaimed artist from Kāne‘ohe, Hawaiʻi. June 2026 Craft in America The American cowboy remains a cultural symbol for more than a century. Its legacy reflects enduring values, authenticity, respect for the land, and a simpler lifestyle. Men learned to build, maintain,
El Granjero Cantina at the Original Farmer’s Market
If you love Mexican food, head to El Granjero Cantina, L.A.’s newest most colorful Mexican restaurant located at the original Farmers Market. I reviewed this restaurant for our sister site (ETG)...the food is amazing. CLICK HERE to read review, or visit EatTravelGo.com - Stories Section, Dining/Drinking Page, Reviews Page. With its lively, bright, and inviting indoor-outdoor seating and great patio for people watching, El Granjero (pronounced gran-heh-roh) Cantina is the perfect one-stop spot to enjoy some Tacos, Dorados, Vegan Tacos,