Sketchbook: Calabasas, The Mysterious Indian Temple and the Culver City Artwalk 2011

From left to right: Amazing example of Culver City architecture. I have been itching to draw this exact house for awhile now and I am really stoked that this is now in my sketchbook. Have you been here? Then, I found this mysteriously hidden Indian temple (originally discovered a few months ago). Then, last week, I returned with friends from India to attend service and record my findings with my trusty assistant, a black Moleskine. I tried to capture the serene beauty of this location and I vow to go back again to attempt this feat.

Hindu Temple Ventura County
1600 Las Virgenes Canyon Road,
Calabasas, CA 91302
805.639.0334
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Oh, and don't forget... this Saturday is the Culver City Artwalk. I will have a new painting at LeBasse Projects. Details here. Have a happy "Aloha Friday" everyone!!!

"Culver City Artwalk"
at: LeBasse Projects
6023 Washington Blvd. 
Culver City, CA 90232
310 558 0200
contact@lebasseprojects.com
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“An Easy Give and Take” a fundraiser for the Japanese Red Cross at the Torrance Art Museum

"V"  /  5" x 4"  /  ink on plastered masonite

Here is another charity fundraiser. This time it is a group show curated by Kio Griffith at the Torrance Art Museum. All artwork including mine will be available for purchase at a whopping $50.00 (cash only). Great deal, right? I hope people think so. Take advantage, raise money, and offer your support. Coinciding with this show is the opening of "Gateway Japan" an exhibition of Japanese and Japanese American art.

"An Easy Give and Take"
Saturday, March 26, from 12PM to 9PM
at: Torrance Art Museum
3320 Civic Center Drive
Torrance, CA 90503  
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Excursion: Greystone Mansion and Park

Let's go on a excursion. For those of you who are not in California, we are in Beverly Hills.

And, this is Greystone Mansion. It has a bizarre history. Today, it stands as a public park, architectural landmark and filming location (that's why this looks familiar to you). Built atop 12.58 acres, the mansion which covers 46,054 square feet of it, is one of the largest family estate built in Beverly Hills.

Ahh, pose time.

Am I exciting you?

You should go.

Greystone Mansion and Park
905 Loma Vista Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210

The Mini Show "ANNOUNCE"

 I had 2 phone messages when I returned home that evening. One from my friend Olivia and the other from Ming who is Mini's Brother. I knew it was something bad. I heard the tears in Olivia's voice. Ming was strong and professional, but his message projected urgency.
 They were about to tell me the news that my friend Mini had passed away. See, although she had the biggest loving heart, physically, she was born with a weak one. A new heart transplant saved her life, but brought on complications.
 The phone continued to ring from friends reaching out to each other. I remember sitting in front of my phone, observing the machine as it recorded their messages. Selfishly, for just a moment, I wanted to believe if I didn't acknowledge her death. she was just around doing her errands.
 It's 8 years later. With the support of the California Community Foundation, we have continued to keep Mini alive through her memorial scholarship fund. All of the money we raise goes towards the financial need of students at the Art Center College of Design. And, through the fabulous support of friends, artists and sponsors, we have a charity art show in her honor. The show is a one-night-don't-miss-it event. Participating artists include: Mark Ryden, The Clayton Brothers, Tara McPherson, Andrew Hem, Martha Rich, little me, and many more. You can get all your information here. All artwork will cost no more than $300. Good deal, right? Read up and I will see you there!


"The Mini Show"
One night only. Saturday, October 23, 2010, 8:00-11:00 p.m.
Art Center College of Design / South Campus Gallery
950 South Raymond Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91105
minilai.com/upcoming.html