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Mixed Media | Walter Focht aka Tres

admin — Wed, 22 May 2013 18:28:12 +0000

Inventive Mixed Media Artist of the Quarter, Walter Focht, also known as ‘Tres’, has been a resident and resource to Long Beach, California for decades. Originally the top art installer for 2nd City Gallery, Tres is a self taught mixed media artist utilizing rare finds to open minds. His modern, streamlined works range in scope from cinderblock light fixtures to creative installations. Recently juried as a select artist in the Long Beach Museum Of Art’s ART AUCTION XV, Tres continues to produce unique pieces that modern collectors can’t get enough of. Tres is also an invaluable asset to the ART OF LIFE team as our professional installer for elite events and occasions. A bit of a perfectionist, his eye for design coupled with his experience sets him far apart from the rest. Contact Tres to view his portfolio and request commissioned works. He is also available for install hire at https://www.facebook.com/walter.focht.37?fref=ts or direct at 1-562-607-9166.

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Musician | Ariel Lavi

admin — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 21:24:01 +0000

The first sentence noted on Ariel’s home page says it all; “I make sound.” The music of Ariel Lavi is the epitome of creative freedom combined with perfect composition. His ability to write, produce and create music that eludes to certain genres while official adopting none, revolutionize the way we may soon start to think about music and hear sound. Without classical training, Ariel has produced a self titled album filled with electronic mood, pop undertones and an all around unique journey from first to last track. The pride of the collection lies deep in it’s intelligence and capacity to move a listener through more than one poignant world at a time. He masters the intensity of score and the purposeful importance of levity in sound. In brief, he’s created a debut album with music that both ‘let’s’ you, and ‘makes’ you, think. Influences ranging from Micheal Jackson, Jimmy Eat World and Dave Grohl motivate Ariel’s art for much of the same reason that he will continue to pursue sound; they fuel his innate passion to organize inspiration.

Listen closely: http://ariellavi.com/

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Graphic Artist | Phase1Graphics

admin — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 17:52:00 +0000

Don’t let the name fool you; Phase1Graphics moves you through your desired project beginning to end with flawless precision. Phase1 founder, Ryan Turley, is a top notch, self made master of the Graphic medium and pleased to have worked on projects for fellow rising artists, Black Eyed Peas among many more private & elite clientele. The success of Mr. Turleys’ company can likely be attributed to his commitment to his roots and independence. A Long Beach, California local for life, he has deep family history here that inspires him to incorporate a component of Long Beach’s Arts’ style into every piece of work he creates, enhancing every project, however varied. Phase1Graphics is proud to hold the unique capability of perfecting extremely diverse projects ranging from pop culture and swank club promotion to high end professional media and the like. Their follow through, turn around time and professionalism is unparalleled. Contact them through Facebook TODAY for any and all of your Graphic needs.

http://www.facebook.com/Phase1Graphics?fref=ts

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BUSINESS ATTORNEY FOR ARTISTS | Paula Schaefer

admin — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 02:39:50 +0000

Paula Schaefer is an experienced business attorney who can help you MAKE YOUR ART YOUR BUSINESS! SHE TRANSLATES LAWYER SPEAK INTO A LANGUAGE, VISION & CONCEPT THAT WILL MAKE YOU SMILE. Paula is experienced in resolving a variety of legal issues that small business owners and Artists routinely face. She can help you decide whether a partnership, LLC or a corporation is the best structure for your business; obtain trademark or copyright protection for your designs; or even assist you in negotiating contracts and documenting business deals such as lease for commercial space or purchase of a new business. You can learn more about Paula by checking her website atwww.PaulaSchaeferLaw.com or her Facebook page: www.facebook.com/PaulaSchaeferLaw. Paula Schaefer represents Art Of Life in all business matters. We confidently refer her services to both creative and corporate society.

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Pa2 | November 28th | Long Beach, California

admin — Sun, 25 Nov 2012 22:32:53 +0000

Art Of Life invites you to enjoy the most relaxing holiday shopping you’re likely to engage in all year… Stop in to Ambiance Skin Care & Day Spa from 6-9pm for wine, lite fare, & pampering package deals that put Black Friday to shame as Ambiance celebrates 11 beautiful years in business. Featured artist, Dorene White has created a CUSTOM COLLECTION unique to the aesthetic of this location. Hues and textures of fusia, grey, black & white, serve to enhance the romantic relaxation that Ambiance is so well known for. A portion of all proceeds from art sale will go to benefit breast cancer awareness. Please stop by mid week in support of this rare evening of good will and inspiration. Art work available to view & purchase though 12/26. Pampering package discounts available only during event hours.

http://www.ambianceskincare.com/

http://m.winteriorsandevents.com/

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NEGOTIATION TRAINER & GRANTS WRITER FOR ARTISTS | Nancy J. Fox

admin — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 17:29:52 +0000

Negotiation-4-the-arts was founded in 2011 by Nancy J. Fox, a/k/a Negotiation Fox, as a means of combining her passion for the arts with her belief in the power of negotiation training. Its mission is to help artists and arts organizations reach their full potential by providing quality negotiation training that addresses the business side of art. Contact her today for unmatched assistance with grants writing and/or state of the art negotiations training for yourself, your business and/or your organization. http://negotiation-4-the-arts.com/

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SPACE FOR ARTISTS | Artspace

admin — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 17:23:24 +0000

Artspace’s mission is to create, foster, and preserve affordable space for artists and arts organizations. It pursues this mission through development projects, asset management activities, consulting services, and community-building activities that serve artists and arts organizations of all disciplines, cultures, and economic circumstances. By creating this space, Artspace supports the continued professional growth of artists, and enhances the cultural and economic vitality of the surrounding communities. http://www.artspace.org/index.html

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c3 | June 30th | Long Beach, California

admin — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 17:24:56 +0000

Special thank you to all participants of this event! View this month’s blog, “Isn’t Every Day You Get To Paint With Your Chiropractor”, to see what kind of inspiration came about from this event & visit the following link for a few groovy photos of painting in the sun. http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.379263958801129.84423.156176971109830&type=3

Art of Life invites you to The ART OF HEALTH & WELLNESS at the Long Beach Marketplace, Saturday, June 30th, 12-3pm. We are proud to provide you with a special afternoon collaboration of Arts & Wellness as Circle Painting, a non-profit arts organization, takes the outdoor center stage. Circle Painting (www.circlepainting.org) will facilitate a hands on community arts project. Participants of all ages are invited to engage in colorful painting and design of collaborative pieces for temporary install at the Marketplace. Chair massage, Pilates demonstration & much more will be provided by elite health and wellness merchants and complimentary to all who stop by. Come experience creativity through relaxation… http://www.marketplacelongbeach.com/

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Pa2 | June 14th | Long Beach, California

admin — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 03:49:48 +0000

Art Of Life welcomes you to the New York Life, Long Beach open house reception for City Scape Photographer, Ron Woolhether. Lite faire & soft beverages will be served as the 5th Floor comes alive with local, vibrant city views as captured by Woolhether. See invite for details. Casual attire, all ages.

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Artistic Mastermind | Ilan Laks

admin — Tue, 01 May 2012 06:26:05 +0000

Ilan Laks uses the term, “galactic infinity” to describe his work, making reference to
the continuous, seemingly endless movement that spreads across multiple
panels creating intimate moments of space and simultaneously the
magnanimous total experience of a galaxy. Inspired by French philosopher
Gilles Delueze’s Rhizome Theory of Interconnectivity, Laks has shed all narrative
content to revel in evolutions of mark-making and deconstruction. Conveying the
vastness of macro/micro dimensional space, “galactic infinity” is a fitting
description. ”My paintings aim to be an experience. It should encompass you and stay with
you even after you leave their presence.” But what else stays, and equally represents the infinite possibilities the emerge when true creativity is unleashed, is Laks’ width and depth of media. The modest Laks paints, plays, writes, acts, designs fashion technique and deftly creates inside of every imaginable medium. Quite possibly the first artistic genius and mastermind of our generation, Ilan Laks connects the final dot that conjoins a life of art to the art of life.
www.ilanlaks.com http://youtu.be/tXoKxn5-hF8

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