http://www.lagunafestivalofarts.org/
Voted “Best Arts Festival” by The Travel Channel in 2010, the Laguna Beach Festival of Arts proudly presents 140 of Orange County’s best-known and up-and-coming artists in its 2011 season, running July 3 – August 31, 2011
The Festival of Arts – California’s Premier Fine Art Show opens July 3rd, 2011 for what promises to be its most exciting season yet. As California’s longest running outdoor fine art show and one of the nation’s most highly acclaimed and attended juried exhibitions, visitors and art connoisseurs expect to find the highest echelon of art and artists at the Laguna Beach Festival of Arts. Recently featured on the Travel Channel as “Best Arts Festival,” art connoisseurs have the opportunity to purchase diverse treasures, including paintings, sculpture, printmaking, photography, ceramics, jewelry and furniture by exhibiting artists, which in 2011 will number 140.
While the Laguna Beach Festival of Arts is long-standing, it constantly evolves. Every day and every evening of the 2011 calendar represents a new opportunity for visitors to be entertained and delighted. Special art-related attractions and special events such as nightly live music (including jazz concerts), wine and chocolate pairings, guided art tours and art workshops throughout the eight-week run provide something fun and interesting for everyone. Unique one-time events will prove especially exciting in 2011, including celebrity meet-and-greets, the increasingly popular Festival Runway Fashion Show and the Acura Celebrity Event, which will welcome Richard Marx as a special guest performer.
“Many have come to see the Festival of Arts in Laguna Beach as a summertime tradition,” said Festival of Arts Marketing and Public Relations Director, Sharbie Higuchi. “I think that’s because they know that the Festival will always be a place to find outstanding artwork, and with music nightly and special events daily, it’s a beautiful and memorable destination for everyone.”
The caliber of work on exhibit at the Festival each year attracts buyers and collectors at all levels of connoisseurship, showcasing the finest original art from the coastal cities of Orange County and covering a complete spectrum of art media. Many Festival artists have their work in the private collections of leading art collectors, celebrities and museums around the world.
“The Festival is the perfect place to find affordable and unique art for your home or business, and with many new artists and new works by returning exhibitors, it’s an experience you don’t want to miss in 2011,” said Higuchi.
Events and Activities
Free art tours are held Monday-Friday at 11 am and 3 pm and Saturday and Sunday at 11 am and 4 pm. Meet the artists and learn firsthand about their artwork and techniques through discussions and free artist demonstrations, held daily from 4pm to 6pm. In addition to the art show, the Festival offers a wide range of daily activities that the whole family can enjoy, including free daily art workshops in the new Festival Art Center and seminars for children and adults; daily live entertainment including visual and performing arts; and other special attractions during the eight-week event.
Special Events
For a complete list of activities visit www.LagunaFestivalofArts.org.
All events are free with admission unless otherwise noted.
- Art of Cooking presented by William Sonoma (Sundays, July 10 – Aug. 28, 1-2pm)
- Art, Jazz, Wine & Chocolate presented by UBS (Thursdays, July 7 – Aug. 25, 5-8pm) – $15
- Mix It Up DJ Style (Fridays, July 8 – Aug. 26, 6-8pm)
- Art in Motion: Hip Hop to Tango (Sundays, July 10 – Aug. 28, 2:30-4pm)
- Beatles’ Classics (Sundays, July 10 – Aug. 28, 6-8pm),
- Jazz on the Green sponsored by KSBR (July 9, July 23, July 30, Aug. 6 & Aug. 13, 1-3pm)
- Festival Runway Fashion (Saturday, Aug. 20, 1-4pm)
- Art Talks: Lecture Series (Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 5 – Aug. 25, 10-11am)
- Family Art Day (Saturday, July 16, 11am-2pm)
- Acura Celebrity Event, Richard Marx performing (Saturday, Aug. 27, 7pm)
- Celebrity Meet-and-Greets with Valerie Bertinelli, Wendie Malick, Jane Leeves, Dana Delany, Camryn Manheim and others (various dates TBD)
Art Workshops for Everyone
In 2011, printmaking, ceramics and multimedia workshops will be open daily for visitors of all ages to stretch creative muscles. The brand new Festival Art Center will be open from 11am-8pm daily for hands-on artistic fun.
Something for the Kids
In addition to the above, kids will have much to do and appreciate in the 2011 Festival season. The Festival’s Junior Art Exhibition, sponsored in part by The PIMCO Foundation is a hugely popular exhibit. Comprised of over 300 pieces of artwork from Orange County school children (K-12), the quality of art represented in the Junior Art Exhibition will astound art lovers of all ages. Also for the kids, the Festival hosts Youth Art Education Days, art classes for children. Due to popular demand, the schedule for Youth Art Education Days has been expanded in 2011 to run Monday through Friday. Call for schedule and reservations: (949) 494-1145 x234.
Dining Options/Gift Shop
From casual to elegant, The Festival offers two places to dine on the grounds. Tivoli Terrace Restaurant serves lunch and dinner during the Festival season in a beautiful garden setting. Live music is featured nightly. Tivoli Terrace will feature its Summer Pageant Menu with an array of salads and sandwiches and fresh seafood for lunch and a variety of traditional American cuisine for dinner. Gina’s Alfresco offers casual Italian fare and is a complement to the Festival’s artistic atmosphere. The Festival of Arts boutique style gift shop is the perfect place to find t-shirts, art books, posters, messenger bags and many other items to remember your visit.
Dates and Admission
Festival admission prices are $7 for general admission and $4 for seniors and students. Laguna Beach residents and military personnel with ID receive free admission, as do children under the age of 12. Tickets for Pageant of the Masters are $15-$100 (depending on seat location and night of the week). Pageant of the Masters ticket holders can present their stub at The Festival of Arts front gate for free admission all summer long.
A special promotion this year (funded in part by Bank of America) offers patrons the opportunity to purchase a Passport to the Arts for only $19. Receive unlimited admission all summer long to The Festival of Arts– California’s Premier Fine Art Show, the Sawdust Art Festival and Art-A-Fair. Go online for more information and details at www.LagunaBeachPassport.com or call 949-497-0521. Each passport includes one-time free parking in the ACT V parking lot on Laguna Canyon Road and FREE shuttle service. Offer excludes Pageant of the Masters.
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2011 Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters Listings
• Festival of Arts – California’s Premier Fine Art Show
Daily, July 3 – August 31, 10am-11:30pm
For years, the Festival of Arts – California’s Premier Fine Art Show has set the standard for what has become a highly sophisticated art scene in Orange County, California. Every year, hundreds of thousands of guests visit the Festival to be delighted by new and beautiful art produced by some of the most talented artists in the nation. American Style Magazine has listed the Festival of Arts multiple times as one of the top ten art shows in the United States and Arts Orange County voted it “Outstanding Arts Organization.” The Festival’s rigorous jury process results in a collection of artists and artwork that is at once cutting-edge and classical, fresh and timeless, stunning and accessible. Exhibited art by 140 of coastal Orange County’s most accomplished artists runs the complete spectrum of media, including paintings, sculpture, printmaking, photography, ceramics, jewelry and furniture. If you are on the hunt for that perfect art piece, you are sure to find it at the Festival of Arts. In addition, this open-air gallery features art workshops, several dining options, nightly musical entertainment and hands-on demonstrations. Special art-related attractions and events, such as jazz concerts, wine and chocolate pairings, guided art tours, art discussions and activities for children, provide entertainment for all throughout the eight-week run. At the Festival of Arts, there is something for everyone! Admission is $7 for adults, $4 for seniors. Free to military personnel and Laguna Beach residents.
• Passport to the Arts
A special promotion this year (funded in part by Bank of America): Passport to the Arts for only $19 (A $36 value!). Includes unlimited admission all summer long to the Festival of Arts – California’s Premier Fine Art Show, the Sawdust Art Festival and Art-A-Fair. Enjoy works of art by more than 500 artists, 300 hands-on workshops, dozens of special events, plus a one-time, all-day free parking pass with each Passport purchased. www.lagunabeachpassport.com or call 949-497-0521. Passports also available for purchase on-site at each festival location during the summer. Offer excludes Pageant of the Masters.
• Pageant of the Masters
Daily, July 7 – August 31, 8:30pm
Art comes alive – literally – at the Pageant of the Masters, Laguna’s famous one-of-a-kind theatrical “living art” attraction. Over 500 volunteers from Laguna Beach and surrounding communities are transformed into life-sized re-creations of some of the world’s most famous paintings, sculptures, and other works of art. Elaborate lighting, stunning makeup, costumes and props render each scene an impressive audience-enthralling imitation of the original piece of art. And it’s not just the people who bring art to life. There is a live orchestra providing the evening’s sweeping soundtrack, singing, and always an element of surprise. The 2011 theme is “Only Make Believe” and is sure to enchant. Presented nightly at 8:30pm in a starlit amphitheater from July 7 through August 31, tickets are $15-$100 (depending on seat location and night of the week). On August 27th, Pageant ticketholders who arrive by 7pm will be special guests at the Acura KOST Celebrity Event, hosted and headline by Richard Marx. Pageant ticketholders over the age of 21 will even receive a free glass of wine (courtesy of Acura and KOST 103.5 FM)!
• Acura/KOST Celebrity Event & Concert
Festival of Arts/Pageant of the Masters
Saturday, August 27 – 5pm red carpet arrivals, 7pm performance
All summer long, Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters guests have the opportunity to purchase raffle tickets for the chance to win a brand new Acura ZDX ($5 for one ticket, $20 for five tickets). On August 27, 2011, on an unforgettable evening at The Festival of Arts – California’s Premier Fine Art Show, the lucky winning ticket will be pulled by none other than admired singer-songwriter Richard Marx at the Acura/KOST Celebrity Event. Celebrity guests will arrive to walk the red carpet at 5pm, and at 7pm Richard Marx will treat Festival and Pageant ticketholders to an intimate concert surrounded by the ever-elegant atmosphere of the Festival of Arts. The evening will culminate in the drawing of the winning ticket for the Acura ZDX (winner need not be present to win). As a special treat, Pageant ticketholders over the age of 21 will receive a free glass of wine (courtesy of Acura and KOST 103.5 FM) to enjoy over great music, beautifully exhibited fine art and in anticipation of an enchanting performance of the 2011 Pageant of the Masters production, “Only Make Believe.” Standard Saturday night Pageant ticket rates apply; or attend the Acura/KOST Celebrity Event as a Festival of Arts visitor ($7).
• Celebrity Meet-and-Greet Evenings
Festival of Arts – California’s Premier Fine Art Show
Various dates TBD, 7pm
Come get an autograph and a photo with your favorite celebrity at The Festival of Arts – California’s Premier Fine Art Show! On select nights of the 2011 season, Festival of Arts visitors will get an opportunity to meet some of their favorite celebrities at the Festival’s 2011 Celebrity Meet-and-Greet Evenings. One evening you’ll meet the cast of the hit sitcom Hot in Cleveland (Valerie Bertinelli, Wendie Malick and Jane Leeves). On another you’ll greet Body of Proof star Dana Delaney. On August 28th, meet Camryn Manheim (The Practice, Ghost Whisperer). Other meet-and-greet opportunities will be announced! Grab a pen and your camera, and take home a one-of-a-kind memento of your visit with a star at the Festival of Arts! Dates to be determined. Visit the Festival of Arts online calendar. Free with Festival of Arts admission ($7).
• Jazz on the Green Sponsored by KSBR
Festival of Arts – California’s Premier Fine Art Show
Select Saturdays: July 9, July 23, July 30, August 6, August 13, 1pm-3pm
The Festival of Arts is proud to welcome to the Festival green some of the finest jazz musicians living, to perform on select Saturdays from 1pm-3pm throughout the 2011 season. World-renowned musicians performing in the Festival’s new Jazz on the Green series include Jessy J (July 9), Michael Paulo (July 23), Greg Adams with East Bay Soul (July 30), Eric Marienthal and Brian Bromberg with a special guest (August 6), and none other than Poncho Sanchez (August 13). These living legends play to sold-out crowds and the Festival has the great opportunity to let our visitors see them in an intimate setting. Free with Festival of Arts admission ($7).
• Art in Motion: Hip Hop to Tango
Festival of Arts – California’s Premier Fine Art Show
Sundays, July 10–August 28, 3pm-4pm
Dance is a major artistic aspect of every world culture. In celebration of this most quintessential art, the Festival of Arts is excited to announce its brand new Art in Motion: Hip Hop to Tango performance series, every Sunday from July 10 to August 28, 3pm-4pm. Lauded dance troupes will delight and move Festival visitors with art in motion from a variety of dance genres, including Irish Folk, Hip Hop, Hula, traditional dance from India, Contemporary Dance Theater and more. These specialized genres and dance artists will captivate adults and children alike! Don’t think you’re an appreciator of dance? Take in a performance of Art in Motion: Hip Hop to Tango and you’ll never think about the art of dance in the same way! Free with Festival of Arts admission ($7).
• Art, Jazz, Wine & Chocolate: What Could be Better? Presented by UBS
Festival of Arts – California’s Premier Fine Art Show
Thursdays, July 7 – August 25, 5pm-8pm
Art, jazz, wine and chocolate… what could be better? Just about nothing! The very popular Festival of Arts series Art, Jazz, Wine & Chocolate: What Could be Better?, presented by UBS, will kick off on Thursday, July 7 with Kendall-Jackson wine and Xan Confections chocolate pairings that will please the palette, surrounded by the sounds of smooth jazz that will stimulate the senses. Every Thursday thereafter, 5pm-8pm, Festival guests will have the opportunity to enjoy the same, with a broad spectrum of jazz styles and genres to be enjoyed over the course of the season. The Festival’s casual and classy outdoor setting, together with the richness of chocolate delectably paired with choice wine and the sensuous sounds of jazz surrounded by fine art, creates an ideal evening for friends, sweethearts and family. This summer, plan on spending your Thursday evenings at the Festival of Arts! Fee is $15 in addition to Festival of Arts admission ($7).
• Art of Cooking Sponsored by Williams Sonoma and presented by Chef Joffrey Lopez
Festival of Arts – California’s Premier Fine Art Show
Sundays, July 10 – August 28, 1pm-2pm
The Festival of Arts – California’s Premier Fine Art Show presents the 7th annual, increasingly popular weekly event series, Art of Cooking, on Sundays from 1pm-2pm. Unleash your inner foodie as Chef Joffrey Lopez from WILLIAMS-SONOMA South Coast Plaza shares recipes, food preparation techniques and proper use of culinary tools all summer long at the Festival of Arts. Demonstrations will include a wealth of information for both novice and experienced cooks. Recipes to be demonstrated and topics to be explored include Fresh Strawberry and Spinach Salad (July 10), Chicken with Chipotle Lime Rub and Wine Pairing with Kendall-Jackson Wines (July 17), All About Olive Oil (July 24), Salsa and Guacamole: Choosing the Perfect Vegetables (July 31), Carrot and Parsnip Salad (August 7), Marinated and Grilled Squash (August 14), Marinated and Grilled Carne Asada and Wine Pairing with Kendall-Jackson Wines (August 21) and Tomato Salad (August 28). If you like food (and who doesn’t?), you’ll love Art of Cooking! Free with Festival of Arts admission ($7).
• Mix it Up DJ Style with DJ Lucky Lou
Festival of Arts – California’s Premier Fine Art Show
Fridays, July 8 – August 26, 6pm-8pm
Friday evenings at the Festival of Arts are a hopping way to end each summer week, with a variety of themed music parties led by L.A.’s DJ Lucky Lou. DJ Lucky Lou is a turntable maestro who has been hailed by 944 Magazine as one of L.A.’s hottest DJs, and he is the resident Friday night DJ all season long at the Festival of Arts! Bring your swagger, your funk (and maybe even a little bit of punk) to the Festival of Arts and join the party. Find a dance partner and be ready to shake a leg! Every Friday DJ Lucky Lou will serve up a fresh sound, including The British Invasion (July 8), The 80’s (July15), Songs of Summertime (July 22), Crooning with Tony and Frank (July 29), The 70’s (August 5), Motown (August 12), Love is in the Air (August 19) and Ain’t Nuthin’ but the Blues (August 26). 6pm-8pm. Free with Festival of Arts admission ($7).
• Beatles Classics
Festival of Arts – California’s Premier Fine Art Show
Sundays, July 10 – August 28, 6pm-8pm
Who doesn’t love the Beatles?! This summer the Beatles Classics series, with authentic performances by Jason Feddy and Friends, returns to the Festival of Arts by popular demand, every Sunday evening from 6pm-8pm. With Beatles music, there’s always a little something for everyone. The only thing that’s better than live Beatles music is live Beatles music with wine and picnicking with loved ones! Sing along and get your dance groove on at the Festival’s new outdoor dance floor. Beatles Sundays make for lovely family outings full of good feeling, as well as date nights where romance is complimented by thorough fun. Free with Festival of Arts admission ($7).
• Festival Runway Fashion
Festival of Arts – California’s Premier Fine Art Show
Saturday, August 20, 1pm-4pm
The Festival of Arts is known for putting on truly unique and imaginative events, and for the third year in a row, Festival exhibiting artists are making fashion their medium at Festival Runway Fashion on Saturday, August 20th from 1pm–4pm. Think of it as the Festival of Arts version of Bravo’s Project Runway with an eco-friendly twist. Festival artists compete against each other to create the most inspired couture; 80% of the materials for which must be reclaimed, reused or recycled. A full runway fashion show, complete with a three-judge panel and celebrity host (to be announced) makes it a one-of-a-kind event that is becoming a summer highlight. As glamour guru Tim Gunn says on Project Runway, “Make it work!” And Festival of Arts artists make it work like no others! Be amazed and entertained by high art and high fashion at the 3rd Annual Festival Runway Fashion Show, free with Festival of Arts admission ($7).
• Art Talks
Festival of Arts – California’s Premier Fine Art Show
Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 5–August 30, 10am-11am
Whether you’re an informed connoisseur or an amateur collector, if you’re an art lover, Art Talks on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Festival of Arts are for you! On every Tuesday at 10am (July 5–August 30), exhibiting artists will lead a discussion addressing topics of medium, influence and present trends. On every Thursday at 10am (July 7–August 25), some of the best minds in the Orange County art scene – from curators to conservators – will visit the Festival to speak on issues of buying, appraising, displaying, restoring and conserving fine art. Art Talks is a fascinating and informative series that you can enjoy with a late morning cup of coffee and the beautiful atmosphere of the Festival. Free with Festival of Arts admission ($7). Immediately following Art Talks on both Tuesdays and Thursdays is a docent tour of the Festival of Arts grounds (11am).
• Youth Arts Education Days
Festival of Arts – California’s Premier Fine Art Show
Monday–Friday, July 5 – August 31, 11am-12pm
In 2011 every weekday is Youth Arts Education Day at the Festival of Arts! Ignite the creative spark in your young artist this summer by allowing him or her to take classes in mixed-media, jewelry making, collage and more, taught by professional Festival artists in the brand new Festival Art Center. Kids love this opportunity to explore their artistic horizons and there’s nothing quite as satisfying as a finished piece of original, personal art. While the children are creating masterpieces, parents will have free time to enjoy the artwork on display throughout the Festival grounds. Both kids and parents will enjoy a fun and friendly environment that will inspire a desire to come back to create art again and again! Classes offered Monday through Friday, July 5 –August 31 from 11am-12pm. Open to children ages 7-12. $10 materials fee per child, per class. Reservations required. Call (949) 464-4268 or email Kathy.Pitts@foapom.com.
• Family Art Day
Festival of Arts – California’s Premier Fine Art Show
Saturday, July 16, 11am-2pm
Family Art Day at the Festival of Arts is bound to be the most fun-filled, art-filled and enchantment-filled day of the entire summer for Orange County families! Family Art Day is designed for and around the children. When they arrive, kids will get a booklet full coupons redeemable for special activities and treats. They will take a backstage tour of the Pageant of the Masters. They’ll do printmaking and ceramics in the new Art Center. They will even go on a scavenger hunt where they will answer kid-friendly questions by investigating exhibited art throughout the grounds. It’s a great way to inspire a conversation for the whole family about things like color, dimension, medium and types of art. And if that’s not enough, there will also be face painting, balloon art and even free ice cream from Gina’s! Mom and Dad will enjoy live musical entertainment by The Fugowies, who perform light rock with a ton of great harmonies. Family Art Day is a summer 2011 must, and best of all it’s free with Festival of Arts admission ($7 for adults, $4 for seniors and students, and free for kids under 12!).
• Art-to-Go: “Go Gold” Art Auction
Festival of Arts – California’s Premier Fine Art Show
Saturday, August 27, 11am-2pm
The Festival of Arts invites visitors to an exciting exhibit and sale of special artwork at Art-to-Go, on sale from July 3-August 31. Festival artists were given the theme of “Go Gold” for this special art sale and display that will only be available in 2011. The display features 100 originals created and donated by Festival exhibitors, proceeds from which benefit the Artists Fund. This is a great way to buy signature fine art and support a worthy cause at the same time. The unique Art-To-Go collection may be viewed on two locations on the Festival Grounds: Adjacent to the performance stage and in the custom display case on the west perimeter. On Saturday, August 27 from 11am-2pm, any “Go Gold” pieces remaining will be sold at a silent auction.
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THE LAGUNA BEACH FESTIVAL OF ARTS HELPS VISITORS YOUNG AND OLD DISCOVER THEIR INNER ARTIST IN 2011
Hands-on art workshops and demonstrations will be a highlight this summer at the Festival of Arts July 3 – August 31, 2011
Everyone has a little bit of art in them, and this summer The Festival of Arts – California’s Premier Fine Art Show will help tens of thousands of visitors young and old to find it! Adults and kids alike will enjoy workshops in printmaking, ceramics and mixed media, as well as artist demonstrations and art tours throughout the entire 2011 season (July 3 through August 31). These arts education events and workshops are opportunities for the Festival to encourage and promote the appreciation of art, and they give visitors a chance to get creative and take away a piece of self-made art as a special Festival of Arts keepsake.
“The Festival of Arts has supported art education since its inception over 78 years ago,” said Festival of Arts President Fred Sattler. “We’re really excited to provide a place for not only professional artists to display their work, but also for visitors to get their own creative juices flowing.”
And creative juices will flow at the newly situated Festival Art Center, located at the east side of the Festival Green, where all workshops (including printmaking, ceramics, and mixed media) have been centralized to allow visitors the best access to instructors and fellow budding artists. Through the arts education events and workshops, The Festival of Arts offers something for everyone!
Youth Arts Education Days – Festival artists will share some of their creative techniques in a fun and friendly environment at the Youth Arts Education Days, every weekday (Monday through Friday) from July 5 through August 31, 11am-12pm. The classes will give children the opportunity to experience a wide variety of arts, painting and more. Open to children ages 7-12. $10 materials fee per child, per class. Reservations required. Call (949) 464-4268 or email Kathy.Pitts@foapom.com.
Multi-Media Art Workshops – Festival artists will instruct students in a broad palette of artistic expertise, including collage, paper making and molding, marbleizing, monotypes, printmaking, wood sculptures, mixed media construction, mask making, pencil comparisons (with watercolor, oils, etc), and scratchboard art. Classes are held daily from 11am to 8pm. Groups of six or more should call (949) 464-4234 to reserve space in advance. These fun, general art workshop activities are free with Festival of Arts admission ($7).
Printmaking Workshops – A great way to learn about the art-making process first-hand is at the daily Printmaking Workshops. The Festival’s most skilled printmakers will demonstrate relief, monoprint, and reductive printmaking techniques–giving visitors an interesting and informative look into the creative art process. Patrons can stop by the printmaking booth daily, July 3-August 31, between 11am-8pm to create their own print. *On July 3 and 4, workshop closes at 5pm.
RAKU Ceramic Workshop – Paint a pot using the Japanese Raku ceramic glazing technique! Characteristics of this style are the random crackle and opalescence of the glaze and the blackened surface of the unglazed surface of the clay. Each piece is where fire, earth and chance merge, so each piece is one-of-a-kind! The kanji character for the term, RAKU, literally means “enjoyment” or “ease.” This hands-on activity is held daily during the summer from 11am to 8pm and there is a minimal material fee of $15.00 (and up) per ceramic pot.
Art Talks – Whether you’re an informed connoisseur or an amateur collector, if you’re an art lover, Art Talks on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Festival of Arts are for you! On every Tuesday at 10am (July 5–August 30), exhibiting artists will lead a discussion addressing topics of medium, influence and present trends. On every Thursday at 10am (July 7–August 25), some of the best minds in the Orange County art scene – from curators to conservators – will visit the Festival to speak on issues of buying, appraising, displaying, restoring and conserving fine art. Art Talks is a fascinating and informative series that you can enjoy with a late morning cup of coffee and the beautiful atmosphere of the Festival. Free with Festival of Arts admission ($7). Immediately following Art Talks on both Tuesdays and Thursdays is a Docent tour of the Festival of Arts grounds (11am).
Artist Demonstrations – Throughout the day, enjoy art demonstrations by Festival exhibitors. Meet artists, ask questions, and watch as masterpieces are created right before your eyes. Daily scheduled art demonstrations are from 4pm to 6pm in the Artists Demo area. Festival visitors can watch artists work in a variety of mediums including oils and watercolors, ceramics, sculpture, jewelry, mixed media and more.
Daily Art Tours – Dedicated and knowledgeable docents lead daily art tours of the Festival of Arts exhibition. These free tours are at 11am and 3pm on weekdays and 11am and 4pm on weekends July 3–August 31. Learn about mediums and processes that make each artist’s works unique! New for 2011 are junior art docent tours on Saturdays and Sundays at 11am, which take visitors through the amazing Junior Art Exhibit, sponsored in part by The PIMCO Foundation.
In addition to the above, themed special events will be held throughout July and August. For more information, call (949) 494-1145, or go online for a full schedule of special events: www.LagunaFestivalofArts.org.
Dates and Admission
Festival admission prices are $7 for general admission and $4 for seniors and students. Laguna Beach residents and military personnel with ID receive free admission, as do children under the age of 12. Tickets for Pageant of the Masters are $15-$100 (depending on seat location and night of the week). Pageant of the Masters ticket holders can present their stub at The Festival of Arts front gate for free admission all summer long.
A special promotion this year (funded in part by Bank of America) offers patrons the opportunity to purchase a Passport to the Arts for only $19. Receive unlimited admission all summer long to The Festival of Arts– California’s Premier Fine Art Show, the Sawdust Art Festival and Art-A-Fair. Go online for more information and details at www.LagunaBeachPassport.com or call 949-497-0521. Each passport includes one-time free parking in the ACT V parking lot on Laguna Canyon Road and FREE shuttle service. Offer excludes Pageant of the Masters.
The Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters are sponsored in part by Acura, Fidelity Investments, KOST Radio 103.5, the Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel, Vizio, Cox Communications and The Orange County Register. The Festival of Arts is a non-profit organization that produces The Festival of Arts – California’s Premier Fine Art Show and the Pageant of the Masters. For general information, call 949-494-1145 or visit the website at www.LagunaFestivalofArts.org. The event is located at 650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, California. Proceeds support the arts and art education in and about Laguna Beach.
