A message from Silvia…

Dear All,

I will be holding 3 Wire Wrapping Sessions and display my newest collection of wire wrapped jewelry for you to enjoy at the Hands on Art Fundraiser “Chalk It Up”.

on Saturday, April 26, 2008
10:00am to 4:00pm at

Parras Middle School
200 North Lucia
Redondo Beach, CA 90278

10:30am to Noon (full)
12:30pm to 2pm (1 space left)
2:30pm to 4pm (open)

The cost of a workshop is $15.00 per person.
All money from the work shop will be donated to Hands on Art.

This is a wonderful opportunity to make something out of the stones, ocean glass, beads or jewels you’ve tucked away and always planned on doing something with. And if you don’t have a special stone, they will be available to purchase for $1. (that’s right, $1!)

For more information please go to

www.southbayhandsonart.org/pages/events.html

See you there!

Silvia

A message from Claudia…

Hey Great Ones!!!

I will sell all my created healing products, such as Therapeutic Herbal Neck Wraps and Eye Pillows, Back/Abdomen Wraps to velcro around your waist. Balancing Energy Sprays, Crystal Heart Pet Charms for our furry ones, and some jewelry for our purse or keychain.

Come stop by and check out our Hands On Art Gallery created by our children and local artists.

Hope to see you there!

Live well, Laugh often and Love Always
Claudia

As if the charming, picturesque, welcoming village of Ojai wasn’t enough in itself to make it the perfect mini vacation destination…

There is also the Suite 1 Inn.

This enchanting little hideaway, tucked into the trees, off of the beaten path that is East Ojai Avenue, is paradise unto itself, with its many artistic intricacies, harmoniously eclectic furnishings, and its completely mood altering aura.

Located approximately 60 miles north of Los Angeles, and about an hour and a half away from LAX with no traffic, you couldn’t ask for a better get away!

Lovingly created by two kind-hearted, and exceptionally imaginative artists and massage therapists - Iris and Kirk, this sanctuary for one or two, is the quintessential escape when you need a swift repose - and between the magnificent shower that you won’t ever want to get out of, and the lovely garden with private hot tub, you won’t feel like leaving the premises anytime soon. They offer in suite massage, indoors or out; chilled champagne and roses on request; and exceptional gourmet dining on your private patio or in your room. Tell me, what more could one want?

However, when you are ready to venture out, you can enjoy wandering around the center of town with all of its wonderful galleries, intriguing shops and fine restaurants. Don’t miss taking a stroll through Libby Park, either in the day for a bit of tennis or to listen to some live music, or after dark - a great way to end the evening after a really great meal.

There is a terrific bike/horse path that stretches through town, and
Lake Casitas isn’t far away to enjoy a day of fun in the sun while swimming, boating or fishing. The ever popular Ojai Wine Festival is hosted there every June, and a variety of other art and music festivals can be found throughout the city, throughout the year. There is also great golf and spa opportunities if that is more to your liking.

Truly a place to fall in love with…

For fabulous pictures of the suite and additional booking information, go to their site at www.suite1innojai.com

602 East Ojai Avenue, Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 646-7869

And for more information about the magical city of Ojai, visit www.ci.ojai.ca.us

Photograph compliments of Arlene Yakush

Newly opened within the compound of the
Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens
is Liu Fang Yuan - California’s first classical Chinese Garden.

Carefully designed with respect to the given environment and all the necessary elements representative of a traditional Chinese Garden, this extraordinary treasure brings beauty and balance to the area, and enriches the minds and souls of all that walk along its paths.

Combining exquisite architecture, wonderful water elements and rock placement, a variety of gloriously fragrant flowers and trees, and “layers of meaning and symbolism”, one will soon realize “that there is much more to this beautiful landscape then meets the eye. ”

You could spend days exploring at the Huntington, it has so much to offer over so many gorgeous acres where the scene changes significantly around every corner, and through lovely buildings that contain galleries, exhibits and a fabulous gift shop. Make reservations for high tea, or take out simpler fare at their tasty cafe, and picnic under the trees.

Certainly an amazing way to spend a day, no matter the path you decide to venture out on.

For more information go to:

The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens
1151 Oxford Road, San Marino, CA 91108
(626) 405-2100
www.huntington.org

and to view more beautiful photographs of the garden and other wonderful things by Arlene Yakush, please click here.

Happy Sauntering!

Enjoy Silvia’s work up close and personal at the
Redondo Beach Art Group’s:

“Impressions of the Marsh”
Saturday, March 29 - Saturday, May 17, 2008 with (Artist’s Reception May 10, 2008 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm) at:

Madrona Marsh Preserve and Nature Center
3201 Plaza del Amo
Torrance, CA 90503
www.friendsofmadronamarsh.com

For information on future events of the Redondo Beach Art Group
check out their website at: www.redondobeachartgroup.org

and of course, to view more of Silvia’s amazing paintings and jewelry click here!

Don’t forget to change your clocks tonight, Sunday, March 9th at 2am.
(For those of you not in the States, please disregard this message!)

A couple of years ago around this time, I had the distinct honor of doing the flower arrangements for my sister and brother in law’s wedding. It was a lot of fun - something I really loved doing.

The day we decided on the types of flowers, the Parrot Tulips were talking to us as the Bells of Ireland were chiming, and the Kermit Poms were serenading us with “Rainbow Connection” - throw a few vibrant Lilys, Alstroemeria and Gerbera Daisies into the mix and it sure felt like love in the springtime to me!

Photo compliments of Arlene Yakush

Greetings!

For those of you who live in the South Bay, or for those of you who just really enjoy a good fair and don’t mind traveling a bit to get there - pack up your sun glasses and SPF this coming Sunday, and head on over to Wilson Park!

Revel in the fresh air while you take pleasure in viewing inspiring works of art and fine handmade crafts, as well as sampling some delicious curbside fare. It’s a great time to pick up gifts for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Graduations or Weddings.

While you are there, you must look up my friend Silvia, and try on some of her gorgeous Healing Stone Creations. Not only are they stunning to look at, but the stones in these necklaces feel so good, you won’t want to remove them - come find a few that talk to you, and enjoy her magnificent paintings as well!

My friend Claudia will be there too with her hand crafted
Herbal Therapy Wraps and Eye Pillows, along with her newly created Back and Abdomen Wraps. She has a full line of gemstone Pet Charms, Energy Balancing Sprays, Gratitude Boxes, Key Chains and more, all created with a whole lot of LOVE!

Wilson Park is a beautiful place where you can stroll along peaceful paths, and picnic under majestic trees along a tranquil duck pond.
So go hang out at the park this Sunday, and make a whole day of it - there is certainly plenty to do - or just do nothing - whatever your pleasure!

Wilson Park
2200 Crenshaw Blvd.
Torrance, CA
Between Carson and Sepulveda

Sunday, March 9, 2008 from 9 am to 4 pm

And this is what transpired…

It makes me happy ; )

In the morning, I sit under the umbrella at the Getty while I drink my first coffee of the day.

In the afternoon, I become just one of the many sheep in the herd, traveling the countryside near Mount Etna.

In the early evening, I am one with the lake as I sit upon its bank.

These are just a few of the places Arlene has taken me to, through the grace of her eye behind the lens. Many of her photographs adorn my walls. Her compositions repeatedly lure me to locations I have yet to see with my own vision, but where I feel at home, find great comfort, and experience complete serenity.

Whether it is a classic photograph, or a deftly manipulated digital image, Arlene has the ability to capture the essence of a moment in time and space - in all of its beauty, clarity and magnificence.

To view more of Arlene’s work, you may click here.

I had the privilege recently to meet with Orly in her home. From the moment you walk through the door you are sweetly introduced to her world. The scent of rosemary leaves burning, the subtle rhythms of the desert in Israel, the vibrant colors and rich textures found on the walls, in the fabrics, in the photographs, in the stunningly simple presentation of tea snacks - ginger bread and sliced blood orange.
This is Orly’s realm, and it is very comfortable and peaceful, and you look forward to staying awhile.

Her art is a true representation of her - brilliant, multi-dimensional, harmonious, accommodating, and extremely versatile. She has extensive experience in the many facets of graphic design, textile design, fine art, and illustration - each lending itself effectively to a variety of different purposes.

To view samples of Orly’s designs and paintings click here, and visit her enchanting website at www.orasource.net