The Editor Recommends
Anca Colbert, the editor and publisher of ARTS About Town, recommends a few of her favorite places.
Featured categories include Regional Museums, Art & Food, Art in Public Places, and Art Books Galore.
Featured categories include Regional Museums, Art & Food, Art in Public Places, and Art Books Galore.
Art & Food
Farmer and the Cook Steve Sprinkel and wife Olivia Chase, the famous duo behind the organic grocery and cafe Farmer and the Cook, love to open the ample space of their restaurant to invite rotating exhibitions of local, contemporary artists.
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The Ranch HouseThe legendary Ranch House continues to attract a refined clientele looking for an unparalleled experience in fine dining. Keeping with a long established tradition, their fine art collection includes originals by Beatrice Wood.
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Marché GourmetMarché Gourmet is a European style deli and caterer. Its executive chef, Patricia A. Cluché, is also a dedicated artist. Her plein air landscape paintings are always on exhibit in the intimate setting of the deli.
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Art in Public Spaces: Sculptures, Fountains, Murals and more
The Fountain in Libbey Park
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"Matilija Poppy"
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Art Books Galore: outdoors and indoors.
Bart's Books
For fifty years, Bart's Books has attracted book lovers and visitors from all over the world. Meandering through their aisles, mostly in open air and under old oak trees, looking for books at Bart’s becomes a memorable experience. An indoors studio space offers an exceptional selection of books on art, design, crafts, architecture, photography, collectibles, and more. |
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Ojai by Design“Ojai by Design: Fine Architecture of the Ojai Valley,” showcases Ojai’s architectural heritage by documenting twenty-three of its historic buildings. Written by architectural historian Craig Walker, edited by Mark Lewis, lavishly illustrated, the book is beautifully designed and produced. Sponsored by the Ojai Arts Commission, it is planned to be the first in a series about art in the Ojai Valley. Available at the Ojai Valley Museum's Shop.
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Regional Museums: a short driving distance from Ojai
Ventura County MuseumThe Museum of Ventura County celebrates, preserves and interprets the art, history and culture of Ventura County, the California Channel Islands and the surrounding region. It features collections, exhibitions, events, educational programs, publications and its research library.
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Santa Paula Art MuseumLocated in beautiful downtown Santa Paula, California, the Santa Paula Art Museum, Jeanette Cole Art Center features rotating exhibitions of vintage and contemporary art, educational programming for children and adults, artist talks and demonstrations, musical performances, a gift shop and more.
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MORE information coming soon .... stay tuned.
Places Where Local Creatives Hang Out:
• Beacon Coffee A newcomer to the Ojai scene, spacious indoor sitting.
• NoSo Vita Coffees, deserts, and food. Outdoors sitting very pleasant and comfortable.
• Ojai Roasting A long-time favorite hangout of local artists, actors, some aspiring and some well-known. Great coffee and deserts.
• Ojai Library A gem of a library with a new community room. Computer rooms. With its own bookstore too: "Twice Told Tales"
• Azu Classic and innovative tapas, Happy Hour, Wine and Dine in one of Ojai's favorite restaurant and bar.
• The Coffee Connection In Meiners Oaks, great coffee and pastries, and cozy room.
• Java and Joe Behind the Arcade, a long-time favorite for locals and Sunday morning Farmers Market shoppers
Art Resources:
• Art Supplies Ojai Creates
• Framers Summer Camp, Frameworks of Ojai
• Appraisers Nancy Escher, Anca Colbert
• Art advisors Anca Colbert
• Letterpress Printers Classic Letterpress (Norman Clayton)
• Photographers Scott Miles
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