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This Week: Lesser known LA art spaces
Most people have heard of the Getty, and it is most definitely worth a visit. But these galleries and museums are hidden gems that will surprise and (hopefully) enthrall you. They've got some classics, and a whole range of new and upcoming artists, where you can probably say you saw it here first.
Lesser known LA art spaces
Naked Coffee
CalArts is a breeding ground for artists just north of L.A. in Valencia. It's a commune of sorts, on a hill in the middle of an otherwise conservative suburban [more...]
Subliminal
Subliminal Projects displays work by graphic artists and walks the line between fine and commercial art. Its artists are from all over the world, like Space [more...]
Dangerous Curve
Dangerous Curve is the best kept secret of the art world in L.A. Located inside a curved building, Dangerous Curve touts unconventional art and architecture. The [more...]
Tips of the Week
In the mood?
I'm a sucker for Moroccan themed places, so Mood worked for me, but I'm pretty sure it'll work for just about anyone looking for a classy/funky evening out.
6623 Hollywood Blvd
323-464-6663
Neon by Night
501 W Olympic Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 489-9918
Night time bus tours of neon signs in Los Angeles with the Museum of Neon Art (MONA). This is a really fascinating tour, and the people taking it are locals - not [more...]
Pretty Pictures
354 N. Beverly Dr.
310-274-4300
These books make the best gifts, and the store is AMAZING even if you are just browsing. You'll both find tons of things to love here. The titles range from $10 volumes of vintage graphics [more...]
Culver City Art and Cocktails
Head over to the Culver City gallery openings, and be sure and stop into this gem of a bar before or after. It's got a charming patio, space for dancing, and every time I go I meet at least one of the artists showing in the neighborhood...
[more...]Sweet Lady Jane
Go on... indulge yourself. Theirs are the best cakes in town. My personal favorite... three-berry cake.
8360 Melrose Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90069
Locando Portofino
This is just about the most sumptuous and among the most authentic Italian food in Los Angeles. I would suggest you reserve a trip here for a special date, an anniversary, birthday, etc. It's romantic, small (book ahead) and wonderful. [more...]
New Style in Old Surroundings
The Brentwood Country Mart is a step back in time. Built in 1948, the original barn is a stark contrast to the McMansions around it in this fancy part of LA. Lots of expensive designer shops mingle in with cobblestone courtyards, a fire [more...]
Pretty Pictures
354 N. Beverly Dr.
310-274-4300
These books make the best gifts, and the store is AMAZING even if you are just browsing. You'll both find tons of things to love here. The titles range from $10 volumes of vintage graphics [more...]
Up at the Villa
The Getty Villa is a cliff-top beauty of a building overlooking the Pacific. There are collections of Greek, Etruscan and Roman antiquities.
The villa itself [more...]


