Making Waves in Laguna Beach

Laguna Beach has long been a magnet for artists and was originally settled as an art colony and coastal resort well over 100 years ago. The city boasts over 100 art galleries and artist studios. It is delightful to stroll through town, visiting galleries and parks, where you encounter numerous works of public art. In summer you’ll find art festivals where you can purchase art directly from the artists. The city also boasts an art museum, The Laguna Art Museum, which exhibits art by California artists or art that represents the state.

Whether you choose to swim or sunbathe at the picturesque beaches and little coves, browse the galleries and boutiques downtown and along the Coast Highway, hike the trails with views up in the hills or drive up Laguna Canyon to visit the art festivals and artist studios, you will love the quaint beachy feel in this pretty seaside town. Yes, it is often throbbing with tourists and snarled with traffic, but you can often find a quiet corner of a cove or a little park with 180 degree views of the see and feel like you’ve almost got the place to yourself.

In issue 5 of The Loaded Trunk I take a deep dive into Laguna’s art scene, introducing you to a handful of very talented artists who create a wide variety of unique and interesting pieces of art. Macrame artist Jim Olarte and textile print artist and jeweler extraordinaire, Diana Garreau, are just a couple of the fabulous artists featured in the magazine.

Read the full issue of the magazine issue #5 Coastal Gems of Orange County