The OC Art Blog was created in 2004 as a way to build community and promote the marginalized but dynamic Orange County art scene.

This Saturday there is going to be a lot to do in Santa Ana. First off I want to let you all know about a new space in the Santora Arts building called The Seed. This Saturday the Seed opens Explorations which will feature digital new media work by artists such as Dirk Petchul, Chris Nielson, B Fly, Oscar Morales and others. There will also be a live acoustic performance by Luke Papararo starting at 8:30. It's nice to see some new art shows coming back...

31 January, 2006 /

Also opening this weekend is Landscape Confection at OCMA. The members opening is Saturday night so sign up now or wait for Super Bowl Sunday. The Orange County Museum of Art presents Landscape Confection, an exhibition that showcases new and intriguing works that expand the boundaries of landscape painting. Some artists in the exhibition include Pia Fries, Jason Gubbiotti, Jim Hodges, David Korty, Katie Pratt, Michael Raedecker, Amy Sillman, and Janaina Tschäpe. Image: Amy Sillman ...

31 January, 2006 /

There will be much to do this weekend in OC so I thought I would start posting about all the shows now. First up is the unveiling of Jocelyn Schneider Foye's new performance piece "Wrestling with Clay" that will be taking place from 6-8pm (match starts at 7pm) this Saturday at The Shed. Start your night in Newport Beach then head up to Santa Ana. More on that later. ...

31 January, 2006 /

Ran down to Long Beach tonight to catch the Maureen Shields show at Enview. Very much enjoyed it and it was nice to see Autumn as always. After that I cruised over to the outdoor event now known as Last Saturday. Had fun and even bought something. Also ran into a few people that I haven't seen in awhile and that was cool. Definitely plan on going back. Some photos follow: Maureen Shields Enview Co-Director Autumn Beck & Artist C. Finley. ...

28 January, 2006 /

Looks like there kicking it up a notch in the East Village Arts district in Long Beach. This Saturday Last Saturday will be taking place. Looks like they shut down Linden and open it up to artists booths, etc. Looks like there will be a few bands playing too. Get all the info on the website and if you want to show your art, it looks like a good opportunity for $25 bucks. Does that mean they'll still be doing the second Saturday artwalk?? ...

27 January, 2006 /

I don't know if you caught last sundays Calendar article about local heavyweight art dealer Robert Gunderman of ACME fame. If you didn't you should, it's a good read. Anyway, what stood out for me in particular was that he went to Huntington Beach High School. Anyway, he was there when I was a freshman. I don't remember him from school and I ran around in the punk scene during the same time the article said he was involved and I don't remember him from...

24 January, 2006 /

Did anybody else notice the dissatisfaction with the current art blog world expressed in Artnet's Predictions for 2006? Example: Barry Neuman, art dealer: I think it's a safe bet that there will be 50 to 60 new and bona fide (i.e., seriously authored by qualified people) art world blogs by the end of the year. Why is this significant? In some cases, the blogs may speed up the infotainment machine that's impacting the actual, hands-on, real-world art scene, locally and internationally. I guess that means nobody currently...

24 January, 2006 /

Lots of art and artists to see this weekend in OC. The Irvine Fine Arts Center throws their name in the hat with Irvine 35. Irvine 35 will feature 35 (go figure) local artists and it opens on Friday night. Get the info here. ...

19 January, 2006 /

Finally, some truth. AFC is my current favorite blog. Much smarter/funnier/real then most of the poseur art critics out in the blogosphere. It's one thing to take on the big easy targets. It's another to tweak the nose of your peers. Much courage needed (although anonymity helps). Blog much appreciated. ...

19 January, 2006 /

Just had a visitor to The Office remind me that this Friday the HB Art Center opens the annual free for all Centered On The Center. The opening runs from 6-9pm and don't worry there will be plenty to look at. (Time for a real website Darlene...

18 January, 2006 /

This Sunday the Third Annual OC Biennial opens at the Muckenthaler. The opening will go from 12-3pm and will give you a chance to see what OC has been up to lately. This years show was curated by Mat Gleason of Coagula fame so I'm sure it will be a solid line up. (Office alumni will be present). ...

18 January, 2006 /