Drive by Herakut

February 29th, 2012 § Leave a Comment

Herakut

So my hubbie and I are experimenting with public transit, bikes and walking as a form of transpo? Our car lease was up and we just couldn’t decide what type of car to get.

When it came down to it, we opt not having a car because he and I do so little driving. I sold my car last year because it collected dust, if it wasn’t being rented out.  Now now, I am sure you’re thinking… those sage’s are crazy???! but it’s just an experiment and what I like to call… the art of detachment. We are so fortunate to live in an area where there is an abundance of food, art, fashion, music… Just steps away from our door.

Nonetheless it will be adventurous. We decided on six months car- free, with the intention that if it was of too painful and or inconvenient we’d get just  buy another car… yea, it’s that simple.

On that note,  I was able to borrow my girl Jess’ ride ( thanks lady!), while on a writing research mission….

… I spotted Herakut and a few other street artist in Culver City on Washington near Adams. I’ve driven by a few times, but finally stopped in to take a closer look, shoot some photos , and admire the art work, Very impressive.  Gotta love the DoLab for always finding the right element of art to add to their ever growing portfolio of fabulousness !


Have you seen Herakut?? Or perhaps driven by?? Stop by and check it out next time.  On a side note. I hear Herakut will be at this years Lightning in a Bottle, and most recently performed with the Lucent Dossier troupe!

The art work by Herakut is just wicked!!

SUPER, REAL, LOTUS, DOSSIER FILE

July 6th, 2011 § Leave a Comment

Choice Picks for July… WEST to EAST

Get your art,food and nature fix and still keep your budget low this month. Support your locals!

(Westside)

SUPER 8
Not the movie but the exhibit. ( although I do need to catch up on the awesomeness of JJ Abrams flick Super 8 which I hear is his version off ET.. nice!)… this too will be one to see!
A diverse video exhibition highlighting 40 artist in 8 Cities around the world. July 8th- Sept 3 Admission is FREE  
916 Colorado Ave, Santa Monica.  Christopher Grimes Gallery


(Half way to the East from the West)

EAT REAL FESTIVAL

Sustainable and Delish..  YES PLEASE!
local, organic, and sustainable ingredients  EVEN BETTER!!!

We love when foodies conjure up more great ideas. Imagine street food, county fair with a great picnic setting all rolled up into one event. Everything from Dim Sum to Hawaiian Shaved Ice, Plus all edibles are less than $5.00  July 16th-17th 10:30- 9pm.

Helms Bakery , Venice Blvd. Culver City  Admission is FREE!!  http://www.eatrealfestival.com/festivals

(Eastside)

Lotus Festival

“The lotus flower is significant to the Asian cultures as a symbol of rebirth, purity and life”
Believe it or not ECHO PARK Lake is the largest lotus flower bed in the country. The 33rd annual asian and pacific Islander celebration features traditional food and music. July 9th-10th in Echo Park.  Support the festival and community in honor of purity and life!  http://www.lotusfestival.org/
                                                                                                                                                                                            
Lucent Dossier Experience
A jovial atmosphere, beautiful costumes, a feel good vibe and mesmerizing performances.  My favorite performance troop Lucent Dossier Experience will be performing July 28 at the Palace Theatre in downtown LA, one of the oldest surviving vaudeville theaters in existence has been revamped. Prepared to get WOWED, a must see show.  See you there!  Tickets go on sale tomorrow (6th) at 11:11am http://beticketing.com/ they will sell out fast! and not sure how long their residency will be there.  http://www.losangelestheatre.com/downtownpalace.html 
                                                                               www.thelucentdossier.com


Adventure time @ Lightning in a Bottle festival

May 25th, 2011 § Leave a Comment

Did we survive the weekend or what?! Well, I sincerely hope you enjoyed some cool happenings around town, despite all the rapture end of the world ramblings. While I couldn’t quite make every outing I had intended ( so bummed to have missed the fire spinning housewarming, and the dope style idea of a birthday party at the gun range, as well the opening to a friends art show), I was happily content my weekend turned into an uplifting, heart pumping romp in the sun.  I experienced a truly emotional sunset wedding ceremony, that was inspired by family devotion and delighted by strong, long-lasting friendships. My weekend was not about endings but about beginnings.

Sadly, those same people will continue to waste their time scheming, plotting and making calculations on yet another “date” on when the world will end… and I suppose my life (as usual) will be about LIVING in the now and getting inspired…

So I must continue on that righteous path by heading to another highly anticipated weekend at the Lightning in a Bottle Festival. www.lightninginabottle.org/


Having been raised in Los Angeles going to music festivals is expected at an early age. I’ve been going to them for 22 years, and I will say that these days The DO Lab family has it going on- they put on a fantastic festival.While their DJ line up sets the tone for the festivities, people head to LIB for many other reasons. While some will go to check out the art installations, some will go to learn about sustainability and the environment, and others will go for their yoga and spiritual fix, everybody will enjoying the good vibes in the outdoors. From what I have experienced, no other festival has as much character and soul as LIB. Though it’s not as extreme, profound or enlightening as Burning Man, it conveys a powerful community experience. It’s not as commercialized and over exposed as Coachella, so it has maintained its broad perspective and continues to promote a wide variety of artist and performers, all of which I am down for.  

So in light of my fantastic weekend to come. Here’s a taste of what i’ll be doing…

Engaging in the Lucent Dossier Experience 

Time and time again I am astounded by the Lucent Dossier Experience. It’s one of those mesmerizing shows that I can’t stop talking about. A Lucent show is like no other filled with acrobatic and dance performances in a moulin rouge-esque setting that will completely wrap you up in their world. http://www.lucentdossier.com/
Vibing w/ RANDOM RAB
Last years LIB is when I first heard the sounds of Random Rab while laying on the grass as the sun was setting. Nothing more magical than hearing his feel good music come to life and setting the tone for a fantastic evening.  http://randomrab.net/

Chiling w/ Joplin MacColl
Gotta love grooving to little down tempo by Joplin MacColl. her funky fresh style is sure to make you get your groove on while setting the mood just right for a dusky sundown. 
                                                                                      www.waxdj.com/djs/1429 

Bass Jumping for KRADDY

No doubt I am going to have to put my bass face on for Venice local KRADDY one of the founding members of the Glitch Mob. Kraddy hailed as the anthem of the decidedly maverick “glitch hop” movement with speaker-shuddering bass drops and melodic overtones.

Getting Gyspy with Beats Antique!
If you are seeking something provocative yet spiritual then the unique and masterful sounds of Beats Antique and the sultry performance of Zoe Jakes is where you want to look. Zoe’s belly dancing moves combined with Beats live instrumental mixes of old school jazz, hip hop, string quartets and dubstep all rolled up into one… puts them in a class on their own. definitely hot stuff!


Look forward to being part of the SEA OF PRETTY LIGHTS

While there is a long list of music favorites I can go on about, I am truly EXCITED to see headliners PRETTY LIGHTS!!! Here’s a little taste of what you’ll be experiencing or what you’ll be missing!!!  HELLO PRETTY LIGHTS!!



And while i’ve only posted music…  I’ll also be checking out some other cool stuff!!
                                                                                  


Doesn’t that sound amazing???. One more day and I am off for a long weekend of adventure!! So if you want to join.. you’ll know where I’ll be or at least what I’m listening to.  Whatever your hearts content is this memorial day weekend- make it a great one!

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