Arts
Immerse yourself in Santa Monica's thriving arts scene through our dedicated coverage. From gallery openings and public installations to profiles of local artists and cultural events, we celebrate the creative spirit that enriches our beachside community. Our reporting spans the Bergamot Station arts complex, neighborhood galleries, street art, and the innovative works that transform our city spaces. Stay connected with Santa Monica's cultural pulse through our coverage of exhibitions, artist interviews, and arts education initiatives. Whether you're an artist, collector, or art enthusiast, the Santa Monica Daily Press is your window into our city's diverse artistic landscape.
Brief: Airport ArtWalk returns
Airport ArtWalk 2013 logo The seventh annual Santa Monica Airport ArtWalk is slated to return March 16 with a full...
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Brief: Local arts leaders earn honors
(Photo courtesy Santa Monica Arts Foundation) Mayor Pro Tempore Terry O'Day and members of the Santa Monica Arts Foundation recognized...
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Art à la carte: Restaurant becomes art gallery
Savio's 'Architecture in Blue.' PICO BLVD — Restaurants all over Los Angeles have been sporting art on their walls for...
Read moreBrief: World-class violinist in Santa Monica
Rachel Barton Pine Distinguished violinist Rachel Barton Pine will be making her debut with the New West Symphony this weekend...
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Will Rogers takes ‘Risk’ on new mural
Graffiti artist Kelly 'Risk' Graval works on a mural at Will Rogers Elementary School last week. (Ray Solano editor@www.smdp.com) 16TH...
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‘Chain Reaction’ advocates rewarded
CIVIC CENTER —In the wake of the City Council vote that extended the deadline for one year to allow activists...
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Participate in Santa Monica Reads
MAIN LIBRARY — The Santa Monica Public Library invites the community to participate in Santa Monica Reads, a program that...
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Commission cuts off ‘Chain Reaction’; Fate to be decided by City Council Tuesday
The Arts Commission on Thursday voted against spending taxpayer money to save 'Chain Reaction.' (File photo.) CIVIC CENTER — A...
Read moreSamohi student collaborates on exploration of L.A. that never was
WEST L.A. — It's rare that childhood pastimes translate into adult pursuits, particularly when they involve small plastic building blocks....
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Hirsch and Cavanagh team up for ‘Freud’ at the Broad
Judd Hirsch and Tom Cavanagh star in 'Freud's Last Session.' (Photo courtesy The Broad Stage) NEW YORK — When the...
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