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Art

GO ASK ALICE: OCMA’S NEXT ACT

Alice Neel was one of the great American painters of the 20th century and a pioneer among women artists. The exhibition Feels Like Home at Orange County Museum of Art focuses on Neel’s honest, intimate paintings of her home, children, animals, and expanded family.  A painter of people, landscape, and still life, Alice Neel (1900-1984) was never fashionable or in step with avant-garde movements. Neel’s style was distinctively her own. She painted life around her […]

Real Estate

ROOMS WITH A VIEW

On the market: A Smithcliffs custom estate offers unparalleled ocean vistas and incredibly rare amenities. By Alexandria Abramian This four-bedroom, nine-bathroom home also responds to its unique location by integrating Smithcliffs iconic pine trees into its design. Coastal pines provide natural coverage for a series of outdoor areas, including an outdoor dining area off the kitchen as well as a series of patios, decks, and hidden gardens, which are found on both floors. “You walk […]

Lifestyle, News

Collage Unveils Blossoms & Brass, Cha Redefine, K Soul Food and PhoHolic 

Collage Culinary Experience has expanded its array of restaurants and unique tasting experiences with three new concepts, Blossoms & Brass, K Soul Food and PhoHolic, now open within the two-story global dining collective located at Bloomingdale’s in South Coast Plaza. In addition, Cha Redefine is set to open at Collage late May. “We are thrilled to introduce Blossoms & Brass, Cha Redefine, K Soul Food and PhoHolic as the latest additions to our diverse culinary […]

Real Estate

Make A Splash In Real Estate: Longevity Beats Timing the Market!

Real estate is one of the world’s most dynamic and complex industries. It is impacted by various factors, including the economy, government policies, and market trends. Over the past few years, there has been a lot of discussion and speculation about the future of the luxury real estate market. Many people have predicted a crash, citing various reasons such as rising interest rates and oversupply. However, despite the concerns, the luxury real estate market is […]