Featuring photographer, Ian Elston, a gifted and detailed engineer who has worked with Edison, Boeing, Northrop Grumman. His eye for detail has made him a worthy candidate for capturing the meticulous facets of a moving dancer. As a distinguished graduate of the University of Southern California and the Art Institute of California – Orange County, Elston has had the honor of photographing numerous subjects, including the USC Repertory Dance Company and USC Chamber Ballet Company. He will be exhibiting a collection of images from these groups.

We are also honored to have with us, students from the renowned School of Arts and Enterprises. Auditions are being held to showcase the talents and creative movement of these exceptional High School students. Those chosen to participate will be showcasing within the LOFT during Art Walk. Come out and support these young dancers.

Along with the Art of Movement exhibit, we are proud to present the Art of Marissa Merida. Marissa is a sophomore at the School of Arts and Enterprises and recently was honored to be chosen as Artist of the Season in Visual Arts. She will be displaying a collection of paintings and drawings. Marissa is one of our amazing interns at the LOFT and we are ecstatic to give her an opportunity to show.

Joshua (39) has been painting and sketching since he was a young boy. He spends his days supporting and coaching clients in branding and marketing themselves. This time, he brings his sarcasm and wit to life via words on wood, canvas and old mattress springs.

Chara Nicole (33) is a gifted wedding & event designer and relishes in the creatively bringing client’s dreams to life. She will be displaying photography by Marlin Munoz from some of her weddings and creating a table so inviting, you’ll want to sit down and eat.

Brooklyn (7) has grown up around the arts. Whether singing, writing, sketching/painting or playing the djembe, she brings life and passion to everyone she comes in contact with. She will be displaying some abstract paintings on paper as well as a few surprises.

Come by and meet the family. Join us also, as Joshua & Chara celebrate 11 years married (nearly 15 years together).

Saturday, April 13, 2013

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In my years of teaching the Wedding Planner Certification Course at Cal Poly Pomona, I’m asked frequently to provide more training specifically on the actual day of the wedding. Many new planners want to focus just on running the last few weeks of planning. Many DJs, Photographers and even DIY Brides have asked about this training as well. This is for anyone looking to gain more insight and detailed training.

The Day of Wedding Workshop is a unique learning experience created just for you, focusing specifically on the day of the wedding. Join us on April 27 for a day of learning, guidance, and networking with other potential planners or established planners. We will be holding the one day workshop in our LOFT in the Downtown Pomona’s historic Arts Colony.

Registration closes April 24

Swag Bag for early registrants by March 31

Materials & Refreshments included

We are honored to host seasoned artist, Robert Morgan, 83 year old Australian painter and graphic artist, throughout the month of March. “The Works of Robert Morgan” opens during 2nd Saturday Art Walk, March 9th from 6p-10p and will remain available for private showings. The show closes March 30th 6p-9p for Collector’s Night. This exhibition represents the culmination of over 60 years worth of amazing stories encountered by Morgan. Robert Morgan will be present to share his tales and insight into his life as a seasoned artist on March 9th.

“It was a splendid place and time! I’m sure we didn’t realize it then – doesn’t every young boy have four miles of water frontage to play about and run all over, a great expanse of water over which to adventure on, a rowing club and sailing club and our own fleet of tin canoes?”

The artist grew up by the shores of Iron Cove Bay in the western suburbs of Sydney NSW, Australia. The bay is part of the estuary system that feeds into the Parramatta River and on towards and under the harbor bridge into Port Jackson, Sydney’s Harbor. Someone was always building a watercraft on one block or another in the area – sailing dinghies and canoes – but usually something more ambitious, 30ft to 40ft ocean-going yachts, which took years to complete. Some of his earliest attempts at self motivated drawing and painting involved subjects from there.

The artist continues, “My formal art education was pursued spasmodically during the between stints on newspapers, magazines, art studios, advertising agencies etc. I attended the Julian Ashton School of Fine Art under Henry Gibbons and Sydney School of Commercial Art with William Holman.”

“The arrival in Canada had been planned with my wife, initially as the first stage of a grand tour working trip around the world. I was able to continue development through several opportune job situations in the Vancouver BC and Toronto Ont. Areas. One of these last had enabled the development of skills in design and presentation. That in turn led to taking time out to study at the Instituto Allende and to paint full time for another semester in San Miguel de Allende Gto. Mexico.”

“When we came out of Mexico to the Los Angeles area – My wife, children and myself, the painting continued anyway, through to a series of large abstract works in synthetic media. Then it became apparent that it was time to move back into regular remunerative work. There followed several years of work on architectural graphics programs, mostly of the more pragmatic kind – until, I found myself assigned to design for a project utilizing more wall space than most artists would dream of handling in a whole lifetime.”

Rob’s years of painting must have been preparation for something. As a Designer within a large professional Architectural Office, he designed the graphic walls of the secure below plaza level spaces and other large walls of a large national bank. Total wall areas were in excess of 35,000 square feet!

It seemed he was on his way, but circumstances changed again and there followed several difficult but still interesting years. During that time, outside of some unforgettable projects which included directional graphics in the Los Angeles Zoo, he designed and coordinated an ambitious extension of the exhibits for the public tour of Lawry’s California Center. On a personal level, he also developed a modular panel system for large graphic walls. Conceptual Designs for exhibits at George C. Page Museum, La Brea Tar Finds, were produced, while consulting with the Architects of that project.

Across the road was Museum Square where he was also heavily involved in the revamp form Prudential Building that it once had been. He had also picked up on his association with Electrical Advertising – Park Plaza near Palos Verdes, Alamedas Bay Harbor at Long Beach, Studio City Plaza on Ventura Blvd., and Arbor Faire in Fresno area, are some of the new or ambitious makeovers which utilized his design skills as an employee or independent consultant.

On more recent painting efforts: The artist is quoted, “Since becoming even more aware of the strong painting themes manifest along Pacific Rim coasts, the focus of my painting activity has been the development of suitable techniques to exploit that material. That and the potential interchange between developed hand skills and refined technology is what excites me!”

Bio by Robert Morgan 2013

Robert Morgan will be with us during 2nd Saturday Art Walk to discuss his work. We hope to see you there. This will be a very special show unlike any you have experienced here in Pomona.

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2nd Saturday Art Walk

Saturday, February 9th from 6-10pm we are proud to present the art of Nychole ”Nikki” Owens, Demar Douglas & John Barge III.

“WE JOURNEY – A Black History Month Art Exhibit”

They will all be displaying BRAND NEW works. Nikki has been working tirelessly on some of the most amazing works she has done so far. Demar has been digging deep and has a few new pieces that we won’t even see until we hang them. John has a studio full of work he is relentless finishing in time for this show. This is a very special show and you will not want to miss it.

Three local artists…one night. Their art will remain up for the duration of the month and most pieces will be for sale (prints are available as well). Come out meet the artists.

Collector’s Night (Last Saturday Art Walk)

We will close our show with a very special “Collector’s Night” on Saturday, February 23, 2013 (Last Saturday) at 7PM.

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Bernard Roberts | Private Collection

Sunday, February 17, 2013 | 2PM to 5PM

We are honored to have with us in the LOFT, Boxing trainer and artifact collector, Bernard Roberts. A celebratory yet difficult look into Black American History.

Bernard has been collecting unique items for years and has graciously opened his collection of signed books, art, photographs and more to display in the LOFT.

His unique collection of books, artifacts, images and memorabilia promises to challenge us and solemnly look into our past as we press towards our future.

Many of these items are extremely rare and are not publicly on display.

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Matanah Simmons of RAWlistic Living

RAWlistic Living, a living lifestyle company who provides a variety of services to consumers looking to live more Organically, will be offering a series of “New Year, New You” Workshops for the community. These workshops will take place at The Loft in Downtown Pomona’s Historic Arts Colonies.

Saturday, January 5, 2013 at 2pm, RAWlistic Living will provide a FREE “Introduction to the Plant-Based Diet” workshop addressing common questions about the Vegetarian and Vegan diets. Participants will learn about what the diet entails, the nutritional factors and how it ultimately can affect overall health. Email Matanah Simmons at RAWlisticLiving@gmail.com to reserve a seat.

Sunday, January 6, 2013 at 2pm, RAWlistic Living will provide a hands-on workshop entitled: “Demystifying the Plant-Based Diet” which will include general information, as well as food demonstrations, recipes, tastings, as well as tips on how to live more organically on a budget. RAWlistic is extending an introductory price for this workshop at $25. CLICK HERE to secure your seat.

“Living a Vegan or Vegetarian lifestyle has sort of become a lifestyle synonymous with certain classes or tax-brackets. To have access to fresh, organic, affordable whole foods is a necessity for ALL Living beings. This is why we decided to provide a free workshop for the community,” says RAWlistic Founder, Matanah Simmons.

The RAWlistic Living workshop on Sunday, January 6th, includes general and specialized classes centered around the plant-based diet which includes food demonstrations, recipes, tastings as well as tips on how to live more organically on a budget. These paid workshops help to finance the free workshops. Simmons continues, “I think it is very important to reach the community and provide alternatives to the mainstream Western diet that is leaving Americans obese, diseased and looking for homeostasis.”

To learn more about RAWlistic Living, the Free “New Year, New You” Workshops, or how to donate to this community offering, please contact: (909) 231-7903 or visit Facebook.com/RAWlisticLiving.

These workshops are great for anyone looking to incorporate healthier meals into their diet.

You don’t have to Go Vegetarian, but it is time to Go get Healthy in 2013!

Take advantage, and we’ll see you there!

Photographer Kerry Sawyers of Move Me Photography caught some great shots…here’s a few that we just loved.

For more info on reserving the Loft for your upcoming life event, art show, workshop, photo/film shoot contact us.

To see more of Agnes’ photos…click here.

Saturday Morning from 9:30-11:30AM, the folks at Like Minded will be getting together for their monthly UNITE meeting. Young dreamers and entrepreneurs coming together with the common goal of living out their purpose in their world. They will be accepting new toys and children’s books to give away for the holidays. Justin Sapp, founder of Like Minded, will be speaking and inspiring the group.

The energy, focus, and physical nature of UNITE meetings are one of a kind. Participants will have no choice but to leave empowered, encouraged, and connected.

*It is the policy of LM to welcome everyone to UNITE without regards to appearance, religion, race, national origin, gender, or sexual orientation.

POTTERY PARTY

Saturday, December 15th, from 5 to 10PM, The LOFT by Chara Nicole hosts The Pottery Party by Isabella Hackerman.

Isabella Hackerman began creating unique pottery pieces at the age of fourteen in a Claremont High School ceramics class. She went on to study at Cal Poly University and later with a private studio. She is a gifted young artist and we are honored to host her for this one night only sale. This is not only an exhibit of her maturity in ceramics, particularly in the arena of porcelain and sculpture, but also an end of the year Pottery Party.

Come out and celebrate with Isabella. She is displaying near to one hundred pieces, all priced to sell. To see some of her unique pieces, visit her Pinterest at pinterest.com/isabellalarose.

A SPECIAL BIRTHDAY

We are proud to be hosting the first birthday of one of our newest members to the Pomona Arts Colony, little Agnes. This private party will surely be the talk of all kids. Happy birthday Agnes!

Come out and celebrate with Isabella. She is displaying near to one hundred pieces, all priced to sell. To see some of her unique pieces, visit her Pinterest at pinterest.com/isabellalarose.

The Pottery Party is on Saturday, December 15th, from 5 to 10PM. Located upstairs in the M&M Electric Building at The LOFT by Chara Nicole.