ART WALK: The Art of Movement

When many of our visitors think of ART, they may think of paintings, drawings and sculpture. Many of them think of ART as a visual item to be hung over the mantle or displayed on the coffee table. We are pleased to focus this month’s “Student Art” exhibit on the ART of Movement. This is a ONE NIGHT ONLY show and will be full of energy and life. Don’t miss it.

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.

Healthy Eating in the New Year

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!