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Laguna Beach At Sunset, Video Captured By Famed Artist, Wyland

Watch this moment of tranquility in Laguna Beach brought to you by Wyland, marine artist, muralist, and sculptor.

Laguna Beach at Sunset - captured by many, but none as beautiful as this video by marine artist, Wyland.
Laguna Beach at Sunset - captured by many, but none as beautiful as this video by marine artist, Wyland. (Melinda Brower, Photo)

LAGUNA BEACH, CA —There is a tradition on the California coastline. As the sun sinks into that swath of deep marine blue, residents and visitors alike pause to watch and even applaud the nightly event.

In Laguna Beach, artist Wyland captured the sight on this video, sharing his perspective with fans across the world as to what makes Laguna Beach so unique.

"I am so happy I moved here and opened my studio gallery," Wyland said on Instagram.

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In 2020, Wyland Galleries will have its 42nd anniversary. This year has been a banner year for the artist, who recently recreated his original mural on a blank wall between Hotel Laguna and the Wyland Gallery.

In September, over 1,000 people came to commemorate the mural once again, taking its rightful place below the art studio. Local dignitaries Mayor Bob Whalen, the Laguna Beach City Council, and Hotel Laguna Beach owner Mo Honarkar were on hand to witness the reveal.

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"Mo Honarkar generously allowed me to re-paint my original mural after it was whitewashed by the previous owner," Wyland said on Instagram. "It was a magical night for sure and great to see everyone enjoying themselves. I certainly did."

Wyland's art gallery is located at 509 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach.

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