FOREST
& OCEAN GALLERY EXPANSION ALLOWS EXPANSION FOR CURATED ARTIST PROGRAMS
New
Artist Spotlight Series to Highlight Artists
Elizabeth Attenborough, Bill Kasper, and Cheyne Walls
LAGUNA BEACH, CA – Forest &
Ocean is pleased to announce the expansion of their gallery in downtown Laguna
Beach. The new showroom will nearly triple the gallery's previous location with
the recent acquisition of the property next door, formerly CES Contemporary.
In addition to bringing in new
artists over the next few months, the space allows Forest & Ocean Gallery to
include an area dedicated to a new monthly exhibit showcasing the talent of
their artists. This new series will kick off with glassblower and sculptor Bill
Kasper and photographers Elizabeth Attenborough and Cheyne Walls. The
exhibition will run from December 14 - January 12 with artwork available for purchase. The
public is invited to a reception with the artists on Saturday, December 21,
2013 from 6 - 9pm for unveiling of new artwork, discussion, and refreshments.
“We’re
very excited for this opportunity to not only increase the number of artists on
display, but to highlight their exceptional talent,” said Forest & Ocean
Gallery owner Ludo Leideritz.
“The community can expect more unique artwork, special events, meeting venues and
rotating exhibits from us in the future.”
About the Artists
While pursuing a successful
career as a commercial photographer specializing in fashion and music, Elizabeth Attenborough has methodically
nurtured her vision in digital photography into its’ present tense highlighting
her deep personal connection to sea and sky. Born in Alberta, Canada; raised in
Portsmouth, New Hampshire; and educated at Boston University and New England
School of Photography, Elizabeth has traveled the world in her work with
world-renowned rock and jazz musicians. Her work has been the cover art for
platinum selling CDs and has been featured in fashion magazines around the
globe. Her travels have always included time for personal exploration with her
camera and those experiences have not only yielded exceptional subject matter
but have sharpened her focus for artistic opportunities at home in Laguna
Beach, California.
Bill Kasper, an artist who has worked in pen and ink, oils, glass, metals,
bronze and stone for more than 40 years, today concentrates his time creating
one-of-a-kind sculpture and jewelry. Bill is well known for unusual use of
layers of color on different shapes to create decorative bowls, vases, tumblers,
clamshells and more. His sculptural works integrating his blown glass with
various materials including wood, iron, and metals add a new dimension to
interior spaces. Bill’s etched and stained glass windows, lamps and doors are
found in many restaurants, casinos, offices, private residences and commercial
locations throughout the country.
Cheyne Walls grew up in Southern California spending extensive time outside at
local beaches and nearby mountains and deserts. After graduating from Brooks
Institute of Photography in Santa Barbara, Cheyne began working for Motor Trend
Magazine catapulting him into the world of automotive photography and later
securing a position with one of the industry’s top firms. Traveling worldwide
on photo shoots, he fell in love with the earth’s diverse landscapes and architecture. Backpacking through
Europe and traveling through the US, Cheyne captures breath taking vistas and
majestic images of Mother Nature. Dedicated to presenting long lasting and high
quality work, Cheyne prints all his own photographs using only the finest
natural materials.
