New Exhibit To Launch At Laguna Art Museum: What To Know

LAGUNA BEACH, CA — A new exhibit is on display at Laguna Art Museum, and residents can get a look at Latest and Greatest: New Artworks at Laguna Art Museum starting Aug. 17.

The exhibition marks a significant milestone in the museum's history, organizers said, as it showcases nearly 50 recently acquired works that reflect the museum's dedication to preserving and promoting California's artistic legacy.

"We are incredibly excited to welcome these new works of art into our collection, thanks to the generosity of our donors,” Julie Perlin Lee, Executive Director of Laguna Art Museum, said in a news release. “These acquisitions allow us to expand our educational efforts, offering fresh perspectives and interpretations that will engage visitors of all ages, for years to come. The ongoing work of collecting is not just about preserving art; it’s about making cultural treasures accessible to all and enriching the lives of those who experience them."

The collection spans over a century of artistic achievement and includes works by renowned artists such as Millard Owen Sheets, Woods Davy, Roger Kuntz, Astrid Preston and more.

Highlights of the exhibition include John Humble's SUNDAY MORNING series, a set of seven photographs that form a mini-exhibition within the larger show, organizers said.

The exhibition also marks the first-time inclusion of works by artists such as John Frost, Grace Carpenter Hudson, Malerie Marder, Patrick Wilson, Rosson Crow and many more.

The opening reception for Latest and Greatest will be held at the museum on October 19 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. For more information on museum hours and prices, visit Laguna Art Museum's website.