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ArtWalk Ventura 2016 – “MonoChrome and Metal”

ArtWalk 2016 in Downtown Ventura Oct. 1st & 2nd


Stephanie Hogue and Steve Munch display dramatic and dynamic photographic images stripped down to a monochromatic palette of tones and texture. Enjoy a journey of unexpected visual surprises!
Latitudes Fine Art Gallery
401 E. Main St
Ventura, CA 93001
Saturday Oct 1st 11am-7pm
Sunday Oct 2nd: noon-5pm
805-642-5257
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If you love art, you won’t want to miss ArtWalk Ventura 2016. And our new dates return the event to fall, when Ventura’s weather is perfect.
Entering its 24nd year, Artwalk Ventura is a totally-fun, virtually-free, self-guided tour of dozens of galleries, studios, pop-up venues and transformed PODS Containers in Ventura’s Westside Cultural District and historic Downtown.
One of Ventura’s signature events, which draws thousands of people every year,
it is now being run by an all-volunteer group who are determined to keep it fresh and festive.
Explore our site. Get involved. And, most of all, join us and celebrate Ventura’s thriving arts community!latitudes-6

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Arts & Eats Downtown Ventura

Arts & Eats September 17th, 2016
Downtown Ventura

Visit Downtown Ventura, Saturday, September 17th, for the inaugural Arts & Eats!

Stroll Main Street and visit openings at three Art Galleries, and sample bites at three shops along the way!

Note all events are from 6pm – 8pm,
except Fox Fine Jewelry and Latitudes, which is 6pm – 8:30pm

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Latitudes Fine Art Gallery

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“Endless Summer Collection”

Photographic Art of Steve Munch and Stephanie Hogue
401 E. Main Street


Fox Fine Jewelry

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Fox Fine Jewelry
Art by Norman Kirk

560 E. Main Street
http://www.foxfinejewelry.com/event/article/arts-eats/


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Eats
576 E. Main Street
http://spice-topia.com/


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Eats
586 E. Main Street
https://www.facebook.com/Jimmys-Slice-129847233829533/


Gallery V

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Walt & Steve Dibblee
Plein Air Artist Preshow
540 E. Main Street
Info: http://bit.ly/2cChhz9


Vom Fass
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Eats
451 E. Main Street
https://www.facebook.com/VomFassVentura/

First Friday Ventura- June 3rd Exhibit- “Oceans Alive”

In honor of World Oceans Day, on June 8th, we are highlighting some of our favorite marine life images, to bring awareness to these fantastic creatures. Sea Lions, Sea Stars, Pelicans, Dolphins, Orcas, Gray and Humpback whales are just a few of the diverse animals that live right off our Ventura County shores. We will also be featuring our underwater sound and video footage. The “Oceans Alive” featured exhibit will start on First Friday, June 3, and be on display all month long.

First Friday Ventura Exhibit
Opening Reception
Friday, June 3, 2016 from 6pm-9pm.

Latitudes Fine Art Gallery
401 E. Main St.
Ventura, CA 93001
805-642-5257
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Desert Beauty

This winter I made a couple of trips out to the desert. As a photographer, it is always so inspiring to change your scenery now and then for a boost of inspiration. The desert definitely delivered!! I love the otherworldly landscapes, shapes, textured and color palettes. Joshua Tree was the first stop which was expansive and amazing. I enjoyed the cholla cactus garden and winding roads through the variety of landscapes. It was a quick trip but it motivated me to plan to come again and explore more in depth with some hiking and camping next time.

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Fine Art Handcrafted Wood Prints- Photos on Wood

Looking for that perfect piece of art for your wall? Has your wall been empty for too long because you just cannot find the right thing? Latitudes artists Stephanie Hogue and Steve Munch have created something super special with their photography: Handcrafted Wood Prints. Because they are handmade by Steve’s brother, wood artist, Michael Munch, each one is a unique art piece. The wood grain and carved edges add a rustic and textured quality to the photograph. This special printing technique also adds a painterly effect to the image, often leaving the viewer to wonder if it is a photograph or a painting. Latitudes Handcrafted Wood Prints are really something special and will be the perfect conversation piece on your wall. They can be made in all sizes from small 12″x18″ up to 48″x72″ as the largest. Browse our images online and just give us a call to get your wood piece started!! 805-642-5257

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Mother Whale and Mother Dolphin Introduce Their Babies

Beautiful aerial drone footage of two new mothers introducing their precious babies!
Captured just of the coast of Po’ipu, Kauai in March of 2016, by Steve Munch, an environmental photographer based on the island of Kauai. Each year he photographs and videos the humpbacks visiting Kauai. He had been carefully observing this new mother for a couple of days. On this special morning, she had her new baby and this curious dolphin mother who had also been staying close by, couldn’t wait to have the two meet.
Watch closely as the interaction is fascinating. The whale sounds were recorded the next day in the same area as this video was captured.

First Friday in Downtown Ventura- April 1, 2016

“Ocean Blues”

April exhibit:  April 1, 2016-April 30, 2016

Join us at Latitudes Fine Art Gallery for an opening reception of “Ocean Blues”
For the month of April, Latitudes will be featuring the ocean inspired exhibit called “Ocean Blue’s”. This special exhibit highlights the many moods of the ocean with its ever changing beauty. In conjunction with Earth Day on April 22, we will be promoting awareness and celebrating the power and importance of our oceans. Environmental photographers Steve Munch and Stephanie Hogue are dedicated to showcasing its beauty to inspire fascination and connection. With connection and awareness comes education and compassion. Though massive and powerful, our oceans are extremely delicate and impacted by our actions. Real change can happen when people are inspired.

OPENING: Friday April 1st, 2016
5pm-9pm
Latitudes Fine Art Gallery
Downtown Ventura
401 E. Main St
Ventura, CA 93001
805-642-5257

“The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.”
Jacques Cousteau

 

Champagne on Main- April 16, 2016

SPRING STREET FAIR / 11 AM – 6:30 PM / FREE
Start your day with the Spring Street Fair starting at 11 am on the 300, 400 & 500 block of Main Street with vendors and live entertainment. Shop local artists, crafters, non-profit organizations, and commercial vendors. The street fair and entertainment are FREE and open to the public starting at 11 am! More
CHAMPAGNE ON MAIN / WINE WALK / 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
At 3:00 pm, the Champagne on Main Wine Walk gets started! The Champagne on Main Wine Walk will showcase Champagne, Sparkling Wines, and Craft Beer sampling in your favorite downtown businesses. Each guest will receive a Champagne on Main Wine Walk wristband, tasting cup and a map of the participating tasting sites throughout Downtown Ventura. Each tasting site will have a designated area set up for Champagne on Main Wine Walk guests to sample! Champagne, Sparkling Wines, and Craft Beer sampling tasting will end at 6:00 pm.LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
Live entertainment will fill the streets as you stroll through the Spring Street Fair until 6:30 PM. Come enjoy Spring in Downtown Ventura!Event will go on rain or shine!

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Feeling Lucky

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Every day we are grateful. We feel lucky to live in such a beautiful community full of amazing people and breathtaking surroundings. We are certainly spoiled! We are reminded how incredible our city is, every time visitors come in and gasp at the images on our walls. We are lucky enough to be like a little “Best of Ventura” exhibit, and are honored when residents bring out of town guests to our gallery first, before taking them around town. We have the best Latitudes Family! They stop by to just say “Hi” and walk through regularly to soak in a bit of the mellow Latitudes energy. We love being a favorite hot spot and to top it off, we get to do what we love!

This month we will be focusing on gratitude and highlighting some of our favorite “Lucky Shots” and green color palette images. First Friday, March 4th, marks the start of our exhibit and it will continue to be on display all month long.

As an added bonus, we will be holding a “Favorite Lucky Shot” contest! Our collection of Lucky Latitudes images will be posted on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17th. Simply share your favorite from the collection, say why it is your favorite, and tag us in the share, for a chance to win a 13”x19” matted print (a $65 value). It is that simple. Winner will be selected randomly on March 31st. Are you feeling lucky?

 

Ventura Chamber Mix at Latitudes

Join Latitudes Fine Art Gallery and the Ventura Chamber of Commerce for a fun evening of networking at our gallery in downtown Ventura. We will be hosting the monthly networking and social event from 5:30 pm-7:00pm. Light refreshments and live music will make for a fun time after work. Stop by!!

When: Thursday, February 25, 2016
Where: Latitudes Fine Art Gallery 401 E. Main St. Ventura, CA 93001
Who: Ventura Chamber of Commerce MIX Event
RSVP appreciated…. but showing up is fine too!
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