“For most of history, man has had to fight nature to survive; in this century he is beginning to realize that, in order to survive, he must protect it.” – Jacques-Yves Cousteau As nature photographers with an emphasis on the ocean and marine wildlife, we spend a lot of time on the ocean. The earth’s […]
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Using Art to Create Emotion
We underestimate the impact that our surroundings have on us. The clutter, emptiness and everything in-between, all change how we move and respond in our space. Have you ever noticed how your body responds to visual stimulation? We feel happier when we see a reminder of pleasant memories, relaxed when we see landscapes, or pain […]
Read MoreArt as Your Design Inspiration
Sometimes a room is just uninspiring and we don’t know how to break free from the “blah”. Other times we just want a change but don’t want to buy a whole new room. Art can be the inspiration you need! Take a room with a neutral color palette, add a piece of art, and pull […]
Read MoreArt as the Finishing Touch in Your Space
Most of us don’t have the luxury of creating a room all at once. We often piece it together, incorporating heirloom pieces, unexpected treasures, and functional purchases. How do you make all of these pieces feel like they belong? Art. Wall art has the unique ability to tie a room together, incorporating all the little […]
Read More“Ocean Blues” Exhibit
Ventura ArtWalk October 6 & 7th Join us in Downtown Ventura for a complete weekend of festivities celebrating the art community in Ventura, California. Our art exhibit features the ocean inspired photography of Steve Munch and Stephanie Hogue. From dreamy seascapes to crashing waves and everything in between, the collection captures the many moods and […]
Read MoreFocal Point- Transform your space
We often underestimate the importance of a focal point in a space. I like to say it is similar to the flow of a conversation. When you enter a room something needs to “speak” to you first. It should be the boldest, the loudest and set the tone for all that follows. If you don’t […]
Read MoreBreathtaking Moments in the Camargue
“Moments that take your breath away”… As a photographer, this is what I live for. I recently was so fortunate to get to travel to the south of France and join a small group of photographers on a weekend filled with awe inspiring and breathtaking beauty. I was immediately enamored with their powerful beauty and […]
Read More“Horses of the Camargue” – Arts & Eats Downtown Ventura- Art Reception
For July’s Arts & Eats reception, photographer, Stephanie Hogue will be here to share images from her latest project, “The Horses of the Camargue”. The marshlands of the Camargue in southern France, provide an exquisite backdrop for this ancient breed of horses. Experience this world through her eyes and discover their majestic and ethereal beauty. […]
Read More“Community Strong” Arts & Eats Jan 20, 2018
Join us this Saturday for our “Community Strong” show celebrating this wonderful place that we call home. Saturday, January 20, 2018 6-8pm. 401 E. Main St Ventura, CA All Ventura and Two Trees poster sales will be donated to the #ThomasFireFund During the event we will be announcing the donation amount raised from our 2018 […]
Read More“Community Strong”
In the last few weeks, our community has been rocked with a devastating fire and heartbreaking mudslide. This place that we call home looks very different, and it feels very different. We have a unique niche- part art, and part heart. When our Latitudes Family stops by now, we ask for their status update and […]
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