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Breathtaking 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 playful curiosity. This ancient breed of horses are semi wild but cared for by the guardians (cowboys) who dedicate their lives to these amazing creatures. It was so special to observe the relationships between the horses and also the bonds with the guardians.

After galloping through the water they would take breaks by playfully rolling in the sand, or soaking up the sunshine as the salt water dried on their glistening coats. Other more curious horses would come up close, nudging for a scratch or give us a little nibble. They are known for their intelligence, agility and stamina.

There were lots of foals… ready and eager to get in on the fun. The babies are born a darker color and lighten as they get older.

Being marshland, it was best to dress for deep water so we could get in close. One misstep and that would be the end of my camera gear.

This guy had a sense of humor and enjoyed sneaking up and tugging on my scarf when I wasn’t watching!

Images are available now in the Ventura, California, gallery and on the website.

Join us for an opening reception for this new collection:

July 21, 2018
6-8pm
Light Refreshments
Latitudes Fine Art Gallery
401 E. Main St.
Ventura, CA 93001
805-642-5257

Introducing Metal!

The Latitudes family is thrilled to announce the introduction of our newest medium, metal. It is visually comparable to acrylic, is long lasting under various conditions, durable, and looks great with water and wave shots.

Koloa Landing, a beautiful resort and spa located in Poipu, Kauai chose to enhance the walls of their high end resort with local photographic art from Steve and Stephanie. Steve Munch and Stephanie Hogue, owners of Latitudes Fine Art Gallery, have a secondary gallery located in the Kukui’ula Village.

Let our images take you on a journey throughout time and space. Across the ocean and back.

https://koloalandingresort.com/

Kauai Corner Celebration with Steve & Stephanie!

Aloha! We are excited to announce the newest addition to our gallery;

The Kauai Corner

A Latitudes party would not be complete without Steve Munch and as a special treat he’s flying in from Kauai!

Join us for light refreshments and snacks

Saturday, December 10th from 6-9pm

Looking forward to seeing our Latitudes family,

Mahalo

What will you find at Latitudes this season?

Now that the hustle of the Thanksgiving holiday weekend has passed, it’s time to settle in and enjoy time with family and friends. We are looking forward to “finding our” bliss this year by balancing passion and fun.

We are so excited to share our newest item with you!Due to the success of our last photo tote bag, we set out to blow our Latitudes Family away with our newest version. So far it has rave reviews- we hope you love it too!

Find your cheer!

Ventura’s annual Holiday Street Fair and Winter Wine Walk is this Saturday, December 3rd. It is Ventura’s “can’t miss” event of the year! Each year we are in awe of the crowds that fill our little gallery and the excitement is electric.The Holiday Street Fair begins at noon and is free to the public through 8pm. Enjoy handcrafted products, live entertainment, and there’s even a rumor of snowfall from 6:45pm-8pm.Winter Wine Walk starts at 4pm and we are overjoyed to host Casa Barranca Organic Winery for the second year in a row. Don’t forget to stop by Latitudes, to sample their fantastic sulfite-free wines and say hello to our team. The Wine Walk features world class wines and craft beer. Purchase your tickets here now- they sell out before the event.

Looking forward to sharing the season with all of you.

Holiday Fun and Gift Ideas!!

It was fun meeting fresh faces and welcoming back loyal Latitudes customers at the new Arts & Eats event held in downtown Ventura this past Saturday, November 19th. We hope you will join us next time! To stay updated on future events, follow us on Instagram and like us on Facebook.
We will be closed Thursday, November 24th for Thanksgiving! Wishing you a Happy Holiday from the Latitudes Family!

Black Friday special! This weekend only!

Receive a FREE poster of your choice
with any purchase over $75 dollars!

We will be open Friday & Saturday from 10am-9pm and Sunday from 10am-6pm.

If you’re out shopping Black Friday and Small Business Saturday, here are some great gift ideas you can pick up at Latitudes!

Latitudes Posters: Two Trees and Ventura

Latitudes Posters: Your choice of Two Trees or Ventura….FREE with any purchase of $75 or more.

NEW!!! Ventura tote bags….perfect for your groceries!! $14.95 each

Latitudes Coffee Table Book $49.95 Gallery Only Special!

Tile Coaster – “Sand Stars” $14.95

Artistic Adventures – Hawaii Volcano

Your inside scoop on the stories behind the images. Tag along with Stephanie Hogue and Steve Munch as they capture the moments that take our breath away.

As I was flying into The Kona, my excitement grew at the chance to see flowing lava from the Kilauea Volcano. It didn’t take long until I was on the foot trail to the point of entry, where the lava was rumored to be flowing heavy.

As I passed visitors making their way back up the trail, I could gather by their body language that I was about to see something very special. After rounding the final corner of a long 2 mile hike, I could see the steam plumes rising high into the blue Hawaiian sky. Walking through the lava field the heat is the first thing I encountered.

Within minutes I was in the presence of actively flowing lava and standing on the edge marveling at the power and beauty of what is the ongoing creation of an Island. I spent the next few hours observing, enjoying, and appreciating the opportunity to be this close to nature’s most powerful force.

~ Steve Munch 2016

Arts & Eats – November 19th, 2016

Enjoy a brisk autumn evening with the entire family in historic downtown Ventura! This Saturday, November 19th from 6-9pm, stroll through a handful of galleries while grabbing tasty little bites along the way. Specialty treats will be offered from Jimmy’s Slice, Saloon BBQ Co., SpiceTopia, and Vom Fass with visually stimulating art displayed by Buenaventura Gallery, Fox Fine Jewelry, Latitudes Fine Art Gallery, and Very Ventura. Don’t miss out on this special event!

ArtWalk Ventura- Social Media Swag!

This weekend during ArtWalk Ventura, share your love for Latitudes and snag some swag!

Stroll down Main Street on Saturday October 1st & Sunday October 2nd from noon-7pm, and enjoy one of Ventura’s signature events with dozens of galleries, studios, and pop up venues in historic Downtown.

Stop by and get some Latitudes Love! We are giving away a variety of prizes to our Latitudes Family including, our new logo tees and super secret- limited edition tiles.

Simply log into your favorite social media account, check in, review, tag yourself, or snap a selfie with Stephanie. She will also be available for book signing from noon-4pm!

See our ArtWalk Collection- Metal & Monochrome. On display now!

@Latitudesphoto

#Latitudesphoto #LatitudesFineArt

#showyourlatitudes #findyours #latitudeslove

Hot Item – Artisan Wood Prints for the Wall!

We just had to share this awesome new Artisan Wood Print we created for a client’s wall! It is a 4’x6′ custom built, hand carved wood piece printed with one of our favorite photographs: “Good Life”. This will be a spectacular piece on their wall and create a wonderfully relaxing vibe.

Visit our website here to see more beautiful Artisan Wood Pieces we have created.
Cali love is too!

Artisan Wood Print “Good Life”

5 Fresh Fall Finds on Main Street Ventura

5 Fresh Fall Finds on Main Street

It’s that time of year again where we all bundle up and embrace the coziness that the fall season brings. Family and friends gather and we prepare our homes for entertaining. Our in-house interior design consultant, Tasha Cleaveland has rounded up 5 Fresh Fall Finds on Main Street to help get you and your home ready for the holiday season.

Find your fall muse with Latitudes’ new Mini Metals in 8″x12″. They can be placed on a stand or on the wall. Make a collection or let one steal the show. With a great price point, it’s just the right piece to freshen up your space with a new modern look. To prepare for all those guest’s glasses on your tables don’t forget to check out Latitudes’ natural stone photo coasters. They’re wow with purpose!

Latitudes Fine Art Gallery: 401 E. Main Street

805.642.5257

http://www.latitudesfineart.com/

This oversized chair from TLC Houseware has a richly textured chenille fabric in a fall color palette. A quick and easy update to your space that just begs to curl up in.

TLC Houseware: 369 E. Main Street

805.643.3377

http://www.tlchousewares.net/

We can’t get enough of Plum’s charming “Giving Plate”. Use it and create your own special memories, then write your name on the back, and pass it on. It’s a gift that truly keeps on giving.

Plum
420 E. Main Street
(805)641-0113
http://www.shopplumgifts.com/

These unique pumpkins from Beautiful Day are a great fall accent with their real curling stems and soft velour fabric. So fun!

Beautiful Day
201 E. Main Street
(805)667-9252

https://www.facebook.com/A-Beautiful-Day-Productions-323917551294/

We Olive has the perfect hostess gift, their seasonal olive oil blend “Sweet Sangria Balsamic”. In fact grab a second bottle for your own holiday cooking. It’s that delicious!

We Olive: 294 E. Main Street

805.648.6166

http://weolive.com/ventura/

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

Latitudes Gallery

Art Galleries in Ventura, California & Poipu, Kauai, featuring the collections of Steve Munch and Stephanie Hogue.

Tag Archives: Latitudes Fine Art Gallery

Breathtaking Moments in the Camargue

Join us for an opening reception for this new collection:

Introducing Metal!