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Art opening 10/9 at Casa Romantica: surf artist Kevin Short
The artist is nationally acclaimed for his paintings of coastal habitats and surf culture
On October 9, Casa Romantica opens a month-long solo exhibition of paintings and prints by Kevin Short, a Coastal Regionalist painter whose studies of coastal habitats and surf culture have earned him national acclaim and a reputation as a "gutsy colorist" by critics such as Jean Stern (Executive Director of The Irvine Collection of California art).
Short’s paintings and prints are like love letters to the California coastline, exemplifying how artists can draw attention to land use and preservation. An avid surfer, Short frequently depicts the surfing subculture in his subject matter. His landscapes and slice-of-life scenes are vibrant with energetic, out-of-the-tube color.
Opening reception information
When: Tuesday, October 9 @ 6-8 PM
Where: Art Gallery at Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens
Who: Kevin Short, American painter and printmaker
Details: Artist will be present • Complimentary wine and cheese Entry to Open Casa: Kevin Short is free on the night of the opening reception. Afterward, entry is free with general admission to Casa Romantica ($5 for ages 13 and up, free for ages 0-12).