As a furniture and cabinet builder with little prior public exposure to my work, I was gratified and excited when the Forest and Ocean Gallery agreed to represent me. They've been more than generous with their time, provided prominent placement of my furniture and accessories, and responded with enthusiasm for new pieces I've brought in. I've found that the veteran artists who are also represented have been supportive and encouraging, and the tireless efforts of Ludo and Cheyne to promote and showcase each of us has already resulted in sales of my work, and the opportunity to meet many prospective buyers.
The gallery's prominent corner location, and regularly sponsored events constantly attracts serious and discriminating buyers who like what they see, and buy what they see.
The carefully selected and displayed mix of fine art is an excellent example of what the Laguna Beach creative community...
Read moreForest Ocean Gallery is the most active gallery in Laguna Beach with fine art representing some of Southern California's best talent mixing Plein air painting with sculpture, photography, mixed media and oil painting. The gallery owner brings his extensive experience as a designer and working artist to curate interesting exhibitions which also involve local community issues and events. This is a marvelous, active gallery pulling together many assets of the community in the...
Read moreRead moreThe evolution of this gallery over the last five years is astonishing: now a serious art source, and fun place! Artists are diverse, conversant, and clearly talented. However my highest praise is for the owner and his assistant: personable people while still being professional. As a collector 30 yrs, I'm both knowledgeable AND impressed by what this gallery has...