Cottage Living Photograph's Stacy McCallum of Pixie Dust Decor!


What better way to return from vacation than straight to a photoshoot with the ever-fabulous Shelly Strazis?! She is the master behind a ton of Cottage Living's great photos and an expert at getting the right shot (even if she has to lean out windows, perched in a tree with the sprinklers going off!).
She recently shot Stacy McCallum of Pixie Dust Decor for Cottage Living's inspiring column - Cottage Industry. We'll let you know when it hits newsstands!

2008 Art House - Art of Life Series - Calendar of Events


2008 Art House Comes Alive with the “Art of Life” Series

Daily Lectures and Demonstrations from Artists and Designers on Artful Living
September 13 - 20


The 2008 Art House – “Art of Life” Schedule is as follows:
Saturday, September 13:
11 AM How to Showcase Your Art: From Selection to Display – David E. Kelly, David E. Kelly Interiors
12 PM The Art of Great Sleep: The Craftsmanship of Building a Great Bed – Custom Comfort Mattress
2 PM The Art of Jewelry Design – Mimi Kim, Mimi Kim Jewelry
3 PM The Art of Chocolate – Diana Phillips, Artisan Chocolatier

Sunday, September 14:
11 AM Meet Jessie Godderz of CBS’s Big Brother 10Healthy Living: 101
1 PM The Inspiration Behind Chateau de l'Eau - Michael Schrock (He will also take
people on a behind the scences tour)
2 PM Framing the Piece: Choosing the Correct Frame for your Artwork – David E. Kelly, David E. Kelly Interiors

Wednesday, September 17:
3 PM Tips from an Expert: How to Make Your Photos Look Like a Professional – John L. Blom
4 PM Best of Washington Wines – Hosted by Ste. Michelle Wine Estates

Thursday, September 18:
10 AM-2 PM Plein Air Artistry – Learn what Plein Air is, meet the artists and watch them create!

Friday, September 19:
1 PM The Art of Jewelry Design – Mimi Kim, Mimi Kim Jewelry
3 PM The Art of Great Sleep: The Craftsmanship of Building a Great Bed – Custom Comfort Mattress
4 PM The Art of the Cocktail – Hosted by Kai Vodka

Saturday, September 20:
12 PM The Art of Chocolate Sculpting - hands on class taught by MJ Lachica of Downey's Artisanal our Chocolate Sculptor
1 PM The Man Behind the Artist: Nathan Fischer’s Personal Stories of Art & Inspiration
2 PM Selecting Gallery Artists: Science, Art and Alchemy – Diana Cook/Diana Ferrone Gallery & Fine Art Consulting


Tickets to the 2008 Art House are $10 per person (Children 12 and under are free) and may be purchased by calling 949.862.1133 and will be available for purchase at the door during the 8-day public tour. For additional information about daily events and the various evening galas held at Art House visit www.OrangeCoastArtHouse.com.

Orange Coast Magazine's Pet Guide on KABC

Jane Monreal of KABC recently went on a tour with Rose Medlock of Orange Coast magazine to visit pet friendly desitinations around Orange County.

Talking about Orange Coast's Pet Guide (August 2008 Issue) and visiting spots like the Wyndham Hotel, The Island Hotel and Three Dog Bakery, Jane also interviewed Len Cain of dogfriendly.com

Check out the whole story here.

http://abclocal.go.com/kabc/story?section=news/local&id=6321413

Terra Tee Project Preview's First Tee-Shirt


Give gifts that give back. Check.
Going green this holiday. Check.

No matter what your check list is this holiday, we thought you would like to get a PREVIEW of the all-new Terra Tee Project.

The Terra Tee Project, an organic T-shirt company with a global mission, will soon announce the debut of its environmentally-minded t-shirt line.

With the purchase of each Terra Tee, a donation will be made to one of several charities dedicated to improving our quality of life on this planet - from cleaning up the air and water to protecting the animals and the earth. The debut collection will feature four t-shirt designs in styles for men and women, one for earth, air (pictured), water and life.

With a hint of retro and a nod to sophisticated artist design, each tee was inspired by California’s miles of picturesque coastline, wild meadows, and blue skies, and will be made right here in the USA of organic cotton.

The product of the long-time dream of a gal-on-the-go and mother of two, the Terra Tee Project was created by Jennifer Capaci as an extension of her commitment to leaving a living legacy for future generations.

Look for the launch of the complete debut collection in early fall.

Top 10 Lux Lifestyle Gifts from TO Media Co Clients


No matter what the occasion from holiday gifts to hostess gifts, who wouldn't want these fabulous items on our Top 10 Luxe Lifestyle Gifts.
Here are the links to Kristine Taft Jewelry, Halsea, Prezents Inc., bettershelter and Land Rover Jaguar Anaheim Hills (Goddess Golf Bags willbe coming soon!):

2008 Art House Presented By Orange Coast Magazine


65 ARTISTS.
29 ROOMS.
1 MAGNIFICENT ART HOUSE.


Celebrate the Art of Living in Orange County


You’ve done the Home Tours and the Open Houses, been through countless showcase homes, but you have never experienced a house like this.

On September 13, 2008, all five senses will come alive when the doors to Château de l’Eau open to reveal the first-ever 2008 Art House presented by Orange Coast, a celebration of art, design and architecture created to embrace and inspire and provide support and funding for local arts education. This unprecedented 8 day event, incorporating five evening soirées, is made possible through the collaborative efforts of Cuvée Estates, Covenant Hills at Ladera Ranch, the Capistrano Unified School District Foundation (CUSD), and Orange Coast.

From contemporary art to Plein Air landscapes, fine photography to sculptures, the 2008 Art House will be a comprehensive installation of mediums and techniques used by artists in and around Orange County. Visitors to Art House will have ample opportunity to roam at their leisure and experience original works by such well-known local artists as Nathan Fischer, Susan Marcley, Toni Danchik, and Susan Volpé on display in 29 rooms throughout the expansive Chateau d l’Eau custom built French Chateau, a stunning 8,143-square-foot French chateau-inspired residence conceived by distinguished architect and builder Michael Schrock of Costa Mesa-based Cuvée Estates located behind the gates of Covenant Hills at Ladera Ranch, CA.

The 2008 Art House will debut with a VIP Preview Night on September 11, sponsored by Orange Coast magazine and Reality Cares (tickets are $100 and available to the public by calling 949.862.1133) and will then be open to the public daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. September 13-20, with the exception of an early close at 2:00 p.m. on September 16 & 18 for private events. Art House will culminate with the ASID Chairs for Charity Event & Auction benefiting Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC).

With the purchase of a $10 ticket, guests of Art House will support arts education in CUSD schools while at the same time benefiting from it through their participation in the daily seminars and activities. A complete schedule of daily activities will be available at http://www.orangecoastarthouse.com/ starting August 25. Additionally, all the artwork on display at Art House will be available for purchase with a percentage of proceeds going directly to the Capistrano Unified School District Foundation.

Charities benefiting from Art House:
Capistrano Unified School District Foundation – To assist in providing dynamic and inspiring arts education to the more than 50,000 students enrolled in the CUSD as well as supplemental resources for teachers and staff, the Capistrano Unified School District Foundation will receive 100% of proceeds from Art House daily ticket sales, a portion of the proceeds from tickets sold to the VIP Preview Party on September 11, as well as any art sold during Art House.

Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) – ASID Chairs for Charity Event & Auction (Sunday, September 21, 2:00 to 6:00 p.m.): One-of-a-kind chairs, designed by members of ASID, will be on display in the Art House throughout the 8 day event, culminating with a silent and live auction on September 21. For tickets to this event, contact the CHOC Foundation at 714.532.8690.

Tickets to the 2008 Art House are $10 per person (Children 12 and under are free) and may be purchased by calling 949.862.1133. For additional information about daily events and the various evening galas held at Art House visit http://www.orangecoastarthouse.com/.

Sprinkle Some Suga This Holiday - Lowd Suga by Arianne Zucker

Looking for great girlfriend gifts? Look no further.

Lowd Suga is fast becoming a celeb favorite cheap-chic jewelry line. Designed and hand-crafted by Days of our Lives star, Arianne Zucker, the line is inspired by life in and around L.A. While all the Lowd Suga’ designs are priced under $100, they pack enough bling to take you from the supermarket to the red carpet and everywhere in between. Here is a link to the Lowd Suga’ line for Holiday 2008, including everything from long chandelier earrings, bold bracelets and delicate necklaces to a men’s collection - http://www.lowdsuga.com/Line-sheet-08.html.

OC Look Party - July 23


ORANGE COAST TO HOST INAUGURAL OC LOOK PARTY
BENEFITTING THE DREAM GUILD OF THE
JUVENILLE DIABETES RESEARCH FOUNDATION

In partnership with The Dream Guild of the Orange County Chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Orange Coast magazine will be hosting the inaugural OC Look Party. Celebrating the people who define Orange County’s signature style, the event will be held on Wednesday, July 23 at 6:00 p.m. at Villa Covo (99 Ritz Cove, Dana Point).

In addition to unveiling Orange Coast’s seventeen OC Look Honorees for 2008, the evening will include all kinds of entertainment for the more than 250 expected guests.

Indulging in a fabulous evening of style & fashion, attendees will be treated to a variety of beauty bars where guests can partake in spa treatments – such as a brow bar, polish changes and chair massages provided by Spa Nordstrom, hair bars courtesy of Salon Gregories, makeup artistry by M·A·C Cosmetics and more. Other highlights of the evening will include:

*A fashion presentation by Neiman Marcus, Fashion Island
* Wii Lounge sponsored by Pacific Digital Home
* DJ teaching stations by Scratch DJ Academy where party-goers can get in the mix
* Photo studio where attendees can learn to work their inner model
* Signature cocktails by St-Germain
* Chocolate Bar by Downey’s Artisan Chocolate Studio & Café
* The tantalizing culinary stylings of celebrity caterer Wade Williams of Picnic


Tickets to attend are $25 each and can be purchased by calling the JDRF office at 949.553.0363. http://www.orangecoastmagazine.com/

Sally Bartz of Halsea Shares Carry On Tips With KABC

Rule #1 from Sally Bartz -- Don't waste time packing when you can get your vacation started!
Recently, Jane Monreal of KABC, came to the ever-glamorous Beverly Wilshire, a Four Seasons hotel, to learn simple, easy tips on how to pack in your carry on bag from Sally Bartz of Halsea.
The "carry on"story will air on July 15 so tune in!
Sally brought loads of luggage and even more packing tips - what to look for in a tote, what to look for in a carry on, how to pack for a week in your carry on, her favorite go-to items like the Flight 001's 3 oz bottles and Real Simple's travel issue + much more!
We filmed the story in the incredible suite where Warren Beatty lived for 10 years! It was fabulous!