APA Lecture @ Apple – October 14

October 5, 2014 by kwakualston

Join me October 14th from 730-830 PM at the Apple Store on the Third St Promenade in Santa Monica as writer Adam Kulakow and myself share images from my newest project: Fatherhood. Apple Store | Third Street Promenade 1415 Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA 90401 FREE ADMISSION This event is first come seating but you can also register for this event directly on the Apple Store, Third Street Promenade:  www.apple.com/thirdstreetpromenade Photographer Kwaku Alston documented the first three years of his […]

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Menotti’s Coffee Shop, Venice Beach

March 5, 2014 by kwakualston

Venice is making way for a new coffee shop with a lot of history.  Although Menotti’s has just opened at 56 Windward, its Venice roots are strong-as is the head Barista’s, Christopher “nicely” Abel Alameda.  Alameda was a force working in Intelligentsia followed by Handsome Roasters, and has won the title Coffee Fest World Latte Art Champion three times.  His passion and love of coffee is apparent through not just his intense decisive pours, but also through his 4 tattoos […]

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Art of Studio featured by PDN

March 1, 2014 by kwakualston

Almost every photographer dreams of their own studio–a special private space to freely create and brainstorm, where inspiration and its precise execution is the only thing that matters.  A place where you walk in, and are warmly greeted by light as it splays across decorated walls, books new and old, and your unique tools of the trade.  At least, this was one of my many dreams: to own and operate my very own studio.  An artist’s studio is a reflection […]

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Farewell, Sweet Summer

October 22, 2013 by kwakualston

Double Rainbow in Kauai before Flossie hits. My son’s first time in Hawaii. Flying over Arizona Sedona New York City The end of summer always seems to come later in LA.  Although it’s already October, I still can’t let go of the summer season, despite the looming chill that slowly creeps in.  Here are some of my favorite images this past summer: from Hawaii to Sedona to  quintessential Venice moments.  This past summer has been even more special having my […]

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Art of Studio open Today 11-6!

October 12, 2013 by kwakualston

Off the presses, fresh from Japan Art of Studio is open Saturdays 11-6, so stop by and check out our current exhibit on view, In Between & Outside,  fine art books on view, including special work by Japanese photographer Shingo Wakagi, Venice: A Village by the Sea, and #handadventures prints and books!  Find us at 1346 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291 Phone us 310 392 9957 ext 4

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Volkslivin’ Featured on Next Avenue

September 30, 2013 by kwakualston

  “The VW Bus Rolls Into the Sunset” Volkwagen vans hold a special place in my heart; it was our family vehicle for many years, and when I made my big move to Venice, California they appeared everywhere.  Whether a Westfalia, Kombi, or a Samba, these adventure wagons have a characteristic unique beauty that I am constantly inspired to capture.  So when news came that in December of this year, the company will shut down it’s last factory, I felt […]

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In Between & Outside: Portraits by Sara Swaty Opening Reception @ Art of Studio Friday September 20th!

September 19, 2013 by kwakualston

Art of Studio is excited to present Sara Swaty’s 3rd solo show featuring her ongoing photographic social documentary, In Between & Outside. This portrait series examines different perceptions of gender and how it related to sexuality through exploring the human body and gender identity across a broad spectrum of individuals. Please come and show your support for a new rising star just hitting the Los Angeles photography scene.  Enjoy drinks and dialogue over this personal passion project!! To learn more […]

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Hippo Works Show September 5th

September 4, 2013 by kwakualston

Come to Art of Studio Thursday, September 5th 6-9 PM for a special Hippo Works show presenting bamboo prints and other unique gifts! Hippo Works was founded by cartoonist Denis Thomopoulos, inspired both to entertain and help educate children about the urgent environmental issues of our day. His weekly cartoon “It’s A Jungle Out There!®” has been syndicated to sites such as National Geographic Kids, AOL Kids, and Care2.com. RSVP via Facebook.

Categories: Events, Fellow Creatives • Tags: 1346 abbot kinney, art, art of studio, art opening, Denis Thomopoulos, hippo works, venice, venice beach

Explore, Shoot, Critique: Venice Beach Street Photography Workshop – August 31st

August 19, 2013 by kwakualston

To end the summer with a bang, we are offering a 1-day Venice Beach Street Photography Workshop for $295 for all of you adventurous photographers– amateur, professional, and anything in between.  Register on Kwakushop to reserve your place today. The Venice Beach Street Photography Workshop is a fun and intensive 1-day workshop held in Venice Beach, California. I will personally guide you through the streets of Venice, where I have called home for over 10 years, and share my street […]

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