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50 - Mar / Apr 12

A business without a sign is a sign of no business, says veteran sign painter Patrick G. Smith, whose work can be seen throughout Southern California, including Disneyland. - - - - In the 40 years that he’s been in business as a sign painter, Patrick G.... Read More →

A business without a sign is a sign...

Meet Dale & Gayle

50 - Mar / Apr 12

The front porch of the Ray’s old bungalow turned out to be the most beloved and surprising treasures of their recently purchased home, says Gayle Ray, homeowner. Gayle and Dale Ray never anticipated living in an historic home in Old Towne Orange, but that’s exactly what... Read More →

The front porch of the Ray’s old bungalow...

Dragonfly Shops & Gardens

50 - Mar / Apr 12

Beth Davidson (front) has created an enthusiastic community of artists and patrons at the Dragonfly Shops & Gardens in Old Towne. From left: Libby, Anne, Dani, Lisa and Linda. When Beth Davidson first opened Dragonfly Shops & Gardens five years ago, she envisioned a place where like-minded artists could come... Read More →

Beth Davidson (front) has created an enthusiastic community...

Matoska Trading Company

50 - Mar / Apr 12

Owner Brent Schellhase (left) pictured here with daughter Megan and long time friend and business associate Randy Barnes has specialized in Native American wares for more than two decades. - - - - Matoska Trading Company In business for 21 years, Matoska Trading Company shines... Read More →

Owner Brent Schellhase (left) pictured here with daughter...

Wahoo's Fish Taco

50 - Mar / Apr 12

The Wahoo’s brothers (from left: Wing, Mingo and Ed) have established one of the most successful food chains in Southern California and beyond. They are pictured here at the VIP preview party of the new Wahoo’s Fish Taco on Chapman in Old Towne Orange. The highly anticipated arrival of Wahoo’s Fish... Read More →

The Wahoo’s brothers (from left: Wing, Mingo and Ed) have...

PamParr'd Kids

50 - Mar / Apr 12

When people see that Amber Miller’s daughter has mastered the alphabet and is writing her name, they usually assume that the 3 ½-year-old is advanced because her mother is a kindergarten teacher. Miller is happy to set them straight and explain that Kennedy is well... Read More →

When people see that Amber Miller’s daughter has...

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More about the artist Kirk Sivertsen

David Hockney

49 - Jan / Feb 12

On Fire Island in 1976, David Hockney (left) pictured with Joe MacDonald, a well–known model who posed for Hockney and Andy Warhol. - - - - David Hockney Recognized for his vibrant paintings of Southern California and compelling portraits, David Hockney is one of the... Read More →

On Fire Island in 1976, David Hockney (left)...

Kris Eric Olsen

49 - Jan / Feb 12

Kris Eric Olsen When Kris Olsen traveled to Norway in 2006 to trace his roots, Chapman University’s Vice President of Campus Planning & Operations discovered a surprising parallel. As he walked the streets of Kristiansand with his Norwegian cousin, his relative pointed out prominent buildings and residences... Read More →

Kris Eric Olsen When Kris Olsen traveled to Norway...

eXene

49 - Jan / Feb 12

Punk legend, X frontwoman and Old Towne resident Exene Cervenka performs acoustic and spoken word shows once a month at Moonlight Graham in Old Towne. Old Towne Orange might seem worlds away from the mosh pits of Los Angeles in the early ’80s, but for punk rock legend Exene Cervenka, it’s the place she now calls... Read More →

Punk legend, X frontwoman and Old Towne resident Exene Cervenka performs acoustic and spoken...