If you were protesting in DTLA or WeHo and missed our June 6 virtual arts fest Reimagine offers plenty of opportunity to support Los Angeles Black artists. COVID19 has been especially hard on local artists. Some are even experiencing food insecurity for the very first time. Donations to Westside Food Bank, a purchase from a local artist, or a Like or Follow on their social media, are much appreciated.

Sofia Venegas is a painter who splits her time between California and Maryland. She kindly allowed us to use her artwork for our Reimagine event poster. We asked Sofia a few questions to learn more about her paintings and how she stays inspired.

We want to celebrate the vendors, artisans, makers in our Mar Vista Music & Art Walk community! Buying from small businesses is so important to the economic wellness of our local communities. The next time you need to order a gift or something special for yourself, skip Amazon and shop from one of these artisans instead.

Jessica Eve is a performance artist, fire dancer, henna painter, and clothing designer in West LA. We asked Jessica a few questions to learn more about the many creative hats she wears and how she stays inspired.