Mar 11, 2019 | Artist , M
Jeff Mann Draftsman Jeff Mann by Guy Webster How did a self-described “greaser, surfer, hippy” become a vice president of the Empire that Star Wars built? Ojai-based artist Jeff Mann, born and raised in Hollywood, has always shown an amazing talent for drawing that...
Jan 12, 2019 | Artist , M
Frank Massarella Ceramist Portrait © Donna Granata 2012 Frank Massarella was drawn to pottery because he loves the feel of the clay and the independence of the work. His state-of-the-art kilns provide him with more versatile ways to fire ceramics. He sees ceramics as...
Jan 12, 2019 | Artist , M
Alice Matzkin Painter Portrait © Donna Granata 2008 In a society obsessed with youth and the fleeting beauty of perfection, Alice Matzkin has always looked at the positive side of growing older painting lines and wrinkles as the story of women’s years. The “Women of...
Jan 12, 2019 | Artist , M
James McCarthy Wood Craftsman Portrait © Donna Granata 2002 Jim McCarthy creates fine furniture inspired by the California Arts and Crafts movement and Asian design. His works range from single pieces of furniture, to custom woodworking and cabinetry in historic...
Jan 12, 2019 | Artist , M
Richard Matzkin Sculptor Portrait © Donna Granata 2008 In a very real sense, Richard Matzkin’s life has come full circle. He showed an early talent for the arts but in the 60s his interests changed to music and psychology. Some 20 years later his wife enrolled him in...
Jan 12, 2019 | Artist , M
Viq McCaslin Ceramist Portrait © Donna Granata 1998 Ojai ceramist Viq McCaslin is a Native American Yaqui Indian respected for his public art. His work, which encompasses historic and environmental themes, is explored primarily through ceramic tile. McCaslin’s...
