SueBee Arts

As I mentioned in my previous post, Kat and I visited the Palm Springs Art Museum during a recent trip to PS. It was a fabulous find, a really gorgeous art museum. Below is just a sampling of photos taken there.

Palm Springs is fabulous in the summer, and honestly, I can’t wait to go back again… in the fall, winter, spring! It was just a tad HOT when Kat and I took a one night getaway to PS recently. We heard the temp reached 117 during our visit. I’m guessing, though, once you get past 100, […]

A beautiful Angelika during a break from competition! Pic by SueBee

A gorgeous view of downtown Los Angeles at sunset, taken from rooftop of parking structure at The Grove on Fairfax. Pic by SueBee

So, while the westside of Los Angeles is famous most everywhere, if not the world, for just about everything — from fashionistas flocking, stars clamoring for attention, moguls moguling, interior designers a la extraordinaire shopping, eateries indulging, luxury automobiles parading, paparazzi hovering — the OC is also famous, and for far more than its Laguna […]

The wonderful season of Fall is officially (and finally) here! Pumpkin Spice Lattes, scarves & boots, leaves changing colors, and of course, Harvest decorations! Descanso Gardens (located in La Canada Flintridge) is my all time favorite botanical garden, especially during this time of year when pumpkins and haystacks are scattered throughout…perfect place for some Fall-themed […]

Mr Peacock was happy to pose for me in all his finery, at Los Angeles County Arboretum in Arcadia. Pic by Kat

This action shot was taken in Pasadena. Pic by SueBee

I took this shot at Pershing Square in downtown Los Angeles, above the parking garage. Pic by SueBee

Trying to imagine the architect’s sense of humor when designing some of the odd buildings throughout our area makes me laugh. I visualize his or her facial expression while showing off the drafts to their customers. Is the customer smiling, choking, rolling on the floor laughing? Is it a joke? Promotion gag? Marketing ploy? How […]

Picture of a fantastic old truck was taken at the Heritage Museum in Santa Ana. Pic by SueBee

A drive along the coast, all the way from Newport Beach to Marina del Rey awhile back, led me to the Korean Friendship Bell. If you haven’t driven the Palos Verdes Peninsula or through the harbor area at Long Beach over to San Pedro, you’ve missed a fascinating area. While the Queen Mary may be […]

The Huntington Library, located in San Marino, is not only a botanical garden, but also home to a very large and prestigious art collection. The collection resides in two buildings on the estate: The Huntington Art Gallery, and the Virginia Steele Scott Galleries of American Art. With pieces ranging from Andy Warhol contemporary, to Charles […]

Flowers photographed at Arboretum, Arcadia. Pic by Kat

Located on Fairfax Ave. right near The Grove in Los Angeles, this hidden treasure is absolutely delicious! If you’re a fan of Thai food, Chao Krung honestly has some of the best I’ve had yet! Shrimp pad thai…green and red curry…snappy green beans with tofu…the flavor is fantastic and the spice is just right! They […]

Obscure to most, myself included, and nestled among random office towers in The OC, is an interesting little sculpture garden. Kat and I veered off an after-the-rain trip to the beach earlier this year to check this place out. I’d read about it somewhere online; I’m not sure where or I’d offer up the credit. […]

I liked the light reflections on the wall which I felt really connected with his wide-eyed gaze. Taken at LACMA. Pic by SueBee

Humingbird photographed at the Huntington Library in Arcadia. Pic by Kat

Looking for a peaceful botanical garden in Orange County that’s just the right size for a nice afternoon walk (about 1-3 miles, depending on route)? The Fullerton Arboretum, located near Cal State Fullerton, is a donation-only garden with a collection of over 4,000 different plants, lakes, and a Heritage House (tours are available Saturdays and […]

Yup, that’s DTLA signage for you. I’m not sure if it’s an intended warning, cautionary note, or what, but there it is, brightly glaring down at drivers! Approach downtown Los Angeles from the 10, Grand exit, and see for yourself.  Kat and I did exactly that this evening while returning home from a family birthday […]