99 Bottles of Beer on The Wall…And a Bunch of Art

      Unless you live in a cave or have been collecting prison tats for the last 6 to 8 years, you know that downtown LA is one of the hottest places in the city to hang out. But just beyond the downtown borders there’s a unique community of artists who live in a former Pabst Blue Ribbon Brewery complex. Twice a year they open their doors to the public to display and sell their art. With over 100 participating resident artists, it’s the world largest art complex. Imagine a live version of Mtv Cribs, but instead of seeing Master P's gold elevator, you get to see how local artists live and create. If that’s not enough, there’s good food, including an on sight restaurant that’s a great spot to kick back, music, and plenty of fun people watching.

 

         The Brewery Artwalk is happening this Saturday & Sunday (March 31st & April 1st)from 11am-6pm. It’s free and there’s plenty of parking. If you’re just looking or thinking of buying, it’s one of the coolest places in LA to check out art. There’s everything from the stuff you think your nephew Nathan could do(on or off his meds), to detailed beautiful masterpieces. Come, have fun, open your mind, and a cold one.

Details:

When: March 31st and April 1st(Saturday & Sunday)

Where: 2100 N. Main St, LA, CA 90031

Why: Really cool art and you can finally be the one who introduced someone in LA to somewhere they’ve never been.

Cost: Free

Parking: Free

These Sketchers actually look good

(Rosetta Stone not necessary for translation. That is certifiable sarcasm.)   

 Whenever I even think of picking up a pen to draw something, I can hear Mike Meyers, during his SNL days singing, "Well you know my name is Simon and I like to do drawerings!" I like to do drawerings too. The problem is they look as good as Steven Tyler in those Stretch-Mants. Hard to look at and begging for some aesthetic intervention.

      If you're at all artistically challenged like me, you're in luck. The Getty Drawing Hour is hosted by an artist who can give you a few pointers.  Just bring your own drawing pad and pencil. All experience levels are welcome. Hey, even if what you end up wouldn't be frame-worthy for a 4th grader, you and your date can laugh about it and enjoy experiencing a museum in a more creative way. And be honest; when you have seen a person sketching away in a museum, you think they're the coolest person ever; IN THAT ROOM. I forgot to mention its FREE and the next one is this Sunday, March 18th from 3:30-5:30pm. Registration begins at 2:30 @ the Museum Information Desk. The Getty Drawing Hour happens every first and third Sunday of the month. After this Sunday the next one is April 1st.

Details:

Website: http://www.getty.edu/index.html

When: The first and third Sunday of each month from 3:30-5:30

Where: The Getty Center(off the 405 freeway)
             Entrance is free and no reservations required

Why: Wearing Sketchers could make getting a 2nd date a bit of a challenge but sketching together guarantees it. I haven't done a survey but trust me.

Cost: Entrance and The Drawing Hour are free. Parking is $15 and based on availability

Tip: Get there early so you can check out the museum and register to make sure you get a spot.