As first-generation arts leaders in Orange County, curator Virginia Arce and local artist Albert López, Jr., collaborate to showcase “local and cultured” emerging artists at the Irvine Fine Arts Center.
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Celebrating 40 years in Orange County, the O.C. Black History Parade Continues to Represent the Diversity in the Region
As president of the Orange County Heritage Council, son Dwayne “BH” Shipp keeps true to Helen M. Shipp’s legacy of honoring cultural heritage and inclusivity to fortify the future.
Once a Rebellious Santa Ana Gallery Café, SolArt Now Promotes Community Artists Through the Airwaves
From the local scene to the international stage, SolArt’s Sali Heraldez and Carla Zárate-Suárez continue to make an impact on the Orange County arts landscape.
With Programming Going Strong, The Frida Cinema Shifts Its Focus to Sustainability
The Frida Cinema culminates their five-year anniversary with a New Year’s Resolution to focus on ensuring longevity and growth, while continuing to provide diverse community-based programming and avenues of engagement.


