The current exhibit for the Newport Beach Art in the Library installation is Sandra Pipken: Technology and Color, Digital Photography. This exhibit will run from January 7th through March 3, 2023. For Pipken, the creative process goes beyond simply taking a picture. She uses digital technology to enhance and alter images to a create an emotionally and meaningful experience for the observer. “Her art is meant to evoke a new sensibility by presenting a moment from different angles and aspects, reconstructed into a new composition of forms. All her work begins with a flower. For more information see their website at: https://www.newportbeachca.gov/government/departments/library-services/cultural-arts/art-at-the-library.
Corona del Mar is part of the city of Newport beach. Corona del Mar is known locally as the CDM and is Spanish for the “Crown of the Sea.” Located at 186 Shorecliff Road, this 3,500 square foot home is part of the Shore Cliffs development. This four-bedroom, six-bathroom home was built in 1990. The gourmet kitchen features Gaggenau and Sub-Zero appliances, granite countertops and under the cabinet lighting. With its high bluff setting, the home has wonderful views of the Pacific Ocean, white water, Pelican Hill Golf Course, city night lights and picture-perfect sunsets. This home sits on a large 14,700 square foot piece of property with a cul-de-sac setting. Outdoors, homeowners will enjoy over 1,500 square foot of deck space, spa, courtyard, well maintained gardens, and yard. Morning Canyon’s freshwater creek runs through the backyard. Shore Cliffs was designed by the Irvine Company in the 1900’s. There are 146 custom built homes in Shore Cliffs. Residents have private beach access and are within walking distance to the Villages of Corona del Mar.
Pelican Hill is part of Newport Coast section of Newport Beach. Pelican Hill sits in the bluffs above Crystal Cove State Park. Located at 52 Tidal Surf, this 2,900 square foot home is part of the Pelican Ridge Estates. This three-bedroom, four-bathroom home 1996, this home has recently been remodeled. The home has new picture windows and sliding doors. The gourmet kitchen features a center island, double oven and new cabinets. There are wonderful views of the Pacific Ocean, white water, coastline, city night lights and stunning sunsets. This home sits on a 5,800 square foot piece of property. Outdoors, homeowners will enjoy refinished pool. Pelican Ridge Estates is a 24-hour guard gated community, planned and developed by the Irvine Company. Residents are just minutes away from the beach.