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Nov 19, 2011, 10:04 am
If you are lucky enough to be harvesting lots of pears or apples this fall, or just looking for a new dessert dish, here are two simple and tempting recipes using fresh fruit from the garden. One...
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AngelCityArt Blog from Los Angeles, California
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Nov 5, 2011, 9:04 am
It is cold and rainy in Los Angeles this weekend, so here's some fiery
fireplace signage to warm you up. The sign for Encino Fireplace mixes
white neon and bright red plastic. I like the use of...
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Jan 21, 2011, 4:58 am
My dear garden readers; Would you throw away pristine, nutrient-rich silt? Would you hack down 11 acres of old-growth forest for a dumping ground for said silt? No? Then get ready to be called...
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Dec 6, 2010, 12:26 am
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AngelCityArt Blog from Los Angeles, California
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Oct 6, 2010, 7:38 pm
The Tony Curtis Hollywood freeway mural has delighted jaded locals and enthusiastic tourists alike for over a decade. This week as we bid farewell to the Hollywood Legend, Class Act and 1950's...
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Aug 9, 2010, 1:40 am
When my son was about 6 years old he used to pick green beans right off the vine and eat them in the garden. As a mom I was thrilled he was getting his organic vegetables fresh as a gardener I was...
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Jun 19, 2010, 1:38 am
My neighbor's hollyhocks are blooming again. They tower over her garden with huge flowers and I admit to being a wee bit jealous. The old-fashioned garden hollyhock of...
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May 22, 2010, 2:50 am
The lavender has been blooming for about a month now and is continuing to get new buds. Also blooming this Friday are roses, here are a few Double Delight roses with pretty pink edges and creamy...
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Apr 17, 2010, 2:57 am
This week I have photos of my sage herbs in flower. Not only does it taste great in my sauces and stews, it really looks beautiful in the garden. This Mediterranean...
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Apr 3, 2010, 2:52 am
Wondering what to plant now that will bloom next spring? Here are a few drought tolerant ideas for you. All of these plants in my garden are growing on rainfall alone. ...
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Mar 20, 2010, 2:54 am
Warm weather is bringing blossoms and sprouting bulbs here in Los Angeles. Here are a few pretty baubles blessing my garden right now: Lavender is blooming all over. ...
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Aug 21, 2009, 7:22 pm
The flowers on my aechmea plant are finally opening. They are on stalks about a foot long coming out of the center of the plant. The flower is about 6 inches wide from...
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AngelCityArt Blog from Los Angeles, California
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Jun 27, 2009, 9:08 am
Part of the fun of covering cool vintage neon and other signage is the inspiration it gives to artists. I have found lots of great artwork on Zazzle since my move there. I have decided to feature...
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Laura Z. posted an article on
AngelCityArt Blog from Los Angeles, California
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Apr 24, 2009, 1:59 am
Or, how to stop hating your POD and start to love working for yourself.
I have been selling my artwork as a Shop Keeper on CafePress for a number of years. I have loved being there, I've learned a...
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Laura Z. posted an article on
AngelCityArt Blog from Los Angeles, California
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Mar 14, 2009, 12:26 pm
Henry's Tacos is a Los Angeles (San Fernando Valley) institution. I was fortunate enough to make a trip out to Henry's this week and thought he'd make a perfect addition to my (sometimes) Saturday...
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AngelCityArt Blog from Los Angeles, California
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Mar 3, 2009, 10:19 pm
Today is an election day in Los Angeles. Polls are open until 8pm, news coverage will start after the polls close. The citizens all over the city are deciding on Mayoral candidates and a few City...
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AngelCityArt Blog from Los Angeles, California
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Feb 14, 2009, 9:04 am
Here's a cool neon sign for you that fits both the day and the economy. Hart's Pawn Shop also gets the award for the most neon signage on their block.And Van Nuys has some pretty hot neon from back...
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Jan 28, 2009, 5:14 pm
Sometimes art happens when you're stuck in traffic. It can help you slow down and appreciate the details. I love the beautiful painted detail on this cute little number...
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Jan 16, 2009, 9:52 pm
Here's the latest Valentine's Day art at my online store....Folk Art Hearts with Curls of LoveA giant heart in colors of pink, red and purple in a hand drawn style. The red heart has two smaller sets...
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AngelCityArt Blog from Los Angeles, California
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Jan 15, 2009, 4:16 pm
Whenever I drive by this house I feel like I've taken a quick trip to the Greek Isles. I love how they have created such a striking picture with just a few simple home improvements. The house is...
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Laura Z. posted an article on
AngelCityArt Blog from Los Angeles, California
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Jan 11, 2009, 11:04 am
This is my new art for my AngelCityArt Store of a Hippocampus a mythical flying seahorse of Greek mythology. Hippocampus are the mythical flying sea horses who pull the chariot of Poseidon, the...
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Laura Z. posted an article on
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Jan 10, 2009, 4:02 pm
Here's a photo of a cool old sign I've been playing around with. I keep cleaning it up, pixelating it, changing the colors, putting in patterns here and there, then taking them back out. I still...
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Dec 31, 1969, 7:00 pm
This brave plant currently blooming in 100 degree heat is called Texas Ranger or Leucophyllum frutescens. It is also one of the oddest plants I have grown, but more about that later. After a few...
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Dec 31, 1969, 7:00 pm
Here's a quick late night Friday Floral for you. The bougainvilleas are blooming here in southern California. Their colors can range from purple to reds, pinks or white, but my favorites are the...
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Dec 31, 1969, 7:00 pm
Succulents are plants that are able to store water in their stems and leaves, enabling them to live for long periods of time without water. They are similar to cactus but...
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Dec 31, 1969, 7:00 pm
Fall is just around the corner and for gardeners in the southwestern US it is a great time to think about planting perennial shrubs. This is also a great time to plan out...
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Dec 31, 1969, 7:00 pm
Are you blessed with an overabundance of fresh tomatoes and zucchini this summer? Here's a great recipe that uses lots of each. It is a recipe I adapted from a Jeff Smith recipe he credits to...
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Dec 31, 1969, 7:00 pm
It is a lucky cook who is able to pluck a few fresh sprouts from a nearby herb plant to spice up a dish on the stove. Here are a few fabulous herbs that do well in...
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Dec 31, 1969, 7:00 pm
Just in time for Friday Floral on theGardenPages; the flowers on my Aechmea just keep getting better. I showed you the prickly pink flowers when they first emerged from my Urn Plant. Now they have...
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Dec 31, 1969, 7:00 pm
Happy Halloween! Many of us are getting our pumpkins carved and the candy ready for trick-or-treaters. And perhaps some of you will be getting or giving a bouquet of black roses. For anyone who...
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