Main Site - Exhibits
The Surfing Heritage Foundation & Gallery
The Passing of a Family Member
Surf Historian and Shaper, Mike "Red" Marshall
Sept. 18, 1942-Feb. 6, 2010
Long time supporter and family member of Surfing Heritage, Mike Marshall surfed off to bluer pastures last Saturday. Surrounded by family and friends, "Red" slipped off quietly, leaving behind a loving wife, children, and a granddaughter, to carry on the memory of a true scholar and gentleman. Mike and Sharon were with us from the start, both Founding and Sustaining Partners, they attended nearly every event we put on over the years (only missing a handful due to prior surf-related commitments), Sharon, our official staff photographer, and a member of our Oral History and Print Committees is always clicking away with her camera, or baking and creating special treats. Mike was always generous with his time and insight, he lived and breathed surf history and lore, and was extremely careful about keeping the facts correct. Mike chaired our Surf Education Committee (education being another of Mike's passions), was a lead docent, and could always be counted on whenever an extra hand was needed. Not everyone knows what a master shaper Mike was, he studied and worked with such legends as Joe Quigg, Dick Brewer, Rich Harbour and Chuck Dent, and was the creator of both the Trestles Special and the Cheater models. Mike leaves a hole that will never be filled, a one in a million guy. Sept. 18, 1942-Feb. 6, 2010
(please check out the Surfline article where you can also post your thoughts and remembrances: http://www.surfline.com/surf-news/mike-marshall-rip--longtime-socal-shaper-and-surf-historian-passes-away_40862/)
Upcoming Events:
Artist, Joshua Serafin, will be at our Gallery from 1-4PM.
Born in California, raised in Huntington Beach, Joshua Serafin will always savor what the coast has to offer. Growing up in a positive family atmosphere, perseverance seems to be the path Josh exemplifies. Joshua’s exposure to fine craft and art appreciation was prominent throughout his youth.
During his 10 year art career thus far Josh has sold hundreds of originals, thousands of prints, and has taken on many private commissions. He’s been recognized in a variety of publications as well as surviving a TV interview. Collectors from Orange, San Diego, Los Angeles counties, Monterey, Ca., Tennessee, Arizona, Japan, and Hawaii often stop by his once a year solo shows. His most recent accomplishment is winning first place in the California State Senate 8th Annual Contemporary Art Collection. His oil painting titled HB Tribute will be displayed in California’s State Capitol from July of 2009 through September 2010. Today, Josh resides in Huntington Beach with wife Jamie and daughters Lily and Molly.
During his 10 year art career thus far Josh has sold hundreds of originals, thousands of prints, and has taken on many private commissions. He’s been recognized in a variety of publications as well as surviving a TV interview. Collectors from Orange, San Diego, Los Angeles counties, Monterey, Ca., Tennessee, Arizona, Japan, and Hawaii often stop by his once a year solo shows. His most recent accomplishment is winning first place in the California State Senate 8th Annual Contemporary Art Collection. His oil painting titled HB Tribute will be displayed in California’s State Capitol from July of 2009 through September 2010. Today, Josh resides in Huntington Beach with wife Jamie and daughters Lily and Molly.
Saturday, February 20
Artist, Alex Krastev, will be at our Gallery from 1-5PM
Alex discovered his passion for surfing at 15 years old, too young to drive, he made his way on the bus every day after school to the local surf spot. The colorful moments from his journey to the beach and standing at the waters edge, along with influences from his parents, both artists and avid beach goers, and a father who spent his youth as a lifeguard, proved to be the biggest inspiration to his artistic vision.
Alex has worked at Quiksilver since 2003 and currently resides in Newport Beach, California where he surfs every day. His paintings and graphics extend beyond t-shirts and into the fine arts of the canvas. His style is based from the vision he had always had of that hungry surfer looking at or dreaming about the sea. His work can be seen at numerous restaurants in southern California beach towns, The Mint Fine Art Gallery Dana Point, and other exhibits.
Alex has worked at Quiksilver since 2003 and currently resides in Newport Beach, California where he surfs every day. His paintings and graphics extend beyond t-shirts and into the fine arts of the canvas. His style is based from the vision he had always had of that hungry surfer looking at or dreaming about the sea. His work can be seen at numerous restaurants in southern California beach towns, The Mint Fine Art Gallery Dana Point, and other exhibits.
Saturday, February 27
Artist, Kevin Short, will be at our Gallery from 1-4PM
Kevin a Short is an internationally known and collected painter. His bold approach to capturing life’s little moments has put him at the forefront of the modern impressionist movement in America. He has won numerous prestigious awards; best of shows, awards of excellence, and first places. He was featured on the cover of the Los Angeles Times, and as the cover artist for The Surfer’s Journal. Southwest Art Magazine has featured him and his work in many issues; heralded Kevin’s one-man exhibitions as “Best of the West. He has been the featured artist for many other national publications and journals, and has authored Painting Landscapes In Oils and The Art of Oil Painting for Walter Foster Publishing. His newest book TRESTLES exemplifies how artists can draw attention to land use and preservation. The Surfing Heritage Gallery
South Coast Plaza West (formerly Crystal Court)
Mon-Fri 10AM-9PM · Sat 10AM-8PM · Sun 11AM-6:30PM
3333 Bear St., ste 303, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714.800.1654Mon-Fri 10AM-9PM · Sat 10AM-8PM · Sun 11AM-6:30PM
3333 Bear St., ste 303, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
posted by Surfing Heritage Foundation at
12:33 PM
