Artists, Street Performers, Street Musicians
These are miracle snakes!
In 1989–the Year of the Snake–the cobra came to King Solomon. As he was walking along the ocean, playing his flute, the Chinese animal washed ashore just as he was passing. A coincidence? And the other snakes?
Come on down to the beach and see why it’s good to be the king!
On and off for 32 years, Starla has been singing smooth & mellow jazz standards in the Venice sun. Stroll by and check her out. Starla is the bomb, daddy-o!
Stand right there! You’re in 3-D!
I walked into Vinny V one sunny day holding out 3-D glasses to me. I put the ‘50s-style paper spectacles on and stepped into his “paint-by-numbers-on-acid” world. Beneath me, a rectangle of red, green, blue and yellow paint spread out as if a carpet. Through the glasses, it looked like I would fall into it if I stepped forward.
With a little coaxing from Vinny, I denied my instinct to “not step off a ledge” and BAM–I stepped forward–hovering above Venice Beach for a moment.
In these photos, the artist floats in 3-D above his work. Go get your glasses!
From Oakland, Cali, The Homeless People scrap, squeeze, bow and sing their unique old-time sound on the beach. Join Chloe, Robbie and Christa by the sands.
Stay tuned…fine tuned.
Since the late eighties, David Alexander English has been painting in the Venice sun. Check out his web pages to explore his Sacred Geometry Paintings and much more.
I came across Lee England, Jr. one sunny day. He’s a classically-trained virtuoso violinist with a vibrant, intoxicating sound.
His style has been self-described as ”a musical gumbo of rhythm & blues, gospel, jazz, hip-hop and symphonic soul.”
On and off since 1971 Randy has been singing classics, strumming his acoustic, and playing harp on the beach. Stop by and give a listen.
Live from Hamburg, Germany! Richy Sambuca plays two guitars, a bass, and a synth in a uniquely European blend!
Metal Ball Guy has been flexing it up on the Venice Beach Boardwalk for years becoming one of the most recognized body builder acts in America. Next time you’re on the beach, check him out and see how you stack up!
And I will strike down upon thee with great vengeance and furious anger those who attempt to poison and destroy my brothers. And you will know I am the Lord when I lay my vengeance upon you!
Originally from New York City, Biff Scarborough has been playing the guitar since he was 14. Biff has an authentic strumming and singing style reminiscent of John Lee Hooker. Come on down and give a listen.
