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Art: Festival Santa Barbara Off-Axis 2008

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Although our neighbor to the north is typically known for its stellar views and celebrity mansions, Santa Barbara has a stash of hidden artistic gems, many of which are revealed during the second annual Off-Axis festival. This monthlong celebration of contemporary work gives Santa Barbara the opportunity to flex its aesthetic muscles with exhibitions, performances, and lectures by internationally acclaimed artists at several local venues. The impressive roster of events includes an exhibition of Horace Bristol photographs, a walking tour of a sprawling outdoor public-art show, a performance by multimedia artist Sara Wookey, and a satellite exhibition of pieces from the California Biennial. Now you finally have the perfect excuse to plan that weekend getaway.

– Heather Silva

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