New Edition Of Radical Beauty, Malibu Rising Coming To City Hall

MALIBU, CA — Malibu community members are invited to attend the opening reception for the second installation of "Radical Beauty, Malibu Rising" on Friday, September 20.

Radical Beauty, Malibu Rising is the Cultural Arts Commission's public art exhibition in City Hall that explores the experience of the Woolsey Fire, the City of Malibu said.

"The artistic expressions of this historic disaster that we have shared are an important way for us to understand what we have been through and support each other as we recover," said Mayor Jefferson "Zuma Jay" Wagner. "I hope everyone in Malibu can join us for the reception and see the art pieces made by our friends and neighbors."

The first installation of Radical Beauty, Malibu Rising was a "collaborative community exhibition" featuring a variety of mediums, including photography, paintings, drawing, sculpture, short films and written work, the press release said. It was on display in City Hall since May 2019 and concluded at the end of August.

"Due to the overwhelmingly positive response and community interest, the Cultural Arts Commission will curate the second installation of Radical Beauty, Malibu Rising," the City of Malibu press release said.

On Friday, September 20 at 6:30 p.m., the Cultural Arts Commission will host a public opening reception at Malibu City Hall, located at 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu CA 90265. The event is free and open to all; RSVPs or tickets are not required. The second installation will be on display from September 23 through December 2019.

The exhibit open for viewing at City Hall Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Artists of all ages were invited to submit their original artwork, including written, photography, paint, drawing, collage, short films and freestanding art for this collaborative community-wide art show.