Liberal Latitudes

This is a great littel store/​Art gallery in the Southern part of Down-​townish Laguna Beach. They alwasy support local artisans and the owners and their children are locals too. The owner is an artist herself and displays many of her really great pieces including an extremely intricate quilt and gorgeous beadwork. She also carries other local artists which is a great thing in a town that is being run over by corporate stores (there was a time when Laguna had mom-​n-​pop stores…)
So– I almost got distracted by the inevitable fate of such a gorgeous and unique little town… so– back to Liberal Latitudes… They have the paintings of an amazing local artist named Nellie Marcq in the window and many local craftsman’s or craftswomen’s jewelery and carvings around. i really like the little hand blown salt and pepper shakers. They are super cute.
So– if you are looking for some unique art or a great gift this is a great place to stop. they also have hand made cards if you do buy a gift. All in all I liked teh store enough to write a review… which I still haven’t been brave enough to review the places I don’t love– but I will.