Today I'm adding a new weekly feature called Sunday Art Review. It's not a review in the true sense of the word- I'm not professionally critiquing or evaluating any work, nor do I profess to have any specialized knowledge of art. It's just me presenting various works of art that seem interesting to me. For today, I thought I'd take you on a free-ride today, with a quick review of some retro mid-century modern art. There was a great deal of art that was inspired by the desert climate and the Palm Springs lifestyle. It was a time when life was a "gas", and people had a swingin' good time! Even today, days are spent lounging poolside, followed by a hip and groovy evening with martinis at the club. Whether you are a Hollywood movie star, or just an everyday schmo, Palm Springs is still a hip place to relax and get away from it all. I hope these photos convey this very lifestyle. 
Above: Cover art from The Desert Holiday DVD
Above left: "Shag: The Art of Josh Agle" & above right: I forgot the name of this piece, oops!
Above: These are from the private collection of some friends here in Palm Springs. I call these "art with attitude", they are so much fun!
-Rick Rockhill
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