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At their meeting Tuesday night, the Paso Robles City Council approved an ordinance to set up a procedure allowing residents to paint original and vintage art murals on private buildings. The procedure follows one developed in Portland, Oregon which allows artists to meet with neighbors to get their approval for murals on private buildings. An example of such a mural is on the north side of Spring Seafood Bar & Grill at 1215 Spring Street in Paso Robles. One of the issues which the council discussed thoroughly, what if people complain about a mural after it's painted on a building.

One of Central California's most charming towns is an easy drive from both San Francisco and Los Angeles. Paso Robles is a half an hour from the Pacific Ocean and is home to great local wineries and fun bars and restaurants.

About a year ago, onlookers spotted "John Wick" star Keanu Reeves and "Stranger Things" cast member Winona Ryder out and about in San Luis Obispo County.

The original first lady Martha Washington inspired Paso Robles artist Jeanne Aird's first foray into working with fabric.

Los Osos artist David Kreitzer always likes a good challenge. The way he sees it, having something to strive for in his work prevents his art from feeling mass-produced. Time and time again, when the painter picks up his brush, he comes back to one particular subject matter: water.

GIFT SHOP SALES GENERATE FUNDS FOR STUDIOS ON THE PARK PROGRAMS

The 16th annual Arte de Tisa is sponsored by the Paso Robles Art Association. The sidewalk chalk art show on Pine Street across from Studios on the Park begins Sunday, September 16 at 8:00 a.m. Chalk and art supplies are provided, but sidewalk space is limited, so artists ... come early! By the time Taste of Downtown begins at 11 a.m., the sidewalk turned artist palette will be transformed with bright color, shapes and images that might inspire the artist in you! The goal of PRAA is to fund scholarships for local art students. Visit pasoroblesartassociation.org for membership and donor information. Explore the Arts by visiting their gallery at Studios on the Park.

Experience Art, Dinner, and Wine at September 16 Event

Studios on the Park presents its 2018 Square Peg Round Hole Art Show, an exhibit showcasing works by urban artists, through July 30 in the Atrium Gallery. Featured artists include Holly Beals, Rick Davis, Rosana Aziernicki, Tony Girolo, Rob Grad, and others Visit studiosonthepark.org to find out more.

Celeste Hope doesn't do silence. Whether it's Chris Stapleton, Incubus, or Bruno Mars, the music is always turned on and up for the festival photographer turned co-owner of Hope Family Wines in Paso Robles.

Studios on the Park celebrated the opening of a new show, "Rock and Roll Transcending."

I've said it before, but it's worth repeating - there truly is something for everyone at Studios on the Park in downtown Paso Robles! Chat with working artists, attend amazing events including wine nights, take in spectacular exhibits, check out class offerings for all ages, or purchase a gift for that special someone from a wide selection of art of all mediums. Studios is a favorite of locals and the perfect place to take out-of-town guests. See you there!