Throwback Thursday: The Unveiling of Cottonsail at the Westlake Lake!

December 3rd, 2019

The Westlake Lake has a new friend! His name is Cottonsail and he is here to brighten the banks of the Westlake Lake. The already beautiful Triunfo Canyon Road is just a little more special today with the addition of artist, Shannon Celia’s Conejo Cottontail. The sculptor, Cate Hartenstein created the statues that are popping up all over the Conejo Valley. Her original design is the same, but each Cottontail is unique in the way they are painted by their own artist. Cottonsail has a nautical theme with some whimsical surprises including a beach ball tail!

The Arts Council of the Conejo Valley and Art Trek would like to extend our gratitude to the Binsley Family for their ongoing support of the Public Art Project and the Rotary Club of Westlake Village Sunrise for their commitment to community. Terry Moerler, immediate past president of the Rotary Club of Westlake Village Sunrise wanted the club to make a gift to the City of Westlake Village.

The Unveiling of "Rosie" at Westlake City Hall

On September 4, 2019, Rosie was officially welcomed to her forever home at Westlake City Hall. The funding for Rosie came from the City's commitment to public art. The proceeds from the sale of Rosie are being used to bring an arts program to the seniors of Westlake Village. Rosie was created by artist Judy Koenig.

The Dedication Celebration was preceded by a Shibori Banner making activity facilitated by Art Trek. The colorful banners were a fitting embellishment to the festive atmosphere. At the unveiling, Mayor Ned Davis quipped about famous rabbits in history including Peter Cottontail, Bugs Bunny, and the Trix Rabbit to name a few. Mayor Pro Tem, Kelly Honig spoke about the importance of public art and expressed her delight in seeing Rosie each time she entered the City Hall Building.

ABRA Gallery | Westlake Village, CA

Join fellow art enthusiasts this Saturday, November 21st from 5:00p-8:00p for the Good-bye Party & Final California exhibit for the Abra Gallery in Westlake Village, CA. You will be able to view the Conejo Public Art Cottontail painted by artist, Hessam Abrishami.  

Works of art will be on exhibit through the end of the month to view before the gallery is relocated to Miami, FL.