Thomas Hirschhorn is a Swiss artist. Trained in Zurich and inspired by Joseph Beuys and Andy Warhol. He has become known for using everyday materials in the creation of complex large sculptures. Here he uses- fiber-glass mannequins, metal nails, metal screws, plastic base timber. It emits a shocking response. Once close to the piece the viewer is greatly affected both it physically and mentally. The feeling of pain, harm and suffering is evoked. After the initial reaction of harm, the viewer may turn to analysing the work, in which may lead them to self reflection, on ones current life situation.

The art exhibition "Heart to Heart"  by Hollywood animator Rich Wilke was featured this month in Santa Barbara. Wilke, an opinionated and expressive  artist has done notable work  in  Netflix's "F is for Family,"  "Curious George" and other series and movies. Wilke  wanted to show through his  artwork and statements how the push and pull of love shapes the way people and people with animals interact for Valentine's Day. He recently painted 100 portraits of  Ukrainian children of war and told their stories for charity in another exhibition that has been featured in local and national institutions and regional shows.