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Feb 1

Feb 1 Carpet Market

Living, Culture

Written by Hayden Bean

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Drew Mashburn

Poppy

Drew Mashburn

A century of life, love, and chicken dinners

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Drew Mashburn

Deception and Capital

Tom Pazderka

Deception and Capital

Tom Pazderka

Unveiling the everyday lies

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Tom Pazderka

Pool Reflections

Jessica Pregnolato

Pool Reflections

Jessica Pregnolato

Reclaiming space, strength, and self

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Jessica Pregnolato

Vana Dakessian

Ali Golden

Vana Dakessian

Bringing color to Ojai’s fashion scene

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Vana Dakessian

Vana Dakessian

Summer Vibes

Vana Dakessian

A joyful fashion shoot with photographer Stephanie Helguera

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Vana Dakessian

Drew Pulled the Trigger

Drew Mashburn

Drew Pulled the Trigger

Drew Mashburn

A lifetime with Ford's iconic Model A

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Drew Mashburn

Ojai Pride 2024

Sarah Rennix

Ojai Pride 2024

Sarah Rennix

What Queers in the Valley has planned for Ojai’s 33rd Pride celebration

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Sarah Rennix

Carol Shaw-Sutton

Jules Weissman

Carol Shaw-Sutton

Jules Weissman

Mending a sweater with an Ojai artist

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Jules Weissman

Jules Weissman

Mr. Bunce

Jules Weissman

In honor of a local educator’s retirement

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Jules Weissman

Jules Weissman

Sound+Walk

Jules Weissman

Ojai Music Festival joins with local artists in a sensorial symphony

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Jules Weissman

The Future of Agriculture in Ojai

Jules Weissman

The Future of Agriculture in Ojai

Jules Weissman

A new exhibit at Ojai Valley Museum

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Jules Weissman

F O L L O W :

We’re excited to announce the Fall theme of VORTEX magazine: Ojai Underground — exploring the unseen, the hidden, and the deeply rooted. In this issue: “Deception and Capital” — an eye-opening essay by Tom Pazderka on th

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Cool off with "Pool Reflections." Writer and regular VORTEX contributor Jessica Pregnolato pulls you under into a world of sun-scorched afternoons and Wonder Woman bathing suits. Her words flow like the lazy ripples in a penguin-shaped pool

Discover how Ventura native Ali Golden made her way from Oakland to Ojai, bringing with her a fresh, modern take on fashion that’s quickly resonating with the community. Her boutique, known for its bold use of color and texture, challenges Ojai

Cassandra “C. Jones presents The Pink of the Moment,” a three-day pop-up art show in Ojai, CA, celebrating the color pink in vibrant and unexpected forms. A tight-knit group of local artists will showcase work that challenges traditional

Catch the “Summer Vibes” with our latest fashion editorial! Model Kalli O'Connor brings the energy, shot by photographer @steph_helguera in the serene @taftgardens. Styled in pieces from @aligolden, the shoot was brought to life under the

Hi. I’m Vana Dakessian…
and I am the August Guest Editor for VORTEX.

I love watching vintage films and television and am infatuated by the garments worn by the actors and actresses. I am awed by Grace Kelly's blue chiffon gown in To Cat

Explore the benefits of opening your space to the pool-less, creating a sanctuary of wellness and connection. Dive in and discover how sharing your pool can enhance your summer experience. Read it now on VORTEX.

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The theme for July is POOLS. Stay cool, guys.

Jules sat down with Carol Shaw-Sutton, VORTEX's Spring 2024 Cover Artistto talk about her influence on the arts, her experiences as a mentor, and her upcoming exhibition at the Ojai Valley Museum. Discover how her commitment to the craft has shaped h

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We gathered the best recs Ojai folks had for Mexico City and then went to scop 'em out for ourselves. From eclectic crafts to fusion flavors and even the best matzoh ball soup ever, this feature will guide you throug

🎶✨ Dive into the visual symphony of the Ojai Music Festival's Sound+Walk! Explore the stunning captures by photographers Mikael Jorgensen, Elizabeth Herring, and Cindy Pitou Burton as they frame the fusion of sound, art, and the enchanting Ojai ambi

Mark your calendars for the 1st Annual M.O. Stuff, a multi-family, multi-property yard sale turning Meiners Oaks into a treasure trove!
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Kick-off is Saturday, May 4, from 9 am to 3 pm @bookends_bookstore, and 114 South Padre Juan will join in on Su

“Does Agriculture Have a Future in the Ojai Valley?” an immersive new exhibition @ojaivalleymuseum, is a heartfelt exploration of the land, the people, and the challenges they face. With captivating soil samples from local farms, poignant

Drew Mashburn's back with another tale from the past: A Grave Situation. Follow the story of a young team of gravediggers as they face the formidable task of manually excavating in the waterlogged earth of Nordhoff Cemetery. What begins as a chance t

🌱 Dive into Poco Farm's transformational journey with Yosephina Peters’ latest piece! Captured beautifully by @liampickhardt, discover how Grace Bueti Malloy turned a small Ojai plot into a hub of regenerative agriculture. From a for-profit to

Three gallery shows are opening this weekend! What a great rainy day thing to do.

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