Ken Auster

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The transition from surf art to serious impressionism was natural for Ken - his passion and obsession to reach a new understanding between himself and the oil painting medium took on a new intensity of discovery.

Ken's passion for painting is shared with hundreds of students who each year travel from around the world to attend his workshops in Laguna Beach and Carmel. With his life partner, Paulette Martinson, they have a thriving art world centered at their studio and gallery in picturesque Laguna Canyon. His work is collected by some of the most respected galleries and patrons.