LA-Born Artist Beau Dunn Shares Her Insider’s Guide To The City Of Angels

Photo Credit: Malcom Joris @luvgenstudio

Beau Dunn is the quintessential L.A. girl. A native Angeleno, Dunn is highly regarded in the fields of contemporary art, fashion, beauty and collaborating with top brands as a digital influencer and ambassador. She is best known for her buzz-worthy photography, sculptures and paintings inspired by the paradox of childhood innocence, materialism, and consumerism; her series include Glam Barbie Portraits, Size Does Matter, Hello Kitty and “Need Money For…” neon sculptures. Dunn’s one-of-a-kind Glam Barbie print was featured in the prestigious Phillips Auction and some of her collectors include Claudia Schiffer, the Kardashian/Jenner women, Lily Collins, Rosie Huntington Whiteley and Rebel Wilson among others.

This year, Beau has stepped into the role of female entrepreneur with the launch of her new clothing and accessory line, Beau’s Babes. The fashion line allows you to custom embroidered denim jackets, sweaters and accessories with your name or favorite sayings on them. Beau is also very dedicated to giving back to the community and will be receiving the 2019 Spirit of Elysium award for her work and dedication to The Art of Elysium organization. Here, this L.A. lady shares her haute secrets to her home town, the City of Angels.

Where were you born: Los Angeles … Cedars Sinai ?

How long in LA: My whole life!

Neighborhood: Beverly Hills.

Occupation: Entrepreneur, Actress, Model & Contemporary Artist.

Favorite Restaurant: Polo Lounge @ The Beverly Hills Hotel.

Best Sushi: Not a fish eater, but I love Matsuhisa!

Best Italian: Madeo.

Best dessert: “The Boys Chocolate Pizza” at Craigs! + The chocolate chip cookies there!

Best place for a romantic date: Capo in Santa Monica.

Best Sunday brunch: Wolfgang Puck @ Hotel Bel Air.

Best place for a power business meeting: The Grill on the Alley.

If you have out of town guests, which hotel would you recommend? Beverly Hills Hotel or Hotel Bel-Air

Favorite shopping venue/boutique: Melrose Place.

Favorite place to buy jewelry/watches: Cartier and Geary’s Beverly Hills.

Best Spa: Olga Lorencin + Kinara (ask for Veronica and Olga!).

Favorite Charity Event: The Art of Elysium HEAVEN Gala.

Favorite Cultural Event: MOCA Gala.

Favorite Cultural Institution: The Getty Center + Getty Villa in Malibu.

Best Steakhouse: Wolfgang’s on Canon.

Best Pizza: Ameci (childhood memories from school!).

Best Lunch: The Ivy.

Best Gym/Athletic Facility: Training Mate.

Best Massage: Thibiant Spa (Ask for Serg).

Best Limousine/Driving Service: Uber!

Best Museum/Exhibit: The Broad

Describe your city in three words: Sunny, Vibrant, Home

Favorite historic/legendary place to see or explore: The Hollywood Sign. It’s great when you have guests in town :)

All-around favorite spot in Los Angeles: The Beverly Hills Hotel or Malibu.

Best Aspect of Los Angeles: Anything is possible… You can drive to the beach in the same day you can drive to snow (beware of traffic of course)

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