The Point Dume Art Walk returns for a second year
By Barbara Burke · Fri Aug 14 2026
The art-filled, fun community exhibition will add color and vibrancy to a Malibu weekend day
For the second year, the Point Dume Art Walk will provide visitors and residents with a delightful afternoon of art viewing and fun! Last year’s inaugural event was such a stellar experience for all the artists and attendees that organizer Monica DeMoulin has assiduously worked to organize this year’s fun-filled and art-filled experience. DeMoulin has arranged the event under the banner of the Point Dume Club Residents Association, and once again, the experience will open up area creatives’ studios and art spaces for attendees to enjoy.
On Sunday, Aug. 16 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., visitors to the Point Dume Club will have the opportunity to view pottery, photography, paintings in all media, jewelry, textile artworks, woodworking, crafts, artisan gifts and more. There is no admission cost. Visitors should simply check in at the main entry gate for a guest pass and a map of the many homes in the neighborhood where they can view locals’ artworks. The Club is located at 29500 Heathercliff Road.
“A truly wonderful experience!” Mari Stanley posted when DeMoulin first posted a notice on social media announcing that the event would be held again. Stanley exclaimed, “It’s been on my calendar since last August! We’re not missing it!”
A little reveal — many well-known local creatives’ works will be on show
A full 80% of the artists who participated last year are returning this year, according to DeMoulin, a ceramic artist who was delighted with how the event turned out last year. The self-guided neighborhood stroll features more than 30 local artists who have kindly extended an open studio invitation to attendees.
The walkable experience will once again feature fashion icon Betsey Johnson, a local and international legend, who will host guests at her famous pink house within the Point Dume Club. Along with her architect husband, Ed D’ Andrea, the couple will showcase contemporary and abstract art. Last year, Johnson sold all of her works that were on show, according to DeMoulin.
Wes Van Dyke, a hyper-realistic oil painter known for his works depicting Malibu’s ocean, surf and coast, will once again exhibit alongside his daughter, Kyla Van Dyke, 10, who is already an accomplished artist at her young age. Last year, Kyla’s creations, presented under the theme, “Two hearts One Canvas” set forth in mixed media, drew admiring compliments from discerning attendees. Kyla playfully infuses fun elements such as rubber duckies and pop-culture-themed items into her works, adding to the art walk’s fun-loving atmosphere.
“The event is really about celebrating and supporting fine and visual arts,” DeMoulin explained. She was inspired to curate the experience after attending the annual Monte Nido art walk that occurs every November.
The Point Dume Art Walk is, Wes Van Dyke declared last year, “A great way to share two generations of our family’s art with the community!”
“I’m the youngest artist here!” Kyla said with excitement last year when she was only nine years old. “I started gluing forks to canvas and also placed wood pieces on them. Now, I do mixed media with rubber ducks.”
Attendees can enjoy a plethora of art in various media created by 30 local artists. Readers may wish to make sure they visit the home at #228. There, DeMoulin and ceramicist Limor Pinz will display their creative and lovely ceramics.Guests can also enjoy woodworking creations by Tony and Shari Haynes, acrylic paintings by Maxine John, Helen Campanella and Denise Peak, Helen DeBoer, and abstract expressionist works by Shifra Wylder and Ed D’Andrea.
Jewelry and painted furniture by Susan Mintz caught many an eye last year, and Mintz is also participating again this year. Photography by Michael Manfredo will be exhibited as will his gorgeous museum-quality table books. Those are just a few of our talented artists on show on August 16th.
“Being part of the Point Dume Art Walk is the highlight of my summer!” Manfredo declared. “Photography and Point Dume are synonymous for me, so sharing photos of what I consider a sacred space is a true privilege.”
Pausing to reflect, Manfredo stated, “Last year’s show felt like a powerful revival following the Palisades fire as it brought locals together to mingle, connect beyond Nextdoor, and discover incredible local talent. I hope this year brings that same magic as we gather to celebrate our shared creativity, our local beauty and the warmth of the community.”
