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Travel log/Worthwhile {Art} Visit: The Getty Center/Museum in Los Angeles

February 22, 2012
The Getty Museum is a place that breaks all your stereotypes of LA (no it’s not just a city of materialism) and reinforces other ones (the weather and view can really be perfect here).

It is definitely a worthwhile visit if you’re in the area (or the Getty Villa which I highlighted here).  The serene views, striking architecture, and surprisingly satisfying art collection are worth a drive away from the heart of LA.  My husband lived in LA for a few years and said that the Getty is all about the views.  The museum itself becomes part of the art experience.

Yes the views among the hills of LA are definitely a nice respite from the traffic and congestion below.

But the Getty also has a larger than expected and well curated art collection as well.  What I love about the collection is that it is not too large and covers every medium from sculptures and paintings to furniture (oh to have a room in this style at home!)

I particularly loved the impressionist selection (my absolute favorite style of painting!)  The light and movement in these paintings is captivating!  It is also wonderful to see a classic like “Irises” (and practice shooting paintings with no flash!).

Yes I’d return here again, perhaps with a small family one day!

Tip: There is a $15 parking fee per car so it is a great value if you visit with a small group and drive in together!

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  • Girlie Blogger February 22, 2012 at 07:46

    These are gorgeous. Love the house with the view.

  • Bestie February 22, 2012 at 12:21

    love the impressionists too. putting this on my list next time i am in l.a. (which sounds like i go there often, but really it could be years) a girl can dream!

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  • Kim February 22, 2012 at 14:30

    I’ve never been, but have seen the museum peeking over the hill as I’ve driven in Southern California. That room is gorgeous!

  • Nat February 22, 2012 at 17:17

    Wow what gorgeous views. Thanks for the tip my husband is always in LA for business and this looks like a nice break from the normal LA scene

  • Heather February 22, 2012 at 18:12

    Definitely one of my favorite places! I posted about the Getty Villa a few months ago, too. I love them both.

  • Mrs. Pancakes February 22, 2012 at 20:19

    So lovely!!!

  • drollgirl February 22, 2012 at 22:18

    oooooh, i am so glad you got to visit the getty! i live in la, and i haven’t been there in years. it might be time for me to visit again soon — the van gogh iris painting is one of the best paintings on earth, and i’d love to see it again!

  • Midnight Cowgirl February 22, 2012 at 22:54

    Looks amazing! I used to live in LA, but I never made it to the Getty 🙁

  • Elle Sees February 23, 2012 at 00:00

    love the getty museum!!

  • honey my heart February 23, 2012 at 01:42

    the getty is such a wonderful place. i enjoy getting lost in all of the buildings and taking in the beauty of their gardens.

  • The Less Than Domestic Goddess February 23, 2012 at 02:24

    Love the Getty! You’ve inspired me to pop in for a visit soon. 🙂

  • LyddieGal February 23, 2012 at 03:12

    wow, that looks like such a gorgeous museum – if i’m ever on the west coast i’ll have to try and visit.
    Chic on the Cheap

  • Bravoe Runway February 23, 2012 at 04:03

    These are gorgeous pictures, and I especially love the skylight in the main entrance.

  • Kim (A Very Sweet Blog) February 23, 2012 at 13:41

    Oh WOW! It is gorgeous. I wish I was on the west coast to see it. These pics are fab. Thanks for telling us about it.
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