


Porkchop, that adorn the outside of the old casino and are such a well known landmark of Asbury Park. Right beside the old Casino was the this spinning art contraption called the "spindorato'. Michael Indorato and a local musician were balanced on opposite sides of this thing. One playing guitar and singing, while the other was dripping paint onto the canvases below.
I took this short video, and spoke to Laura Buchetti, who accompanied Michael. Laura told me that Michael was an art teacher at Neptune, as well as being an artist. I also found out that she is the founder of Caring Canvas, a unique non-profit organization that gives children the opportunity to become immersed in art, in Asbury Park. After talking with her for a bit, and sharing contact information, and the possible idea of future projects together. Jeff and I decided to walk back to Barrio Costero for dinner and a few drinks (brunch was

SO good, we seriously had to try dinner). I ordered a rum based cocktail called 'Hotel National', which came with this cute little rabbit on the top (their logo), it was quite good. Everything was, the food, the drinks, the art. All a wonderful day. You'd think we were done, but we made one more stop in Belmar, at Torche Gallery. It was luckily open and we had the chance to meet artist Roddy Wilderman. We got to see him working one of his composite memory wood masterpieces and he stopped to chat with us about his work, and about upcoming projects he is working on, in NY and NJ. I really enjoyed our time in Asbury Park. I love that this city embraces its local art community and the artists have shaped it into this unique beach town full of character. It's really bounced back from the rundown Asbury, into a thriving town full of art, music, good food and beautiful beaches. If you ever get the chance, be sure to visit Asbury Park, it is a unique town, full of art and culture.
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