Labels: Classes, Workshops

Short Documentaries of Marine life in SLO County Ocean
When: Friday, July 10th, 6-8 pm
Where: La Perla Del Mar, 205 Windward Ave., Pismo Beach
Admission: $5.00

See Biologist Terry Lilley’s amazing underwater movie in HD ~
used in television documentaries with Sylvia Earle of National Geographic
See hundreds of unusual creatures
~ new species never before filmed

For more info contact:
Terry Lilley (805) 441-2206 or
Barrie Valencia (805) 543-8717

Labels: Film

La Perla Del Mar is the newest wedding and reception destination on the Central Coast of California! Discover the pristine coastal setting of La Perla's mission style chapel and historic school house and gardens.



Celebrate your special day in the authentic, old world charm of La Perla Chapel and vintage Schoolhouse, just steps from the beach. Enjoy an experience that transcends the ordinary, creating memories that last a lifetime.



Tables and seating available for 150 guests, vintage pew seating available for 80. Sound and light systems, BBQ patio and large dining patio, one block from elegant restaurants, lodging onsite and nearby. Kayaking, surfing, golf, hiking, fishing, boating, wine-tasting.

Contact us to reserve your chapel wedding. Dial (805) 748-5547 or send us an email at laperladelmarchapel@gmail.com.



Testimonials

"Thank you for the beautiful 'La Perla del Mar' angel and for sharing your beautiful chapel with all our family and friends. It was so fun working with you. Thank you for all the hard work and time for making it perfect." --Heather and Patrick

"I can't thank you enough for La Perla del Mar Chapel....Every aspect was a delight and pleasing to my eyes and spirit.  We could not ask for more."  --from Teresa

"Our wedding was everything we dreamed and more!" --Emily and Nick

Labels: Weddings

MUSIC . . . FOOD . . .  FILM. . . to benefit surfrider foundation
BLUEGREEN - we are all connected-
features Keith Malloy, Layne Beachley, Robert August, Sean Collins and more...
narrated by Robert "Wingnut" Weaver
a documentary by Ben Keller   www.bluegreenconnection.com
music at 6pm, film at 7:30pm , TICKETS AT THE DOOR $8.00

LA PERLA DEL MAR • 205 WINDWARD AVE.
SHELL BEACH, CA • 748-5547 

Ben Keller, filmmaker will be present for Q and A after the film.

Labels: Events, Film

Honoring Octagenarian Artist, Chet Hill

A exhibit and sale of decades of oil paintings by Chet Hill will take place at La Perla del Mar Chapel in Shell Beach. Included are scenes from our beautiful Central Coast.  His impressionistic style and love for color are inspiring and heartwarming.
OPENING RECEPTION is Friday, February 27, from 6:30-8:30 with refreshments and is free to the public. La Perla del Mar will display the exhibit throught Mar12, with open days for viewing or call 748-5547 for times or questions. La Perla is located at 205 Windward Ave in Shell Beach, on the corner of Pearl and Windward.  Parking is on Pearl one block from the chapel.

Labels: Art Show, Events

March is just around the corner and so is one of the BEST EVENTS of the year...the 15th Annual San Luis Obispo International Film Festival! This is your chance to see literally over a hundred films from around the world that you might not see anywhere else, and that's not all! You'll get a chance to meet the filmmakers and actors face-to-face and hear stories about the making of the films...just like the Behind-the-scenes stuff on a DVD, but much better!

With ten days of exciting movies, workshops, parties and events happening all over SLO County, the best way to participate is to buy a pass. Three different passes are available, from the very affordable Movie Fanatic 6-film pass to the all-access Movie Mogul pass - they are all available for purchase online now at www.slofilmfest.org. Passes will get you in to screenings before single ticket buyers, helping avoid the disappointment of being turned away at a sold-out screening.

Labels: Film

www.metchikstudio.com
Aaron was recently featured on E True Hollywood Story as Zac Efron's (High School Musical 1,2,3 Hairspray, Summerland) private acting coach.

Labels: Acting

BLUE CHRISTMAS at La Perla del Mar in Shell Beach on December 21, 2008 from 4pm to 6pm FREE. For those grieving the loss of loved ones or jobs, those who are lonely, depressed, or just have difficulty with the season. Join with those who are of a similar spirit, yet together can find a spirit of hope. A sensitive gathering which will include gentle music, rememberances, reflections, food and caring. Contact us for more information.

Labels: Christmas, Events

Formerly the Shell Beach Methodist Church, La Perla del Mar is now the home of "At the Cross" ministry. Pastor Paul Sisemore leads worship service Sunday mornings. Services are at 10:30am and include Sunday School for children.

The recent dedication of La Perla del Mar was led by Pastor Paul and former Shell Beach Methodist Church Pastor Joe Nunziato (late 1950's-60's) with several church leaders from San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara County, including Pastor Randy Ouimette (St John's Lutheran Church), Pastor Patricia Muran (Iglesia de la Santa Cruz, Santa Maria), Pastor Dennis Jones (Sonset Place), Carol Wilcox (Cambria Pres), Pastor Pat Patmor (Women's minstry leader).

Testimonials

"La Perla Del Mar is a special place tucked in the neighborhood of Shell Beach. I found solace in your church and its pastor." --dc

Labels: Church

Award-winning documentary, One Winter Story, will be showing at La Perla Del Mar on October 9th and 10th. Filmmakers and subject of film will be present for Q&A. Benefits SLO Women's Shelter.

One Winter Story is an hour-long documentary that explores the life of big-wave surf pioneer and Ph.D scientist, Sarah Gerhardt, a relative unknown who made surfing history in 1999 as the first woman to surf Maverick's, the giant wave in Northern California. Using a montage of film and voice, "One Winter Story" traces Sarah's dramatic journey from poverty and despair to faith and forgiveness as she struggles to find her place both in the line up, and in the world.

Sarah grew up in the San Luis Obispo area, learned to surf there, and was so inspired by a local chemistry teacher that she decided to pursue the subject at Cal Poly, studying physical chemistry, and eventually attaining a doctoral degree in Santa Cruz.

Labels: Film

La Perla Del Mar is hosting Adult On-Camera Film Acting Classes this fall every Sunday, 5:30 - 8:30 pm, taught by professional film actor / director / producer Aaron Metchik. Fee is $150.00/month.

Learn the difference between acting for the camera and acting for the stage.

This fall Aaron Metchik teaches a comprehensive film acting class covering script breakdown, character building and methods to help you "live" through experiences with depth, subtlety, and authenticity rather than "perform" them for an audience.

Students will put up at least two scenes a month in class, each to be followed by discussion and critique. Every two months, each student may choose one of their scenes to be filmed from multiple angles and edited together for their demo reel.

Every several months, a "Best Of" showcase will be presented to the general public, where filmed scenes will be projected on a big screen and other scenes will be performed live.

Class instructor, Aaron Metchik, has over 15 years of professional acting experience. He has played major roles in seven motion pictures and over fifteen television shows, opposite such notable stars as Sissy Spacek, Keanu Reeves, Lara Flynn Boyle, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Tim Curry, Jim Belushi, and Rachel Leigh Cook.

Aaron has directed adult and child actors in both theater and film and has also coached professional actors privately, including central coast native mega-star, Zac Efron, before he landed his starring role in High School Musical.

Aaron earned his B.A. at the UCLA Film School. After graduating, he wrote the teenage sports screenplay "Slammin'" for Warner Bros. Studios, and in 2007, he directed the independent feature film "Ten Years Later" from a screenplay that he also wrote. He has another feature film, a comedy, currently in development.

Aaron lives and works in Los Angeles where he studies acting at the world renowned Ivana Chubbuck Studios. (Mrs. Chubbuck is the private acting coach to Brad Pitt, Halle Berry, Charlize Theron, Terrence Howard, Jake Gyllenhaal and many more of Hollywood's elite actors) Aaron studies with Ivana directly in her "Masters Class" every week.

While many of Aaron's students take his classes purely for fun, actors who are considering acting in film and television, should look no further for a place to develop their talents. Over the course of his Spring and Summer sessions, one of his central coast students booked a television promo and got a network screen test for a major new television series. Another has booked several roles in local independent films and several of his students have gotten the opportunity to meet and act for professional casting directors, producers and directors in Los Angeles.

Whether you join this program to pursue the arts as a profession, to build up your demo reel, or simply to enjoy the creative outlet and the fun that acting provides, you will receive the tools and the guidance necessary to advance your craft and take your acting to the next level.

No prior experience is necessary and students of all skill levels are welcome. Separate sessions for younger actors are also available.

To enroll, or for more information, emailMetchikStudioInfo [at] s10productions.com (that's "S - one - zero productions," not "SLO") or leave a message at (323) 488-9388

Labels: Aaron Metchik, Acting, Classes

La Perla Del Mar is hosting a 12-week Fall Youth Acting Program from September 6th to November 23rd, taught by Aaron Metchik - professional actor / director / producer. Classes are held Sundays, 2:20 – 5:20 pm. Fee for entire program is $450.00.

Aaron Metchik's fall acting program is for young students of all skill levels who have an interest in acting, performing, and filmmaking. The fall program will include improvisation, character building, filmmaking, music video production, and the performance of memorized scenes and monologues. Students will be in a positive environment that promotes creativity and makes learning the craft of acting fun! On the last day of the program, the young actors will present a "Best Of" showcase for friends, family, and the general public. Their film works will be projected on a big screen and their stage scenes will be performed live.

Here's a short example of our summer students' work.



THE INSTRUCTOR

Aaron Metchik currently works as a writer / director / producer in the in Los Angeles. In addition, he has been teaching acting and privately coaching young and adult actors, in los angeles and the central coast, for many years. While many of Aaron's students take his class just for fun, several have achieved success in Los Angeles including booking television, film and commercial roles, securing agents, and meeting and performing for casting directors, producers, and film directors.

Whether students join this program to pursue the arts as a profession, or simply to enjoy the creative outlet and the fun that acting and performing provides, this program is an excellent way to infuse this fall with fun, learning, and creativity.

To enroll in the Fall Youth Acting Program, or for more information, email MetchikStudioInfo [at] s10productions.com (that's "S - one - zero productions," not "SLO") or leave a message at (323) 488-9388.

Labels: Aaron Metchik, Acting, Classes