This Saturday, Sept 8 from 5 to 7 p.m., Forest & Ocean Gallery is featuring the photography of local Rich German and his “Blue Laguna” series. German will give an exciting and informative presentation about the ecosystem just beyond Laguna’s shorelines, as well as signing his new book “Blue Laguna.”

Paintings by Cydette Vikander and a special collaborative piece by German and Vikander will also be featured. Refreshments will be served, as guests also enjoy the music stylings of Alora Ashlie.

Opening July of 2012, Ocean & Forest is a fine art gallery devoted to varied forms of artistic expression and media, representing 30+ award-winning artists, including juried Festival artists.

Forest & Ocean Gallery is located at 480 Ocean Ave. For more information, call (949) 371-3383 or visit www.forestoceangallery.com. For more information about photographer Rich German, visit www.richgerman.com/blue-laguna.