It really will be like the Phoenix rising out of the ashes, the rebirth

January 1, 2018 7:44 AM

Artist John Wullbrandt and his partner Jean-Claude Rivalland prepared for the inevitability of wildfire and fought the Thomas fire on their ranch near Carpenteria, saving the house but losing storage containers with John’s art and his studio — but having hope for renewal.‬ ‪

More of John’s paintings can be seen on his website.

posted by larrybob (3 comments total)

This video is embedded in the story, but if you prefer, here’s a direct link.
posted by larrybob at 8:03 AM on January 1, 2018

It's Carpinteria, not Carpenteria (source: resident in-laws).
posted by heatherlogan at 8:24 AM on January 1, 2018 [1 favorite]

tough break on the wood floors of the art preservation structures! but these guys are lucky to be alive
posted by thelonius at 8:28 AM on January 1, 2018 [1 favorite]