Curb Your Art

Over the years enterprising curb painters have convinced Manhattan Beach homeowners that having their address stenciled on the curb in plain old black and white is so “inland.” Why display your address on the curb in easy-to-read black and white, when you can make an artistic statement?

In Manhattan Beach, painted curb themes feature the beach. Palm trees and the Manhattan Beach Pier are frequently included, along with dolphins, surfers, sunsets, and volleyball nets. Some include what I’m guessing is Catalina Island.

You can have your own curb masterpiece personalized to include dogs or cats or even school affiliation.

I thought these next-door neighbors from rival schools were interesting.

The painting does not even have to be on your curb. Some homes put them on the wall.

In the Tree Section, where some streets don’t have curbs, it can be a challenge to artfully display your address.

Personally, I favor the Cottage Plates from Balboa Island.