Marineland of the Pacific
Perched on the cliffs of Palos Verdes overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Marineland of the Pacific was one of California’s most iconic ocean parks. Open from 1954 to 1987, it was part resort, part marine-life attraction—a blend of natural beauty and aquatic wonder. Long before large-scale theme parks took over, Marineland was a place where guests could marvel at dolphins, sea lions, and orcas, all set against sweeping ocean views.
This unique setting also became a creative sanctuary for artist Addison Loomis, who made waves—literally—by producing oil paintings underwater within the park's marine exhibits. The vibrant marine life and one-of-a-kind environment inspired Addison to create art in a way few have dared to attempt. His work captured not just the animals, but the spirit of the ocean itself.
Today, though Marineland no longer exists, its legacy lives on through the memories, photographs, and art created within its waters. The images on this site give a glimpse into that world—a place where the sea met imagination, and Addison Loomis brought it all to life with a brush and a tank of air.
