Untitled 54 Art Blog

El Soldado 2020

2020-07-22T19:19:00.000-07:00

I am so excited to have permission to paint this photo taken by Martha Benedict of my dear friend Leticia Zavala. I have always admired everything about it. This is the third "el soldado" that I have painted for the Cactus Gallery, Loteria show.
This is my third El Soldado so fun.
Title: "Donde deje mis chanclas!" (Sandra is this the right title for what Leticia said?
Size: 111/2 x 81/2
Medium: Acrylic, Resin, Framed
Price: https://cactusgalleryla.com/

"Loteria V" /Cactus Gallery/ Mezzanine of The Last Bookstore

2019-08-29T12:09:00.001-07:00

"Loteria V" ~ POP-UP SHOW in Downtown L.A.
Scheduled to run: September 21-October 5, 2019
RECEPTION: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 * 6P-9P
ADDRESS: Mezzanine of The Last Bookstore, 453 S. Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013

Lotería is a traditional Mexican game of chance, similar to bingo, that uses images on a deck of cards instead of plain numbers. There are 54 images; each has a name and an assigned number. The cards are very colorful and the imagery on them is broadly recognized in all of Mexico, other Latin American countries, as well as European nations.

The most recognized version of Lotería is the “Don Clemente Gallo” rendition which was introduced in Mexico in 1887 by the French businessman, Don Clemente Jacques. The owners today own the registered trademark and have continued this version through 3 generations with the original artwork remaining the same.

All 54 images of the original deck will be represented in the show. Here is a link to the original Loteria set: http://loteria.elsewhere.org/clemente1/

In addition, artists are creating cards from a second set of Loteria cards #55 - 108. These works will be 3" x 5" max. Here is a link to the lesser known set, which is equally fun ~ http://loteria.elsewhere.org/clemente2a/

Participating artists:

Jaclyn Alderete, Douglas Alvarez, Joe Alvarez, Olympia Altimir, Anima en Manus Art Dolls (Ioanna Tsouka), Ulla Anobile, Julie B., Lea Barozzi, Ruth Barrera, Skye Becker-Yamakawa, Terri Berman, Denise Bledsoe, Andrea Bogdan, Alea Bone, Catherine Bursill Moore, Lacey Bryant, Ivonne Carley, Jon Ching, Nancy Cintron, Joshua Coffy, Janae Corrado, Josie Del Castillo, Ghilly De Young, Bob Doucette, Pamela Enriquez Courts, Rosie Garcia, Ivan Godinez, Brenda Gomez, Annette Hassell, Lori Herbst, Veronica Jaeger, Patricia Krebs, Mavis Leahy, Ann Lim, Milka LoLo, Malathip, Jon Measures, Emma Mount, Samantha Mullen, Janet Olenik, Raul Pizarro, Sarah Polzin, Tania Pomales, Olga Ponomarenko, Myriam Powell, Johnny Quintanilla, Jen Raven, Valerie Savarie, Carolina Seth, Cat Sommer, Kelly Thompson, Roger Triviños, Holly Wood, Gabriela Zapata and Sabrino Zarco.

For collector preview, contact Sandra Mastroianni at sandra@cactusgalleryla.com.

I am so excited to again invited to "Loteria V" at Cactus Gallery! Please join us in the "Mezzanine of The Last Bookstore. It' such a fun show to paint and see. -kelly

Please don't forget to visit the amazing artists that have their studios and shops in the Mezzanine!

CEM

Acrylic, Gold Leaf, Letraset Letters, Resin on Wood, Framed

I am so happy to be painting the "ElSoldado" card again this year. Last year I chose "Joan of Arc". This year I was compelled to choose "Chelsea Elizabeth Manning". As a soldier, activist, whistle blower and wrongly imprisoned Patriot her story of injustice haunts me.

I celebrate her bravery and sacrifice in this painting.

Chelsea Manning's wiki page

Chelsea Manning latest news https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/chelsea-manning

Post for the Last Day of 2017 'GLITTER'

2017-12-31T14:56:00.000-08:00

https://www.facebook.com/events/963726760469651/

GLITTER Group Show
Opening reception: Saturday, January 13, 2018 * 6p-9p
Scheduled to run: January 13 - February 3, 2018

Artists Kelly Thompson and Stephanie Allespach are co-curating and welcoming in a shiny, happy New Year with a glitter themed show.
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Stephanie Allespach, Douglas Alvarez, Terri Berman, Denise Bledsoe, Andrea Bogdan, Kelly Brumfield-Woods, Nancy Buchanan, MaryKay Campbell, Carolyn Castano, Krista Chael, Nancy Cintron, Sydney Croskery, Baha H. Danesh, Earl Dittebrandt, Jill Emery, Eden Folwell, Ann Hars, Amber Leilani, Ted Meyer, Cathi Milligan, Martina Moreno (Love is Possible), Claudia Parducci, Jen Raven, Kelly Thompson, Holly Topping, Elizabeth Tremante, Marjan Vayghan, Kelly Vetter and more.

Consort

2016-01-23T17:04:00.004-08:00

I haven't blogged/posted in awhile. So Busy, but will try to do better. I'm so excited for a new show I am co-curating at Art Share L.A. It's been a crazy show to curate. Having many say they just couldn't collaborate with their consorts. To having a hell of a time collaborating with my own. I think it has been an interesting experience so far.

Hope to see you all there.

Saturday, February 13

at 7 PM

Art Share-LA

801 E 4th Pl, Los Angeles, California 90013

“Consort” Art Show at Art Share L.A.

Reception: Saturday, February 13, 6pm to 11pm

consort: the husband or wife of a reigning monarch; a partner or companion, esp. a husband or wife.

Art Share is pleased to announce our mid-February show, "Consort", curated by Kristi Engle, Kelly Thompson, and Cheyanne Sauter.

The curators have invited artist partners and couples from the Los Angeles area to collaborate and create, resulting in brand new work that springs from the reality of their being "together".

Partners, wives, husbands, companions, associates, roommates, lovers. The word "partner" or "couple" can take on many shades of meaning, from harmonious dance to clashing acrimony.

Together and separately, we asked our artist couples to consider and reflect on their relationships. The new works on display touch on all aspects of being together, and colorfully illustrate the struggles of creatively living and expressing in the every day.

Come explore with us the wonderfully varied viewpoints of what it means to be together in the modern world.

Participating artists are:

Stephanie Allespach & David Matsu
Catherine Bennaton & Cory Sewelson
Terri Berman & Doug Alvarez
Carolyn Castano & Gary Dauphin
Sydney Croskery & Chris Shinkus
Kristi Engle & Daniel Brodo
Michaele Jaquis & Jeremy J. Quinn
Susan Logoreci & Brian Cooper
Snow Mack & Kevin Mac
Mary Jean Mallman & Brian Mallman
Carrie Rose & Be Hussey
Wendy Sherman & Jim C. Scott
Cathy Stone & David E. Stone
Anna Stump & Ted Meyer
Kelly Thompson & John Barnes
Elizabeth Tremante & Ben Dean
Marjan Vayghan & Jesse Booth
Susan C. Weber & Martin O. Garcia

7th Annual Bird Show/Cactus Gallery 2015

2015-06-11T11:05:00.000-07:00

RECEPTION: Saturday, June 13, 2015 :: 6p-9p

Scheduled to run from June 13 - July 7, 2015

Cactus Gallery
3001 North Coolidge Avenue
Los Angeles (Elysian Valley aka Frogtown), CA 90039

Cactus Gallery is pleased to present THESE BIRDLY DELIGHTS, our 7th annual bird themed group show. People have always been fascinated by animals. Birds, in particular, seem to have sacred and secular meanings, which can be positive and negative, and their use is evident in religion, music, mythological tales, and visual art.

These feathered creatures can convey emotion or even comment on society. Birds and their symbolism vary greatly depending on different cultures and religions. Generally, birds are thought to symbolize freedom; they can walk on Earth, swim in the sea, and soar in the sky. They can be symbols of eternal life; perhaps a link between heaven and Earth. Some believe they are an omen of death, and yet others believe they represent wisdom, peace, and prosperity. Birds and their symbolism vary greatly depending on different cultures and religions.

Please join us to celebrate their powerful symbolism as seen through the eyes of 55+ artists. This show features an eclectic collection of media: oil and acrylic on canvas and wood, mixed media on canvas and wood, hand embroidery, paper mache, linocut prints, pencil, pen, and ink on paper, prismacolor, chalk pastel and colored pencil on paper and mylar, polymer clay and paper clay art dolls and sculptures, hand stitched felt, paper cut outs, wood carving, forged jewelry and mixed media sculpture.

Contact Sandra at semastroianni70@yahoo.com at for purchase info.

So very excited to be a part of this amazing family. Thank you for all you do for the arts Sandra!

I saw this little guy, fell in love with him and had to paint him.

Sold

Also so thanks for including him in this Hometown Pasadena post.

http://hometown-pasadena.com/talk-of-our-towns/these-birdly-delights/102417

Lummis Day Festival 2015

2015-06-11T10:38:00.002-07:00

June 5th thru 7th 2015!

I'm very happy to be a part of the Lummis Day Festival this year. Here is a photo of my installation at the Lummis Home. 'Colony' representing art and community. We are all like little aunts in a 'colony' working for a better NELA. The kids had a great time destroying them. ;)

The Amazing Linda Kay at the Southwest Museum!

Our fearless leader at the Lummis Home Heather Hoggan.

10th Annual Lummis Day Schedule

In celebration of 10 years, Lummis Day expands:
Three Days, Five Locations on June 5, 6 and 7, 2015

MARIACHI PLAZA, FRIDAY JUNE 5, 4 – 8 PM
* 4:00    Suspect
* 4:40    Luis J. Rodriguez
* 5:10    Jessica Fichot
* 6:00    Casa 0101 Theater: Excerpt from    “Cholas, Chicanas y Chisme”
* 6:30    Diavolo Institute Youth Performance Company from STAR Prep Academy       performing T.R.U.S.T.
* 7:00       Mariachi Tierra Mexicana de Oscar Chavez

SOUTHWEST MUSEUM, SATURDAY JUNE 6, 10AM – 4PM
* 10:00       Exhibit, “Back to The Roots: A Tribute to Richard Duardo” opens
* 12:00       Tribute to Richard Duardo program with Wayne Healy
1:00        “Back to the Roots” themed poetry hosted by Linda Kaye. Poets Vibiana            Aparicio-Chamberlin, Jim Bolt, Judith Terzi, Jeff Rogers, Miriam Quezada Hagerman, Alfredo Madrid. Accompanied by Saxaphonist: Joel Shryack
* continuous: Music by Dave Porter, Hector Sanchez
* 4:00 Exhibits close

YORK PARK AT AVENUE 50, SATURDAY JUNE 6, 2PM – 6PM
* 2:15 Mariachi Tradicion de Fernando Rios
* 3:00   Elliot Caine Quintet
* 3:55   Pacific Opera Project
* 4: 35 Celtic Céili Dancers and Aedan McDonnell, Step Dancer
* 5:15 Attic Empire
* continuous: Chalk artists Willie Zen, Mri Scott Elbey, Adriana Salgado, Lori            Antoinette W, Aldonia R. Bailey, Liz Espinoza, and Ever Galvez

SOUTHWEST MUSEUM, SUNDAY, JUNE 7, NOON– 5:00 PM
* 12:00 Exhibit, “Back to The Roots: A Tribute to Richard Duardo” opens
* 2:00, 2:45 and 3:00PM: Music: Neighborhood School String Ensemble

5:00 close

LUMMIS HOME, SUNDAY, JUNE 7 – 10:30AM – 5PM
* 10:20    Ted Garcia Blessing
* 10:30 Musical interlude: Mason Summit
* 11:00    Poets Suzanne Lummis, Jim Natal, William Archila
* 12:00 Reception
* 12:00   Crafts Exhibits
* 12:00-continuous Music by Dave Porter, Hector Sanchez

SYCAMORE GROVE PARK, SUNDAY, JUNE 7, 12 NOON – 7 PM

STAGE ONE
* 12:30       Ted Garcia, Native American Blessing
* 1:00 Chickwood
* 2:05 Stand Easy
* 3:25        Trio Ellas
* 4:40        Susie Hansen Latin Band
* 6:10 Buyepongo

STAGE TWO
* 1:40        Sirenesque
* 2:50        Louise Reichlin & Dancers/ Los Angeles Choreographers & Dancers
* 4:05        Futuro/The Jr. Dance Company ofCONTRA-TIEMPO
* 5:35       Ballet Coco

STAGE THREE
* 1:00       The Slightlys
* 1:50   Hobart W. Fink
* 2:50       Salt Petal
* 3:55        Cuñao

* 5:00        Evangenitals
STAGE 4 – EMERGING TALENT
* 1:00        Franklin Students
* 1:45 The Amps
* 2:45        The Arte Flamenco Dance Theatre: Flamenco and Hip-Hop
* 3:45       The G.A. Squad (Grand Arts Squad)
* 4:45       57 Bossa

PUPPETS AND PLAYERS / BUGS AND BALLOONS STAGE

* 1:15 Puppets & Players / Bugs & Balloons Stage
* 1:55        We Tell Stories
* 2:50       Puppets & Players Little Theatre
* 3:30        Earthworm Ensemble
* 4:25        Kate the Balloon Girl
4:40        Puppets & Players Little Theatre

FAMILY AREA
Continuous: Avenue 50 Studios Papel Picado
The Franklin Robotics Team
Tongva crafts with Julia Bogany, Tribal Elder, San Gabrielino Band of Mission Indians
Home Depot/Color Spot
Eco Voices with The Urban Science Corps

Art Share LA

2015-03-27T12:26:00.001-07:00

Art Share L.A.

801 E. Fourth Place
Los Angeles, CA 90013
213-687-4278

On Thursday, May 14th 2015 Art Share L.A. will host a cocktail reception gala event to raise money to fund their mission of supporting emerging artists by providing a creative arts center in rapidly growing Arts District of Downtown Los Angeles. Honoree Kent Twitchell is providing 8 images from his 40-year career and 2 never-before-seen images to be displayed on a network of billboards to create a public art exhibition throughout Los Angeles provided by Clear Channel Outdoor.

Kent Twitchell has been creating murals in Los Angeles since 1971 when he created a 30’ tall image of Steve McQueen. Images included in this project include the famous mural portrait “The Hollywood Freeway Lady”, “LA Chamber Orchestra”, “LA Marathon Runners”, “Lita Albuquerque Monument” and never before displayed “Michael Jackson Monument” and the soon to be painted “The Return on Ed Ruscha”. All featured images will be on display and for purchase at Above the Streets gala event.

Above the Streets will be an evening of celebration from 6:00 – 10:00PM. Art Share’s creative center will be fully activated with a silent auction highlighting emerging artists works, passed food and cocktails provided by Traxx Restaurant, and a program presenting Kent Twitchell with the Esteemed Artists Award by Isabel Rojas-Williams of the Mural Conservancy of Los Angeles (MCLA).

Confirmed Billboard Locations Include:

· Venice @ Motor

· La Cienega @ Jefferson

· Wilshire @ Western

· La Cienega @ Horner

· Cotner @ Pico

· La Cienega @ Airdrome

Art Share L.A.: The Arts District is the fastest growing area in Los Angeles with real estate prices increasing and new developments springing up every day. Art Share LA’s 16-year history allows our creative arts center to be in a position to engage the new community and give them access to creative space. Art Share L.A.’s mission is to support artists by providing a creative environment to reside, develop, perform and exhibit their works. Art Share inspires artists and provides connection to the community for shared benefit.

To check out the ongoing exhibitions and events at Art Share L.A., visithttp://artsharela.org/ for more information.

Event Info: Above the Streets
Date: Thursday, May 14, 2015 – 6:00-10:00PM
Location: Art Share L.A., 801 E. 4th Place, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Contact: Cheyanne Sauter
Art Share L.A.
(310) 926-6657
cheyanne@artsharela.org

http://www.laweekly.com/event/above-the-streets-kent-twitchell-5506352

So pleased to be a part of this fundraiser for Art Share LA and to celebrate the art of Kent Twitchell. Also glad to hear these two "Little Ladies" were able to make some money for the event! Cheers.

BUNNYMANIA

2015-03-27T11:41:00.000-07:00

Osceola Refetoff

Prepare yourself for the cute, the grotesque, the beautiful...and everything in between!

TONIGHT 3/27/15

"BUNNYMANIA"
a multi-artist, rabbit-themed exhibit benefiting

The National Museum of Animals and Society.

Curated by Peter Frank and Delia Cabral

Chungking Studio in Chinatown [DTLA]

975 Chung King Rd. │Los Angeles, CA 90012

Map Link

Hours:

Fri: 6 to 9pm

Sat: 6 to 9pm

Sun: 1 to 4pm

March 27 – 29, 2015

*Opening Reception March 27th From 6:00pm to 9:00PM

Bunny meet and greets Friday & Saturday

By Bunny world Foundation

included in la weekly's "THE BEST FREE L.A. ART PARTIES THIS WEEK".

Wilding Cran Gallery Unit B in the Arts District [DTLA]

939 South Santa Fe Ave. │Los Angeles, CA 90021

Hours:

Thur: 11 to 4pm

Fri: 11 to 4pm

Sat: 12 to 7pm

April 4 – 18, 2015

*Opening Reception April 4th from 6:00pm to 9:00pm

On April 18th, the last day of Bunnymania,

We will feature a special guest presentation by world-renown bunny expert

Dr. Margo DeMello (1 pm)

and a curated bunny-themed film fest to follow.

Suggested donation: $5 museum members; $8 non-members.

Bunny meet and greets every Saturday

By Bunny world Foundation

Please take a moment to visit BUNNIEMANIA website for details and a available work.

Participating Artists:

Addona Khare, Bibi Davidson, Bogdan Dumitrica, Brian Duda, Corrie Gregory, Dana Feagin, Daniela Schweitler, Dave Ghilarducci, Debra Broz, Dilip Niroy, Georgie Flood, Gretchen Ryan, Heather Matton, Inge Dehenin, Jane O’Hara, Karen Florito, Karrie Ross, Kathryn Pitt, Kelly Thompson, Kim McCarty, Kim Tucker, Lara Regan, Marina Hebert, Mary McGill, Mark Blatchford, Megh Raj Thapa, Michelle Waters, Moniuque Rebelle, NAMAAK Collective, Nina Salerno- (Perfect Reject), Osceola Refetoff, Paul Evans, Paula De La Cruz, Penny Collins, Rafael Perea De la Cabada, Raul Contreras, Rhea Korito, Rikki Niehaus, Sally Ann Field, Salomon Huerta, Sandra Vista, Sarah Hardt, Sarah Stone, Susan Coates, Suzanne Walsh, Trine Churchill, Valerie Daval

I am very excited be a part of this fun bunny lovin benefit. My work will be on view at Wilding Cran Gallery April 4-18 2015. I "hop" to see you at the opening the 4th 6:00/9:00pm.

"There You Are"

Acrylic, Resin, Framed on Canvas

This Piece was completely inspired by this show. I had a great time painting it. She is waiting by the front door soon to be packaged up and ready to go.

"Communing with the Ancestors" Ulla Anobile and guest artists.

2015-03-23T15:21:00.001-07:00

“Communing with the Ancestors”

Scheduled to run: April 11 - May 5, 2015

RECEPTION: Sat., April 11 * 6p-9p

ADDRESS: 3001 North Coolidge Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90039

In putting together this show Sandra Mastroianni asked featured artist Ulla Anobile, whose 70th birthday prompted the show, to gather some of her thoughts, which you can read below.

The theme can mean so many different things. It can be as complex as trying to understand the heritage and beliefs of a particular society and the traditions we grew up with and continue with loyalty. Or it can be as simple as the feeling one gets when looking at a photograph of a grandparent. Or it can be all the unanswered questions regarding one's ancestry.

VIA ULLA ANOBILE: ”As I've grown older, understanding where I came from has become increasingly important. Now, looking at the improbable age of 70, communing with the ancestors, hearing what they may have to tell me, seems necessary, even vital.

So many of us have lost the connection to our roots and to the ancestral soil through various upheavals, dislocations, losses, neglect. To me, the ancestral soil means not only the physical dirt and its location (though those matter too, a lot!) but also the cultural, emotional and spiritual background from which I emerged. It has become clear to me that I've not only inherited the physical DNA of my ancestors, but also, to a great extent, the DNA of my psyche.

I've come to realize that the ancestral connection can be found in startling ways. It can be a strong reaction to a piece of music, or a surge of emotion when seeing an old photo, or a sense of recognition when reading about old customs, traditions and beliefs. Even seeing a map or a list of names found on the Internet can bring up a memory even where memories should not exist. Saying aloud the name of a lake, river or village can create a spark: yes, that is where my roots are, that is where my unknown ancestors once lived.

I've felt a sense of belonging when touching a material - wood, bark, burlap - that was important in my cultural background. I've felt it when putting the needle through cloth in the repetitive work of cross-stitching. A glimpse of a color - the combination of red and black, in my case - can awaken a deep response. So can connecting with an animal that turns out to have been of totemic importance.

Traces of the ancestral past do remain alive in the present: in stories heard, songs sung, words used, sayings and proverbs repeated, a dialect spoken, rituals clung to. Some of us have family bibles, even drawings of family trees; others have just a vacuum filled with the vaguest recollections. But I do believe that by making an effort to create a connection to those who came before us - however that is accomplished - can make us just a little bit wiser, just a little bit more whole."

Sandra Mastroianni

Cactus Gallery
http://www.cactusgalleryla.com
http://www.cactusgallery.blogspot.com
323.801.8669

Thank you to Ulla and Sandra for including me in this amazing show. I am very excited to show a few new pieces I am working on. As soon as they are finished I will share them here. You can contact Sandra if your interested in owning them.

xxoo

Cannibal Flower March/2015

2015-03-23T15:02:00.001-07:00

Cannibal Flower March 2015

So excited to be seeing my Cannibal Flower loves this March. This is a one night show but if you're interested in any of the work please contact L.C. he would be happy to help you. You can also see some of more of the show on their facebook page.

Here is my piece for the show. It's called "Dirty Sweet" part of my made up D.I.Y. Ladies Series.
Acrylic on Canvas.

LOTERIA! Cactus Gallery

2015-03-23T14:51:00.002-07:00

Happy Anniversary Cactus!!! Come and Celebrate 10 fantastic years of Art For The People.
Thank you Sandra Mastroianni for you love and generosity to us all. I am so proud to be a part of the Cactus Family.

My card was El Gorrito. I used some wood I got from the dumpster on a tv show. Texture, Acrylic and Beads, Framed.

SOLD!

Cactus Gallery
3001 North Coolidge
Los Angeles, CA
(323) 801-8669 Call for appointment
https://www.pinterest.com/cactusgallery/

Tiny Treasures IX

2014-11-12T16:11:00.002-08:00

I am really excited to be at Cactus Gallery for the Holidays. It's one of my favorite places to show as well as a fun group of artists. Please join us for the reception on November 15th I will be there with my new "little ladies" mini legs part of the 'Feminine Deportment' series. There are 5 pieces, 20"x20" each Resin, Acrylic, ink with a single top and bottom wood frame. They will be priced to gift and own. ;) Have a wonderful Holiday Season everyone what ever you celebrate.

Tiny Treasures IX Exhibit

Scheduled to run November 15 - December 23, 2014

RECEPTION: Sat., November 15 :: 3p-7p

ADDRESS: 3001 North Coolidge Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90039

For purchase contact Sandra Mastroianni
Cactus Gallery
http://www.cactusgalleryla.com
http://www.cactusgallery.blogspot.com
323.801.8669

Heads Will Roll

2014-08-06T13:18:00.001-07:00

I can only let these amazing powerful women's bio's and statements speak for themselves. This has and continues to be an amazing experience. Thank you to Mat Gleason and Bryan Chagolia at Coagula Curatorial for you generosity, kindness and professionalism in making our show a reality. Also thanks to Mike Vegas art installer extraordinaire.

“HEADS WILL ROLL’ GROUP ART EXHIBIT

July 30-August 11

Reception: Saturday, August 2, 7-11 pm Featuring live performance by Little T and the Swigs

Gallery Hours Wednesday-Saturday 12-5pm

Coagula Curatorial is pleased to announce our early August group exhibition Curated by Kelly Thompson, Featuring Alice Bag, Diane Gamboa, Meg Madison, Shizu Saldamando, Lorraine Scognamillo, Kelly Thompson, Sashiko Yuen

"Heads Will Roll" - it’s not a concept, it’s an attitude! These 7 strong, talented artists are united in their passion for living a creative lifestyle. Not always satisfied with just one form of creative outlet, they are not afraid to explore, experiment, and organically evolve, traits seen in the evolution of "Heads Will Roll" itself.

This show brings together emerging as well as established artists from different backgrounds and cultural experiences. The strength of this group is a mutual respect and support for one another as well as a vision for equality and empowerment. Through their distinctive voices these artists hope to inspire the audience to individually move forward while communicating a message of mutual support and inclusion.

Bio:

Alice Bag was the lead singer of The Bags, a punk band that helped to spearhead the West Coast punk revolution of 1977. After spending many years as a working musician in Los Angeles, she moved to Arizona in 2006. She was slow to get to know people there and without the opportunity for musical collaborations, she was forced to find new forms of creative expression. Alice threw herself into writing, sewing, and baking and started taking fine art classes through the continuing education department at a local community college. Occasionally, she would post a painting on social media and upon return to L.A., she received an invitation from artist, curator and friend Kelly Thompson to be part of a group show.

Alice is a long-time blogger turned author whose first book, Violence Girl, East L.A. Rage to Hollywood Stage was published on Feral House in 2011. She's also a former bilingual elementary school teacher. An outspoken Artivista and self-proclaimed troublemaker, Alice plans to display several pieces depicting punk feminism as part of the Heads Will Roll exhibit.

Statement:

When I considered the title of the show I thought of phallic heads, patriarchal symbols and figure heads. Heads Will Roll brought to mind a punk band I used to play with in the early eighties called Castration Squad. The titular castration was never aimed at men, it was aimed at male privilege and gender inequality, it was aimed at infiltrating male dominated spaces and doing it with the irreverence and creativity of punk rock. My paintings focus on the women of Castration Squad who will always be my sisters and who continue to be audacious in their personal and professional lives.

Bio:

Diane Gamboa received her degree from Otis College of Art and Design. She is a recipient of a California Community Foundation Individual Artist Grant, and her solo exhibitions include “Bruja–Ha” at Tropico de Nopal Gallery and “Chica Chic” at Patricia Correia Gallery in Santa Monica. In the early ‘80s, she photographically documented the East Los Angeles punk rock scene. Throughout most of the ‘80s, she was associated with ASCO, a conceptual multi-media performance art group. Gamboa organized numerous site-specific "Hit and Run" paper fashion shows — created as easily disposable streetwear. The shows became quite popular and some designs ended up in museums. During the ‘90s, she found herself using the tension and stress involved in the urban environment to create new works, leading her to develop a Pin Up series of 366 ink drawings on vellum as an in-depth study of male-female relationships. These works led to her “Endangered Species” series, which recreates some of the Pin Up drawings in a three-dimensional form. Many of the figures in the Pin Up drawings are covered in tattoos, which is an ongoing fascination for Gamboa.

Bio:

Meg Madison is an artist who uses photography to conceptually examine contemporary life. She was born and raised in New York City, studied film at San Francisco University with Trinh T. Minh-ha who taught her “the things surrounding the subject are as important as the subject.” Madison moved to Los Angeles in 1988 and a series of traumatic events motivated her to purchase a twin-lens Rolleiflex and begin making photographs. After a decade of taking pictures Madison had her first solo exhibit in 2005 with the Kristi Engle Gallery. The exhibit, Surface Streets was called by Holly Meyers in the Los Angeles Times “a poetic visual essay that explores the most common of daily activities- driving- with fresh eyes. Madison continued showing with the Kristi Engle Gallery and has been involved in many collaborative art and photography projects as well as numerous group shows. Her photographs have won awards and are in many private and institutional collections.

Madison is part of the collective OIMOA (Optical Image Makers of America) that is working on a photography show of the “the invisibles” ; OIMOA was awarded Venice Arts First Fresh Perspective Curatorial Exhibit in 2013 for their show NARRATIVE SPACE. Madison has curated and organized exhibitions, fundraisers, and collaborates with other artists in Los Angeles.

Statement:

“Letters to mother” explores cultural ritual and myth in the form of the traditional birthday card. This series includes 31 birthday cards, one for each day of the supposed birthday “month” celebrated by the mother depicted in the series.

The abundance of birthday greetings helps the viewer observe the underlying dysfunction of family relations. Cultural ritual dictates that birthday cards call for best wishers and express fondness for the recipient. In these pictures the artist’s letters the body of text, in neat catholic school handwriting, illustrating the never-ending quest for parental approval. With a nonchalant tone the cards make statements in direct contradiction to the cultural norm of both the exaltation the mother, and the celebration of the birthday. The text reveals unresolved family drama in emotions bubbles of family secrets.

There is also a handmade limited edition book of the cards, a children’s book has been deconstructed and the pages of the cards have been substituted. Teddybears Cookbook “Letters to Mother” is a handmade limited edition of 20 that alters the original children’s book by inserting the artists birthday cards to her mother. The original hardcover is Teddybears Cookbook by Susanna Gretz, & Alison Sage, Doubleday & Company, the substitution of 34 pages of artists inserts. Los Angeles 2010 The children’s book in the viewer’s hands in not what it seems, the cards are not what they seem, and the photographs pose countless questions for the viewer.

Bio:

Shizu Saldamando is a Los Angeles-based artist who has exhibited her drawing, painting, sculpture and video work both locally and internationally. She received her B.A. from UCLA’s School of Arts and Architecture and her Masters degree in art from California Institute of the Arts. She has worked as a general staff for such organizations as Center for the Study of Political Graphics, Self-Help Graphics & Art in East Los Angeles, and Slanguage Studio in Wilmington, CA. She is the recipient of the California Community Foundation’s Fellowship for emerging artists and one of the co-founders of Community Foundation’s Fellowship for emerging artists and one of the artist-run cooperative Monte Vista Projects in Los Angeles. She currently teaches drawing to continuation high school students in Los Angeles and is learning tattoo.

Statement:

I am interested in the way subculture function and manifests itself through fashion and music. Visual codes are re-interpreted and remixed with new generations by recontextualizing seemingly outdated fashion, music and language. This remix within subculture is often in contrast and a response to mainstream marketing and co-optation. I am interested in capturing specific fleeting social moments within local backyard parties, independent music shows, and the like, but I also am considering the pervasive and problematic context of binary subjectivity (good vs. evil) by depicting personal moments of reflection and contemplation that resist this limiting categorization. I view portraiture as a means to reclaim self image and subjectivity not only in response to mainstream media’s flattening and one dimensional gaze, but also as a pro-active process in that enables and gives agency. I use a mix of materials within the process such as wood, bed sheets, color pencil, washi paper and ball point pen, to give nod to the varying contexts and situations I depict. My overall objective is to create images with unconventional materials, honoring people and moments that resist categorization and question the existing archetypal and hierarchical norms.

Bio:

Lorraine Scognamillo has been in and around the art world for the last several decades. She studied in the 80’s at Otis Parsons and worked on a variety of different committee based art projects. Lorraine has also been involved with art production for TV and film. For the last 15 years, she has been running the art department for a non-profit enrichment program. Despite the fact Lorraine has been immersed in art, this will be her first art show.

Statement:

For this show, I am influenced by vintage postcards depicting mischievous devils. I used recycled and vintage material to recreate the modern trickster. At times, challenging someone or something to change using a sense of humor can allure one into viewing a different outlook acknowledging heads can roll in laughter too!

Bio:

Kelly Thompson began her art career working as a graphic artist in Chicago, then relocated to Los Angeles where she continues to exhibit and work as a motion picture set painter. A community based artist who’s work is inspired by the people and situations around her. Thompson is deeply rooted in local as well as global culture. As a feminist and artist, Woman's rights and socially political issues are an ongoing strong influence in her work. Her paintings have been seen in Galleries, Museums, Television Shows, Feature Films as well as in many private collections. She is an avid cyclist and passionate about promoting bicycle safety and alternative transportation.

Thompson's recent work is based on Feminine Deportment. “Deportment refers to the way a lady carries herself; how she moves, walks, inclines her head, her manners etc. A lady walks, talks, eats, stands, quite differently than a male counterpart and it is the sum of all of these parts that embodies what it is to be a lady”, via the Glamour Boutique website. Exploring the feminine illusion according to these differences and society's expectations of what it is to be Feminine. These works mostly consist of woman's legs in what are socially appropriate or acceptable ways for a lady to behave.

Statement:

I'm excited to expand on my Feminine Deportment painting series for the “Heads Will Roll” exhibition. In this new work, I’m exploring how clothing, uniforms, and outerwear communicate ideas that may challenge the feminine illusion. These simple articles of clothing can change and shape the way the world and society view a woman, and, as women ourselves, inevitably mold our own personal reactions. One of my new works is in honor of the "Gulabi Gang", Hindi for the “Pink Gang.” This group of heroic and fearless women in India that has taken it upon themselves to protect the poor and call out the country’s most corrupt officials, popularizing their actions by wearing a commonplace pink sari. Another painting in the show is titled “Girl Scout Uniform”. This simple uniform invokes a myriad of personal experiences among American women of all cultural backgrounds.

Bio:

Sashiko Yuen, aka Wishcandy, is an odd nomad currently located in Southern California. Often going on adventures in SF, NYC, DC, and Baltimore to refuel. She spends her time creating work referred to as , "a candy-coated horror show," inspired by retro culture, street fashion, kitsch, beauty and the grotesque.

Statement:

My work is a double-edged sword. It's bright, colorful, and fun but it tackles darker subjects. I enjoy exploring both the beautiful and the grotesque. They're not mutually exclusive.

I'm currently creating work based on juxtaposing opposites, listening to the subconscious, and emotions. Some of the themes include rebellion, ridiculousness, indulgence, restriction, sadness, violence, and femininity. Encouraging others to reject standard societal expectations and create their own stories. Building a collection of women with bad attitudes. It's definitely semi-autobiographical, powerfully packed with metaphors and a sense of humor!

Coagula Curatorial was launched in 2012 by Mat Gleason, founder/editor-in chiefof Coagula Art Journal, a publication which gained notoriety for its no-holds-barred critique of contemporary art and the art world. To celebrate 20 years of publishing Coagula Art Journal, Gleason opened Coagula Curatorial as a premier exhibition space of contemporary art. Located in the historic Chinatown district of Downtown Los Angeles, Coagula Curatorial is the commercial gallery component of the Coagula empire, and in its short tenure has risen to prominence with solo shows by Karen Finley, Llyn Foulkes, Kim Dingle, Mark Dutcher, Tim Youd, Gronk, among others.

Alice Bag

Kelly Thompson

Sashiko Yuen

Med Madison

Diane Gamboa

Shizu Saldamando

Lorraine Scognamillo

Squaring The Circle/LA Art Girls

2014-08-06T12:49:00.001-07:00

I am so excited to be participating in this amazing project representing the LA Art Girls. Thank you to Stephanie Allespach for curating our part of this temporary residence.

Squaring the Circle Craftwoman House and Hinterculture
30 ARTISTS, A ONE-DAY EVENT AT THE SITE OF THE FORMER LLANO DEL RIO COLONY IN HONOR OF ITS CENTENNIAL. Craftswoman House and Hinterculture present Squaring the Circle: Llano del Rio Centennial an interdisciplinary arts event on Saturday, May 3rd, 2014 from 1 pm to 6pm with site specific installations and performances on view to mark the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Llano del Rio Cooperative Colony, a utopian socialist community established in 1914 by Job Harriman in Southern California?s Antelope Valley. The event participants who reflect diversity in their work as historians, visual artists, filmmakers, writers, choreographers, dancers, musicians, activists, and transdisciplinary practitioners responding to questions that Llano inspires. How does site-specific place, and the historical archive relate to artists and their contemporary expression? How has the categorization of Feminism, Socialism, Utopia and Collaboration shaped artists' practices? Can we square the circle and propose evolution into an alternative future? http://tempresidence.blogspot.com/2014/04/30-artists-one-day-event-at-site-of.html

For my personal contribution to the event. I silk screened patches that simply said Feminist as well as a workshop to make 'sit-upons' a long time Girl Scout camping project.

Participating LA ART GIRLS Stephanie Allespach, Chloe Boleyn, Sydney Croskey, Felis Stella, Kelly Thompson, Marjan Vayjhan

Cactus Gallery, "Light&Shadow"

2014-04-08T21:26:00.004-07:00

Congratulations Ulla! Looks so Great.

Cactus Gallery is pleased to present Light and Shadow, featuring multimedia works by twelve female artists. Featured artist is Ulla Anobile.

'Light & Shadow' examines the ideas of light and shadow in myth, nature and the mystery of the psyche. This exhibit features an eclectic collection of mediums: paper mache, oil on canvas and wood, mixed media on canvas and wood, paper cut, acrylic on wood, graphite on paper, mixed media on paper, textile and ceramics. Please join us!

Show runs April 12 - May 8, 2014.

For pre sale information, contact Sandra at semastroianni70@yahoo.com

Come to Frogtown Saturday Aparil 12th. Thanks to Ulla and Sandra for inviting me to be a part of this special show.

Can't wait to see everyone!

rEally just can't wait. :=

Of History And Hope/Saturday April 5th

2014-03-31T14:41:00.003-07:00

Hope to see you at Flower Pepper Gallery on Saturday. So happy I can ride my bike there!

Of History And Hope

Opening: Saturday, April 5th from 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Exhibition: April 5th - May 2nd, 2014

"Of History And Hope" features endangered, extinct, and exotic animal inspired works by over 50 artists. 10% of the proceeds from "Of History And Hope" will be donated to Lions, Tigers & Bears: A Big Cat & Exotic Animal Rescue.

Visit their website at: http://lionstigersandbears.org/

On Saturday, April 5th, Flower Pepper Gallery is pleased to present Of History And Hope, a collection of extinct, endangered, and exotic animal inspired works as portrayed by over 50 diverse and talented artists. All of the works that exist within this exhibition are created to inspire us to recognize and respect the value in all living beings and in hopes that the human race may become more conscious and considerate of the bond between ourselves and the animal kingdom. The Magical Bond Between Man And Beast, an article by Pat Shipman, states, "The human bond with animals is mental, emotional, physiological, physical, and at least partly genetic. People have evolved to live with animals; and in this ancient connection lies the evolutionary roots of empathy, tolerance, and the ability to understand another's perspective."

10% of the proceeds from Of History and Hope will be donated to Lions, Tigers & Bears: A Large Cat & Exotic Animal Rescue located in San Diego County. Lions, Tigers & Bears' main objective is to provide a safe haven for the exotic animals they rescue, as well as to education the public about the growing population of abandoned and unwanted exotic animals and where they come from. Lions, Tigers & Bears' founder Bobbi Brink states that, "After witnessing the heart-breaking phenomenon known as the 'exotic animal trade' and seeing the victims of this business, I was compelled to do what I could to help these animals."

Each artist participating in this exhibition has been carefully selected, so that once woven together, the gallery will be transformed into an incredibly fantastic painted menagerie.

"I love animals and nature. They are my inspiration. My works depict dreamy and imaginative places full of animals and mysterious spirits. A place where wild animals and I could feel safe and secure. There is nothing more beautiful than when you actually see a wild animal in nature. However, we rarely see them where they are supposed to be, and just don't know how amazing they are to be alive."

- Of History And Hope artist: Kisung Koh

Please join us April 5th, 2014 at Flower Pepper Gallery for a night of exploration into the magical and mystical world of the wild.

This reception is open to the public and on view until May 2nd, 2014.

For purchase inquiries, or to request a VIP preview please email contact@flower-pepper.com

Participating artists:

Amanda Marsh, Angie Jones, Ania Tomicka, Blake Aaseby, Christopher Umana, Corrie Gregory, Cory Benhatzel, Craww, David Natale, Desiree Fessler, Edward Cao, Erich J. Moffitt, Erik Flores, Graham Curran, Halsey Swain, Heather Gross, Jaclyn Alderete, Jaesun Kim, Jeannie L. Paske, Jeff McMillan, Jenna Gibson, Joanne Nam, Jon Lau, Jose Javier Carabes, Junhee Sim, Junyi Wu, Kelly Thompson, Kisung Koh, Kowoon Jung, Lauren Marx, Leila Ataya, Lisa Congdon, Luciano Martinez, Marissa Kathleen Quinn, Mariam Keurjikian, Nicole Bruckman, N.S. David, Paige Jiyoung Moon, Paul Barnes, Raymond Sanchez, Robert Yancy, Roland Tamayo, Ron Pete, Ruel Pascual, Samir Evol, Simon Kangiser, Stephen Holman, Susanne Apgar, Tiffany Liu, Tory Lin, Walt Hall,

Yejin Oh

Facebook Event Page:

https://www.facebook.com/events/224963984375593/

Here is a close up of my painting for "Of History And Hope"

Her name is Ella the title is "Sparkly Tusks"

Bunny Gunner Gallery's, "ALL U CAN EAT!"

2014-03-31T14:38:00.003-07:00

ALL U CAN EAT! CLAREMONT APRIL 2014
First Friday Art Walk Opening Reception April 4th 6-9pm
Saturday April 5th 6-9pm
and Sunday April 6th, 2-6pm

The exhibit will take place at the Garner House
in Memorial Park Claremont
840 N. Indian Hill Blvd.
This a 3 day show.

For the "ALL U CAN EAT!" Show I have painted 5 of my favorite little legs. Can't wait to see ALL of the art.

Bunny Gunner
266 W. 2nd St.
Pomona, CA 91766
909 868 2808

www.bunnygunner.com

Cannibal Flower's First 2014 Show

2014-01-21T16:09:00.001-08:00

First Cannibal Flower of 2014
Saturday, January 25th
8pm-1am

$10
$8 with donation to L.A. Food Bank
$6 in costume

1052 S Olive St.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
More info coming soon!!!

Featured Artist
Lauren Haggis

Huge Art Show
Nate Seubert, Phil Santos, Christopher Willingham, Mark Dugally, Louie Metz, Kristi Bockrath, Seitaku "Tak" Aoyama, Cody Lusby, Ramiro Hernandez, Lefty Joe, Kelly Thompson, Paul Torres, Erik Flores, Dereke Cardenaz, L. Croskey, Zara Kand, Jorge Martinez, Kohshin Finley, Delfin Finley, Ahhd Art, Jennifer Korsen, Tony Venegas, Lynn Marie Greaves, Kasim Patton, David Acuna, Bob Nelson, Rick Rodriguez, Mike "Pi" Piacentino, Jim Lembeck, Adam Abraham, Emily Wong, Mary Ancilla Martinez, Pablo Damas, Valerie Pobjoy, Merge 1, 'Jabu, Charles Perera, Edwin Marin, Sir Froderick, Angel Cutno, Katie Ferguson, Bobby Rojas, Cary Day, Mara Colecchia, BeneDigital, Jaime Guerrero, Teresa Flowers, Nicolette Spear, Nicolas Bates, Dominique Lopez, Alvaro Roble, Jacki Geary, Teresa Flowers, David Perales, Angela So, Seraphime Angelis

Live Music By
The Catchatones
https://www.facebook.com/Catchatones

Live Painters

DJ's
Mr. Numberonederful
Knite Watch
Jo-s

And so much more...

I'll be showing, "Little Butler Girl"

Two Johns and a Whore

2014-01-11T10:20:00.002-08:00

Coagula Curatorial presents Two Johns and a Whore, featuring the gallery debuts of John Fleck and John Roecker, two notoriously controversial and confrontational media artists, coupled with a group show by twelve artists exploring the literal, symbolic and allegorical nature of prostitution: Anthony Ausgang, Kelly Blunt, Sheila Cameron, Jane Cantillon, Stacy Lande, Louie Metz, Rafael Reyes, Bradford J Salamon, Oriana Small (aka Ashley Blue), Mike Street, Kelly Thompson, and Mimi Universe.

Curated by Lisa Derrick, this exhibit is a direct and unapologetic exploration of art, love, sex, and commerce.

Live music from Johnny Madcap plus DJ Alex Gordon. And fine wine and craft beer as carry-out from Mr. Ling's Wine and Beer Mart.

Coagula Curatorial
January 11,2014
7:00 pm /11:00 pm
974 Chung King Road, Chinatown, LA

t-shirts are also available for the show. front shown/Back Coagula

I am very excited to be a part of this show. I hope to see you tonight at the opening event. Many thanks to Lisa Derrick for including me and to Mat Gleason for hosting the show at Coagula. I look forward to many more curatorial efforts from Lisa. Congratulations to us all!

Here are some references I pulled when researching for my piece. http://www.buzzfeed.com/bbcamerica/the-most-famous-prostitutes-in-history http://www.iusw.org/ and of course Mary Magdalene http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary_Magdalene

I will post my painting later after the show as not to 'blow my wad' so to speak. ;)

When thinking about whore's I of course thought of Mary Magdalene. Then I searched and searched for a "man whore" I found nothing. EXCEPT that Russell Brand used to be an 'escort'. Well here is my man whore RB painted as MM. Fun times!

"(en)Gendered (in)Equity

2014-01-09T19:59:00.001-08:00

Congratulations to my fellow LA Art Girl Micol Hebron on her amazing “(en)Gendered (in)Equity,” project. I encourage all to participate. You can learn more about Micol and her project through Jancar Gallery or on Face book at https://www.facebook.com/groups/514330251981431/

Also check out the recent cover photo and interview of Micol with Carol Cheh.
Or Micol's web-site.

I participated in two posters for the L.A. portion of the project. One is a collaboration poster with Walt Hall and Susan C. Weber. Here is mine. Mihai Nicodim ZERO WOMAN.

Can't wait to see this project grow.

Chinatown

2014-01-07T18:45:00.002-08:00

Join us: Saturday/January 11, 2014 974 Chung King Road, LA 90012 7:00/11:00

Coagula Curatorial presents Two Johns and a Whore, featuring the gallery debuts of John Fleck and John Roecker, two notoriously controversial and confrontational media artists, coupled with a group show by twelve artists exploring the literal, symbolic and allegorical nature of prostitution: Anthony Ausgang, Kelly Blunt, Sheila Cameron, Jane Cantillon, Stacy Lande, Louie Metz, Rafael Reyes, Bradford J Salamon, Oriana Small (aka Ashley Blue), Mike Street, Kelly Thompson, and Mimi Universe.

Curated by Lisa Derrick, this exhibit is a direct and unapologetic exploration of art, love, sex, and commerce.

Cypress Village/Underground Tunnel Art Gallery

2013-03-31T10:24:00.002-07:00

I am so excited to support and be a part of this wonderful community art event that Yancy at Antiqua Coffee House is organizing. On Tuesday April 2nd we are asking you to vote for The Cypress Village Underground Tunnel Art Gallery. There is a short voting window so your support is important to us. Voting ends on April 15th. The community is hoping to secure the Good Maker Grant of $1,000.00 to use in making this event a reality.

Yancy has been working hard to secure permits arrange tunnel clean up, paint and lighting. As well as curators, artists, and marketing. His vision and passion for this community, it's safety and success is nothing short of amazing. I support his efforts 100 percent and hope you will too.

Please take a moment to read the proposal and vote for 'us' here in Cypress Park. I look forward to curating and being involved as an artist in many of the underground tunnel shows to come. I love this idea and hope it will also make our underground tunnel safer for the kids across the street at the school to actually use.

Never A Dull Moment

2013-03-27T22:53:00.000-07:00

This is the second show I've been invited to through Cannibal Flower in where they collaborate with another Gallery. Love the mix of styles meeting new people and being introduced to new galleries. I look forward to see what this second curatorial/gallery/artist project will bring. "Hey, Never A Dull Moment". (right John and Alex). Thanks Again for including me LC and Valentine. This show is with Cella Gallery in North Hollywood. I have heard wonderful things about this galley by other artist friends that have shown there. My friend Nicole Bruckman is also co-curating a show at Cella Gallery next month that should be fun too.

This is the painting I've done for this project. I have been building a series where the pink/red snake/yarn/swirl, etc. represents something that people need to detach or expel from themselves or their life. I hope to use this metaphor to connect images and ideas in the future as well, not just as a disconnect. This painting 5ftx3 1/2ft Acrylic and Resin on Canvas/Framed. The title is not determined yet. Please note this is an image from my iPhone the work is scheduled to be professionally photographed soon. However I wanted to give this sneak peak before the show. I hope some of you can make it to the opening reception.

Presented by Cannibal Flower & Cella Gallery. A group exhibit featuring Gustavo Rimada, Cody Lusby, Ariel Deandrea, Jackson Thilenius, Lauren Haggis, John Park, Michael Christy, Sarah Stieber, Ken Flewellyn, Elliot Brown, Kristin Bockrath, Kelly Thompson, L. Croskey, Kate Zambrano, Macsorro, Ramiro Hernandez, Christopher Willingham, Salah, Jeaneen Carlino, Telopa, Jenna Gibson

11135 Weddington St - Suite #112 North Hollywood 91601 Reception Saturday April 20th 7-11

Llyn Foulkes at the Hammer

2013-03-16T19:57:00.001-07:00

I was so happy to finally see the Llyn Foulkes retrospective today at the Hammer. What a wonderful show. I love that he seems to be board when his work is not evolving, what a special gift and a feeling that I share. You should go see it if your in Los Angeles.

Deliverance, 2007 - Pinault Collection //This piece made me chuckle out loud. Something about the last little puff coming out of Mickey.

Congratulations to Llyn Foulkes and the Hammer on a really interesting show.

Laguna Art Museum /// Art Appraisal Clinic

2013-02-05T18:34:00.000-08:00

Art Appraisal Clinic
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
1:00-3:00 p.m.
Free admission, $10.00 per item
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Visit Laguna Art Museum on Tuesday, February 5 to have your art appraised by experts from Bonhams, the third-largest auction house in the world, which specializes in the appraisal and sale of fine art. As with “The Antiques Roadshow,” this is your chance to find out what unexpected treasures you may own. Bring in your item(s) to receive an informal (i.e. not written) auction value appraisal. Admission to the museum is free, and the appraisal cost is $10.00 per item. Proceeds benefit the museum’s education and exhibition programs.

Wow, what a pleasant series of events happened today. I was on the Face this morning and saw the Laguna Art Museum had posted they were having an "Antiques Road Showish" event. I decided to drive out there and was really glad I did. What an interesting experience and beautiful ride. I felt like I WAS at Antiques Road Show, so surreal. I really wish I could have spent more time there. The staff at the museum were really wonderful as well as the representatives from Bonhams. Not only is Laguna a beautiful beach the Mexican Restaurant next door has a great Margarita and sea bass ceviche.

Back to the Art Appraisal Clinic...As some of you know I have started to try and find out if this jacket my daughter got as a gift around 2000-03 is a Mike Kelley Jacket. My friend Wendy was the one who bought it for our daughter when she was about 4 or 5. She just said, "I don't know I bought it from some crazy artist I used to party with down the street (in Silverlake). I plan to go back to her and show her Mike Kelley photos and also get the address where his place was. I think that could help to figure out who made it. So I thought I should take this jacket to the "Clinc" maybe they can help me.

The first few people I spoke to didn't know who Mike Kelley was. Needless to say I was startitng to get discouraged. I saw very few 20th century work at the my first section I was to report to. After a few painless detours I was lead to Sharon Goodman Squires from Bonhams. She was so wonderful! Not only was she super enthusiastic about the jacket she also had a couple of interesting things to share and suggest. She basically said that, the piece is hand made and nothing I know about it would suggest it couldn't be but she didn't really know. She said if it was a Mike Kelley piece that I wouldn't get much for it. Needless to say I wouldn't sell it unless it helped send my girl to university. She also suggested that I try to contact his studio they may be able to tell me. So I will carry on and hopefully at least find out who the artist is whether it is MK or not.