LA Art Openings and Events - Nov. 20-22

Barry McGee
Phil Frost

Featured show:

Fri, Nov. 20th

PRISM

8746 West Sunset Blvd. in West Hollywood

“MINDTHEGAP” featuring new works from Barry McGee and Phil Frost

(On view through Feb. 20th, 2010)

http://www.prismla.com

Other Events:

Fri, Sat, Nov. 20th 7-10PM

Gallery 1988 Los Angeles

“Badass Cinema” featuring original movie merchandise including cult t-shirts plus exclusive and rare posters all from the Mondo archives + live painting from Skinner & live screen printing from Harry Diaz

(One-night only special event)

7020 Melrose Ave in Los Angeles / 323.937.7088

www.nineteeneightyeight.com

Sat, Nov. 21st 7-10:30PM

Black Maria Gallery

3137 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles / 818.613.9090

“Black Market at Black Maria: Skip The Mall” annual group show featuring works from Nanami Cowdroy, Steve Daily, Lauren Gardiner, Tom Haubrick, Michael Hsiung, Aaron Kraten, Danni Shinya Luo, Paul Nagel, Shark Toof and many more

(On view through Jan. 2nd, 2010)

www.blackmariagallery.com

Sat, Nov. 21st 8-11PM

Corey Helford Gallery

8522 Washington Blvd in Culver City / 310.287.2340

“Autumn’s Come Undone” featuring new works and large format giclee prints from Josh Agle (aka SHAG)

(On view through Dec. 9th)

www.coreyhelfordgallery.com

Sat, Nov. 21st 7-11PM

MOCA Grand Avenue

250 South Grand Avenue in downtown Los Angeles

“Collection: MOCA’s First Thirty Years” – members’ opening (free to museum members / $25 for those attending with a member) – featuring a performance from LA-based artist collective My Barbarian

See www.moca.org/party for full details

Sat, Nov. 21st 7-10PM

Switcheroo Workshop

543-B South Raymond in Pasadena

“Holiday Party” with Amanda Visell and Tim Biskup featuring the release of their limited edition hand-painted collaborative sculpture ‘HelperCentaurEphunt’

www.myswitcheroo.com/

Sat, Nov. 21st 6-9PM

The Torrance Art Museum

3320 Civic Center Drive in Torrance

“First Eyes on the World” featuring new works from Jean-Pierre Roy

(On view through Dec. 19th)

www.torranceartmuseum.com/

Sun, Nov. 22nd 5-8PM ($10 admission)

The G2 Gallery

1503 Abbot Kinney Blvd in Venice

“Venice Art Walls Benefit Art Auction” to raise funds for the public program on Venice Beach – featuring works from Asylm, Axis, Robbie Conal, Kofie, Make, Man One, Mear One, Swank, Vyal, and many more

www.veniceartwalls.com

Sun, Nov. 22nd Noon-6PM

33third Los Angeles / Mid-City Arts

5111 W. Pico Blvd. in Los Angeles

“The First Annual Montana Exhibition” featuring works and live painting from Apex (SF), Jase (SF), King 157 (SJ), Neon (SF), Revok (LA), Rime (LA), Saber (LA), Sever (ATL), Vulcan (SF) – all Montana products will be on sale during this special live painting event

www.midcity-arts.com/

LA Art Openings and Events - Nov. 13-15

LOS ANGELES:

Fri, Nov. 13th 7PM-2AM ($10 donation for Heal The Bay at door)

BOXeight

1446 E. Washington Blvd. in downtown Los Angeles

“ARTBOX” – a special exhibition benefiting Heal The Bay curated by Warren Brand and featuring work from a vast array of local artists as well as select works from Thinkspace, Gallery Nucleus and The Ronin Gallery + a live DJ set from Biz Markie, cash bars, and much more – group show features such names as David Flores, Crash, Augustine Kofie, Angry Woebots, Stella Im Hultberg, Audrey Kawasaki, Mike Brown, Thomas Han, Brian M. Viveros, Joao Ruas, Peekaboo, Asia Eng, Joseph McSween (aka 2H), Tony Philippou, Allison Sommers, Brett Amory, Emmeric Konrad, Tran Nguyen, Emek, Yosuke Ueno, Kelly Vivanco, Michael Pukac, Mear One and many more plus live painting from Mear One and Michael Pukac – valet parking available at lot next door

www.healthebay.org

www.boxeight.com

Fri, Nov. 13th & Sat, Nov. 14th 7-11PM both nights ($10 admission / 18+ only)

City Center Hotel

1135 West 7th Street in Los Angeles

“Dirty Show” – world famous erotic art show – over 100 artists offer a scintillating display of modern erotica

www.dirtyshow.org

Fri, Nov. 13th 7-10PM

De La Barracuda

7769 Melrose Ave in Los Angeles

“I Hate Everyone But You” featuring new works from Tim Biskup, Matt Goldman & friends

www.barracudashop.com

Fri, Nov. 13th 6-9PM

La Luz De Jesus Gallery

4633 Hollywood Blvd. in Los Angeles / 323.666.7667

Book signing event with Lisa Petrucci for “Kickass Cuties” and Isabel Samaras for “On Tender Hooks”

(Special one-night only event)

www.laluzdejesus.com

Fri, Nov. 13th 7-10PM

LeBasse Projects

6023 Washington Blvd in Culver City / 310.558.0200

“Natural Wonders” featuring new works from Kevin E. Taylor, James Roper and Jeremy Lynch

www.lebasseprojects.com

Fri, Nov. 13th 8-11PM

New Puppy Gallery

2808 Elm Street, Unit 1 in Los Angeles

“Golden Age” featuring new works and a massive installation from Dabs Myla and a group show featuring works from Greg ‘Craola’ Simkins, Luke Chueh, Jersey Joe, Persue, Logan Hicks, Paul Chatem, Anne Faith Nichols, Jacob Arden McClure, Peekaboo, Daryll Peirce, Peat Wollaeger, L. Croskey, Asylm, Buff Monster, Josh Hart, Phil Lumbang and many more

(On view through Nov. 22nd)

www.dabsmyla.com

Fri, Nov. 13th 7-10PM

Ronin Gallery

1924 Echo Park Ave in Los Angeles

“Urban Audio Manifesto” featuring the sculptural found object work of Mikal Hameed (aka MIIX)

www.theroningallery.com

Sat, Nov. 14th 7-10PM ($10 admission)

Gallery Nucleus

210 E. Main St., Alhambra / 626.458.7482

Dr. Sketchy’s Los Angeles live figure drawing event

(One-night only event)

http://drsketchyroadshow.wordpress.com/

www.gallerynucleus.com

Sat, Nov. 14th 6:30-10PM

GR2

2062 Sawtelle Blvd in Los Angeles / 310.445.9276

“Please Be Brave” featuring new works from Deth P. Sun including 200 5”x5” paintings

(On view through Dec. 2nd)

www.gr2.net

Sat, Nov. 14th 8-11PM (hosted by Jason Lee)

Merry Karnowsky Gallery

170 South La Brea Ave. in Los Angeles / 323.933.4408

“East Of Eden” featuring new works from Mercedes Helnwein – exhibit sponsored by WeSC

(On view through Dec. 19th)

www.mkgallery.com

Sat, Nov. 14th 5-10PM

Orange Coast College – Frank M. Doyl Arts Pavilion

2701 Fairview Road in Costa Mesa / 714.443.5102

The Art of Alex Grey – selections from Grey’s “The Sacred Mirror” series including more than 300 self-portraits spanning over 40 years and much more – a do not miss exhibition

(On view through Dec. 18th)

www.orangecoastcollege.edu

Sat, Nov. 14th 7-10PM

Billy Shire Fine Arts

5790 Washington Blvd. in Los Angeles / 323.297.0600

“American Animals” featuring new works from Liz McGrath + new works also on view from Charlie Immer, David Anderle, and Gail Potocki

(On view through Dec. 5th)

www.billyshirefinearts.com

Sun, Nov. 15th – Fri, Nov. 20th

MOCA Grand Avenue & The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA

Both Museums open their doors to the public for free during the huge opening week of “Collection: MOCA’s First Thirty Years” – open for free during museum hours only courtesy of Ovation TV. Also open extended hours on Thursday from 5-8PM courtesy of Wells Fargo

Check the site for full details – www.moca.org

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LA Art Openings and Events - Nov. 6-8

Thurs, Nov. 5th 7-10PM
Carmichael Gallery of Contemporary Art
1257 N. La Brea Ave in West Hollywood / 323.969.0600
“Dark Doings” featuring new works and an installation from Dan Witz
(On view through Dec. 3rd)
www.carmichaelgallery.com

Fri, Nov. 6th 7-11PM
C.A.V.E. Gallery
507 Rose Ave in Venice / 310.428.6387
“The Hinterland In My Room” featuring new works from Anthony Clarkson, Ciou, Emma Overman, Macsorro and Rudy Fig + live painting from John Park
(On view through Nov. 28th)
www.cavegallery.net

Fri, Nov. 6th 8-11PM
La Luz De Jesus Gallery
4633 Hollywood Blvd. in Los Angeles / 323.666.7667
“And We All Go” featuring new works from Mark Bodnar
(On view through Nov. 29th)
www.laluzdejesus.com

Fri, Nov. 6th 7-11PM
thinkspace
4210 Santa Monica Blvd in Los Angeles / 323.913.3375
“My Heart Never Sleeps” featuring new works and an installation from Timothy Karpinski + “Shining Darkness” featuring new works and a mural installation from Turf One + “Sight For Sore Eyes” featuring select new works from Craig ‘Skibs’ Barker (as part of the ‘Fresh Faces’ series)
(On view through Nov. 28th)
www.thinkspacegallery.com

Sat, Nov. 7th 7-11PM
The ARTery Gallery @ The LAB
2930 Bristol Street in Costa Mesa
“Animal Instinct” group show benefitting the Humane Society of the U.S. featuring works from CJ Metzger, Caro, Kelly Berg, Michael Pukac, and many, many more – check site for full details
www.animalinstinctartshow.blogspot.com
www.thelab.com

Sat, Nov. 7th 8-11:30PM
Copro Gallery
2525 Michigan Ave, Space T-5 at Bergamot Station in Santa Monica / 310.398.2643
“Wilderness Buffet” featuring new works from Amy Sol + “Penumbra” featuring new works from Stella Im Hultberg + “Babes In Toyland” featuring new works from Nicoletta Ceccoli
(On view through Nov. 28th)
www.copronason.com

Sat, Nov. 7th 6-10PM
Crewest
110 E. Winston Street @ Main St in Los Angeles / 213.627.8272
“Top of the Dome VI” group show featuring customized ceramic skulls created by Gregg Stone – artists taking part this year include Cope, Ghost, Randy Kono, MAD, Vyal, Make One, Erik Rodriguez, Nathan Cartwright, Macsorro and many, many more
(On view through Nov. 29th)
www.crewest.com

Sat, Nov. 7th 6-8PM
David Desanctis Gallery
314 N. Crescent heights Blvd in Los Angeles
New works from Helen Garber
(On view through Dec. 19th)
www.desanctisgallery.com

Sat, Nov. 7th 7-10PM
HVW8 Gallery
661 N. Spaulding in Los Angeles
New works from Geoff McFetridge, Kevin Lyons and Michael Leon
(On view through Dec. 20th)
www.hvw8.com

Sat, Nov. 7th 8PM-12:30AM ($8 admission)
Hive Gallery
729 S. Spring St in downtown Los Angeles
Monthly group show and performance with featured artists J. Shea, Lee Anne Hale, Erick Rodriguez, Henry F. Cram and Akihito + the Master Blasters Of Sculpture Show and a slew of live performances – check site for full details and lineup of the massive group show
www.thehivegallery.com

Sat, Nov. 7th 7-11PM
Junc Gallery
4017 Sunset Blvd in Los Angeles (that’s what invite says – which is their old location – but last I saw it was a pot shop last week – ???)
“Blood Is The New Black” group show celebrating the 5 years of the clothing label of the same name – featuring works from Skinner, Porous Walker, Brendan Donnelly, Sumi Ink Club, Hannah Stouffer, Michael Sieben, Mel Kadel, Travis Millard, Jesse Spears and many more
(On view through Dec. 14th)
www.bloodisthenewblack.com
www.juncgallery.com

Sat, Nov. 7th 7-10PM
New Image Art Gallery
7908 Santa Monica Blvd. in West Hollywood / 323.654.2192
“14 Artists” featuring the works of Dennis McNett, Paul Wackers, Erik Foss, Richard Colman, Eddie Ruscha, Lori D., Kellesimone Waits, Jordin Isip, Cleon Peterson, The Date Farmers, Judith Supine, My Mo and Skullphone
(On view through Jan. 2nd, 2010)
www.newimageartgallery.com

Sat, Nov. 7th (see details below)
Royal/T
8910 Washington Blvd. in Culver City / 310.559.6300
“Three Apples” special event celebrating 35 years of Hello Kitty including a group show featuring Hello Kitty inspired works from over 80 artists – Swing by and meet some of the fabulous artists that created pieces for the Three Apples Art Exhibition – this party is hosted by Sanrio and JapanLA in association with Juxtapoz Magazine.

NEW Limited Edition of 35 prints by:
Angry Woebots
Peekaboo Monster
Camilla d’Errico

Live Painting throughout the day with Three Apples artists! All completed works will be auctioned off to benefit Three Apples Charitable partner L.A. Works.
1PM Peekaboo Monster
3PM Angry Woebots
5PM Camilla d’Errico
7PM – 11PM Multiple Three Apples Artists participate in a live painting collaboration

(On view through Nov. 15th)
www.sanrio.com/threeapples
www.royal-t.org

Sat, Nov. 7th 8-11PM
Subliminal Projects
1331 W. Sunset Blvd in the EchoPark region of Los Angeles
“How To Blow Yourself Up” featuring new works from WK
(On view through Dec. 5th)
www.subliminalprojects.com

Sun, Nov. 8th (opens to the public – check site for museum hours)
Laguna Art Museum
307 Cliff Drive in Laguna Beach / 949.494.8971
“Weathering The Storm” featuring new works and an installation from Jeremy Fish (in the upstairs galleries) – private invite only reception on Sat, Nov. 7th (must be a museum member / see site for details)
(On view through Jan. 17th, 2010)
http://www.lagunaartmuseum.org/Art Openings

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