Weekend Update….New events added!

Well the Downtown Art Walk was wild and packed again…so much fun! But don’ dismay, there is still lots to do this weekend…

Don't forget to save the date, June 25^th…. Sona Mirzaei, is set to show in a group exhibition at Seyhoun Gallery in West Hollywood. Sona is a wonderful artist and this will be a fabulous party! I will keep you posted.

One more local Venice bit of sad news. I wanted to put the word out about a stolen rabbit. This rabbit was rescued from some punks (who were abusing it), by an Venice Beach Artist named Arthure. He quickly came to love the rabbit and named it Stoney. On June 6^th, someone STOLE Stoney the Rabbit. Someone has this rabbit, so if you hear of someone who now has a NEW rabbit, (they may not know that it is stolen), let me know. Here is a pix of Stoney …so cute. Speak up if you hear anything. No Questions will be asked…he just wants his pet back.

Friday June 10^th

The Mark Moore Gallery at 5790 Washington Blvd, bet La Cienega and Fairfax.  will be starting a second Fridays Summer Sceening Series. Enjoy the art of Cindy Wright  and Mark Fox which will still be showing. Each month an artist/filmmaker will curate the night of short films. Tonight, Filmmaker/animator/visual artist, Allison Schulnik will screen 8 of her short films. The Mark Moore Gallery is a nice space and will also be having a DJ and yes, they will be serving refreshments and beer. Event runs from 8:00 pm till 10:00 pm. 310 453-3031; http://www.markmooregallery.com/.

Cave Gallery (1108 Abbot Kinney Blvd.) features artists, Zack Johnsen, Pat Perry Van Saro and Hans Walor. Opening reception runs from 6:00 pm till 10:00 pm. 310.450.6960; http://www.cavegallery.net

What about a Friday night in the Valley?….hey the 405 is not closed yet!!!! The Bruce Sanborn Band performs at The Complete Actor's Place at 8:30 pm. Now there is a $15 Cover but it includes ALL You Can Drink! Don’t forget to pick a designated driver and the rest of you pay for his ticket and go crazy and get your money’s worth. The Complete Actor's Place is located at 13752 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA 91423. Reserve your Tickets & Table by Calling 818-990-2001; http://www.TheBruceSanbornBand.com.

Or at Rumors (formerly the Rumor Mill), at 11739 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City, 90066, you can catch the band MAHADEV, a world-fusion music ensemble formed by several graduates of the MFA music program at California Institute of the Arts. from 7:30 till 10:00pm. Free; http://therumormill.us/.

Saturday, May 11^th

Now today and tonight, it seems the events are all over the place….a bit more clumped together in Santa Monica…..but depending on your neighborhood, you should definitely check out some of them.

The 10^th Annual Topanga Canyon Gallery Art Studio Tour is happening today and tomorrow, however it will cost $20.00. You may still be able to order tickets online for $15.00 if you do it by Friday!  The Studio Tours start today 10am-5pm and will be happening Sunday 11am-5pm. Gallery reception and silent auction is tonight, Saturday 5-8pm.
 

The starting point is at 120 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd., Suite 109, Topanga, CA 90290, the Topanga Canyon Gallery. Topanga is between Santa Monica and Malibu and south of Woodland Hills in the Santa Monica Mountains. This is a self-guided tour to over 20 studios in the Canyon. Check their website for more info: http://www.topangacanyongallery.com/  or call the Topanga Canyon Gallery at 310-455-7909.

Now you don't want to miss this exhibit, cause the work of renowned artist, Ed Ruscha is incredible and will be featured at the Hammer Museum at 10899 Wilshire Blvd. 90024.  310-443-7000; http://www.hammer.ucla.edu.

In Santa Monica, Bergamot Station at 2525 Michigan Ave in Santa Monica. Several galleries will be having some openings.


The Samuel Freeman (B-7) is starting their opening at 5:00 pm featuring artist Kelli Vance. This one runs till 8:00 pm. 310.449.1479; http://www.samuelfreeman.com

This reception runs from 5:00 pm-7:00 pm, Ruth Bachofner Gallery (G-2), presents Virgina Katz and Eben Goff; 310 829 3300; http://www.ruthbachofnergallery.com.

 

Then stroll across to Frank Pictures (A-5) to see the paintings of Kelly Berg and Joe Aker. Opening runs from 6:30 – 9:30.  YOU MUST RSVP FOR THIS ONE…. RSVP to 310.828.0211;  laurie@frankpicturesgallery.com.

Hang out for this later reception from 8:00 - 11:30 PM at Copro Gallery, (T-5) Joe Ledbetter (see image) and Joe Vaux, will be on display at this reception. Copro always has fun openings. 310 829-2156   http://www.copronason.com/.

As always, other galleries will be open….just make sure to fill up your wine glass and enjoy the lovely art/wine buzz….doesn’t it always make the art look better?

Stay in Santa Monica, for the reception of the closing of legendary I.C. Rapoport’s show at deyermond art + books, 2801 Main Street.  

Enjoy a talk by Mr. Rapoport himself, on life, photography, and the experience of getting close to iconic figures, Bobby Kennedy, JFK, Castro, and Marilyn Monroe. Closing Reception and Drinks 8:00-11:00 pm. Mr. Rapoport is scheduled to begin speaking at 9:15 pm. They always put on a fun party here, with free booz. (310) 450-4400; http://www.deyermondbooks.com/.

At Barnsdall, there is a fun event and Benefit, which does cost money but it’s for a great cause.

LA Artist, Brooke Harker will be donating her work to a worthy cause, Bosana Foundation which raises funds for orphanages in Bosnia. The show, entitled, The Sound of the Balkins will take place at Barnsdall Gallery Theatre, at 4800 Hollywood Blvd., at 6:30 pm. 
Harker’s work will be featured as part of the silent auction. Brooke is proud to be involved with this organization; since100 % of the profit will go directly to impoverished children in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Tickets are $50.00. However, tickets can be purchased for the price of $10.00 for entry to the silent auction which runs from 6:30 pm -8:15pm. Brooke will be donating this piece (see image). http://www.brookeharker.com/; www.bosanafoundation.org/projects/;

Corey Helford Gallery (8522 Washington Blvd., 90232) will be having a fun opening for artists, Noir Nouar and Joshhua Petker. This is an edgy gallery that consistently shows wonderful work. They put on great parties too, with a bar in the back and snacks too. Opening reception is from 7:00pm‑10:00pm; For more info on the artists see their websites at http://noirnouar.com/; http://www.joshuapetker.com/; www.coreyhelfordgallery.com.

Sunday May 12^th,

Remember it's the second day of the 10^th Annual Topanga Canyon Gallery Art Studio Tour is happening today and tomorrow, however it will cost $20.00. You may still be able to order tickets online for $15.00 if you do it by Friday!  The Studio Tours will be happening today, Sunday 1from 1am-5pm.

The starting point is at 120 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd., Suite 109, Topanga, CA 90290, the Topanga Canyon Gallery. Topanga is between Santa Monica and Malibu and south of Woodland Hills in the Santa Monica Mountains. This is a self-guided tour to over 20 studios in the Canyon.. Check their website for more info: http://www.topangacanyongallery.com/  or call the Topanga Canyon Gallery at 310-455-7909.

Bleicher/Golightly Gallery (1431 Ocean Ave in SM) celebrates the closing reception of the group show, “Animal Magnetism” from 5:00 pm till 8:00 pm. If you have never been, it’s located right across from the ocean and offers a beautiful view of the setting sun. 310 878-2784; http://bgartdealings.com.