vArtMuse started as a Blog featuring art and services contributed by artists & businesses participating in 1 day, live, silent, art auction benefit & exhibit: 2VIE, which took place on July 9th, 2011. Thank you all for the inspiration.
Art is everywhere…Some of my favorite landscape gardeners, Patrick Turnbull and Collie Valadez, have been servicing the high end residential market in Southern California for the last 30 years. They have been involved in the design and planning, development, and care of some of the most beautiful and lovely gardens imaginable, running the spectrum from simple and green to flowers and vegetables a-plenty.
I have been lucky enough to witness and document some of their work, which you can view here.
WOW, wow, wow… This is one of the most amazing shows that i’ve ever seen! Not only because it’s the collection of works of James Fee – moving and rich with the print quality that i’ve not seen in a while, but also on display, two of his recently discovered notebook diaries and incredibly well narrated stories to read by Craig Krull. The Rose-Lynn Fisher work is mesmerizing as well as intriguing… What an experience!!! It’s a must see! Exhibit runs till September 1st, 2012
A Beautiful sounds for beautiful morning – enjoy this SPRING MIX by DJ LAMINLOVE from Sound Space Lab
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as well as Veronique d’Entremont and Elena Manferdini.
Opening reception
Thursday, May 17, 2012, 7-9pm
11527 West Pico Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Exhibition: May 17 – June 16th, 2012
This Space is Not Empty examines the processes and techniques each artist employs to foster an awareness of our surroundings. Whether through an examination of bodily phenomena, an investigation of urban figure/field, or a re-appropriation of nature through digital means, each artist considers a new interpretation of space and environment.
Gallery Hours
Wednesday-Friday 11-6, Saturday 1-5 and by appointmentFor more information or to schedule a private viewing please contact: 310.841.6423 or visit designmattersLA.com
TO ALL ART LOVERS!
Mark your calendar and RSVP to the Red Carpet Opening event of “The Gallery at Culver City” – the brand new gallery and event space, created as a group venture between our phenomenal friend, Dale and 3 significant artists, so… knowing that, i predict that it will be one GRAND, HOT, NEW ART GALLERY IN TOWN!!!
the gallery culver city red carpet opening + select auction at 8pm
Valley College 5800 Fulton Avenue, Valley Glen, CA 91041
Exhibition is open March 1 through April 19, 2012
Monday through Thursday, 11 am to 2 pm and 6 pm to 9 pm
(Closed for Spring Break, April 2 – 9, 2012)
Participating Artists: Joe Biel, Jennifer Celio, Margaret Griffith, Kiel Johnson, Timothy Nolan, Elizabeth Saveri, Segio Teran, Hataya Tubtim, Alexandra Wiesenfeld.
Artisan LAis having a party to introduce the new designers at their boutique. Come on down and browse the wide variety of original jewelry, which include fabulous pieces from our talented friend –PopCulture Princess– as well as Alexia Cohen, Erica Clum, Jesse Campos, and more.
Sergio Teran is participating in the Arroyo Arts Collective Discovery Tour this Sunday 11-20-11. He will be showing his recent works (done in the last 3 years) and he will be carving as well. Stop by and visit!!
❤ bring some FUN & CREATIVITY to your environment with original, one of the kind fine art, photography and jewelry pieces from INCREDIBLE ARTIST listed on our Contributors Page
NOT IN LA? Hmm, too bad, as you may be missing on some great stuff mentioned above (but then, maybe not with all the internet connectivity nowadays :)), but just to support all arts and small businesses, here is a link for you too: 10 Great Websites to Buy Handmade Goods
Fun! Come this Sunday, October 23rd, to the Pasadena Open Market (on One Colorado in Pasadena) for an opportunity to purchase original prints from Sergio Teran’s Lucha series and Rolling City. http://www.onecolorado.com/fun_artmarket.phpRolling City: A Graphic Short in Block-Prints Edition Printed on a Vandercook. — at Armory Center for the Arts http://www.facebook.com/rollingcity
An Interview with an Art Center College of Design alum – Gabriel Wartofsky on KCET, by a very talented, 2Vie Art Auction Contributor, artist, writer and creative mind – Ophelia Chong
“Gabriel Wartofskyis a graduate of Art Center College of Design, with a degree in Transportation Design. Gabriel is not designing the next Ford, or the newest fastest BMW like his other alumni; he is designing for the ‘Conscious Commuter.’ ” (…)
These beautiful, one of the kind jewelry pieces are the latest creations of a sculptor, ceramicist & painter – Paul Guillemette
Guillemette’s Jewelry Line is similar to his art, which he assembles in striking patterns, and then seals them with smooth, transparent resin so that they seem to be cast in honey. His jewelry can be purchased atLeanna Lin’s Wonderland, a unique playful jewelry studio/shop/art gallery in Eagle Rock, inspired by modern & Retro designs, as well as LACMAin the Mid-Wilshire.
For more info on Paul Guillemette please click here
Rolling City: A Graphic Short in Block-Prints bySergio Teran
Rolling City: Is a graphic short that Sergio Teran puts out every month at wordpress.com (sergioartblog/ROllingCIty). And the narrative is scene through the eyes of a 12 yr old, skateboard-fanatic’s influence of skate, movie and pop culture in the 80’s.
Check it out at http://sergioartblog.wordpress.com/
and to follow Sergio’s Facebook Rolling City page click here
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Leanna Lin’s Wonderland presents a group show with 2D + 3D works – FOREST FRIENDS “happy creatures of the forest”
Art Opening event is Saturday, September 10th (6-10pm) in conjunction with 2nd Saturdays NELAart Gallery Night http://www.NELAart.com
*** show run: Sept. 10 – Oct. 2, 2011 ***
ARTISTS:
Adrianna Bamber | Angela Che | Axel Honey | Aya Masuda | Bombastic Fantastic | Bored Inc. | Chikagraphy | Cristina Paulos | Crowded Teeth | David Brady | Donna Letterese | Mari Araki | Mekanikku | Ming Ong | Sachiho Hino Lee | Sean Chao | Stacey Winters| T&A Friendly | Tsai-Fi
David Brady (2Vie Art Contributor) will showcase his shoe art exhibitions on “Freedom & Fashion” during the “Downtown Art Walk Event”.
Freedom and Fashion is a fashion-oriented organization that serves as a resource hub for fair-trade businesses and non-profit organizations dealing with labor and sex trafficking. Freedom and Fashion’s REFASHION shopping event along LA’s Downtown Art Walk to be included in FASHION’S NIGHT OUT on September 8, 2011
Shop for humanitarian-based merchandise from Falling Whistles, Krochet Kids, Raven + Lily, International Princess Project, Liberty in North Korea (LiNK), Def.i.ni.ción and Freedom and Fashion. Purchasing a bag, jewelry, or clothing from our guest vendors supports those working to end human oppression through fashion. Rene Morales, Jonathan Huang, Andy Fletcher, Kim Edmiston, Clair Foster Browne, Tony Hong, Joby Cummings, Stephen V. Williams, and David Brady will showcase their shoe art exhibitions, and music will be provided by L.A. Times featured up-and-coming DJ Co.fee.
Sponsors and partners include: TOMS, NIKA water, Amoeba Music, VIVA LA ART!, Los Angeles Network to End Slavery, Peeled Snacks, FIDM, UCLA Fashion and Student Trends, Rescom Security, Assembly Line Collective, California Market Center, Code 4 Media Group and Aveda Los Angeles.
Time: Doors open from 6:00pm-10:00pm Exclusive discounts and giveaways available with donation of $5-10.
Photographer Felipe Dupouy, 2Vie Art Auction participant, is offering special discount on some of his one of a kind prints, limited edition books and box sets of his photography, until August 30th. These are some of his favorite prints, which sales of will raise money for Felipe’s new art project.
•Images from The Portrait Los Angeles series are being featured at the Design and Architecture Museum in an exhibition titled Rethink LA: http://www.aplusd.org/
Check out this great work by one of 2Vie Auction contributors, Peter Bohler, from his trip to Poland and the stunning photographs from Polish Woodstock, just published in The New York Times.
Congratulations Peter Bohler!
PHOTOGRAPHS BY Peter Bohler for The New York Times; Writtenby Tony Gervino
Dedication to all our friends, who walked this journey with us…
Peter Gabriel Don’t Give Up
Songwriters: WHITE, JOY LYNN / MELAMED, VINCENT EDWARD
“Don’t Give Up”
in this proud land we grew up strong
we were wanted all along
I was taught to fight, taught to win
I never thought I could fail
no fight left or so it seems
I am a man whose dreams have all deserted
I’ve changed my face, I’ve changed my name
but no one wants you when you lose
don’t give up
‘cos you have friends
don’t give up
you’re not beaten yet
don’t give up
I know you can make it good
though I saw it all around
never thought I could be affected
thought that we’d be the last to go
it is so strange the way things turn
drove the night toward my home
the place that I was born, on the lakeside
as daylight broke, I saw the earth
the trees had burned down to the ground
don’t give up
you still have us
don’t give up
we don’t need much of anything
don’t give up
’cause somewhere there’s a place
where we belong
rest your head
you worry too much
it’s going to be alright
when times get rough
you can fall back on us
don’t give up
please don’t give up
‘got to walk out of here
I can’t take anymore
going to stand on that bridge
keep my eyes down below
whatever may come
and whatever may go
that river’s flowing
that river’s flowing
moved on to another town
tried hard to settle down
for every job, so many men
so many men no-one needs
don’t give up
’cause you have friends
don’t give up
you’re not the only one
don’t give up
no reason to be ashamed
don’t give up
you still have us
don’t give up now
we’re proud of who you are
don’t give up
you know it’s never been easy
don’t give up
’cause I believe there’s the a place
there’s a place where we belong
Bite Me! Music + Fashion | Craig Krull Gallery | Icon Fine Art | Lovely Jubilee | Keiko Nobe – James Fee Estate | Luis Jaime | Quick Art Frames | Ra Photography | Trish Alaskey | And All The Wonderful Volunteers!
NOTE: James Fee is usually known for his images of abandoned factories and lonesome highways, which are available through Craig Krull Gallery at Bergamot Station in Santa Monica, CA http://www.craigkrullgallery.com
Happy Monday! Looking forward to a long weekend? me too… but why stop celebration with 4th of July?
Join us on July 9th for Bloody Mary Shelley Cocktails at 2VIE event – courtesy of Ophelia Chong.
Mary Shelley knew a good mix was a combination of parts of this and that, so come enjoy a Bloody Mary Shelley cocktail, with a dash of horseradish and Worcestershire, and a jigger of vodka mixed into fresh organic heirloom tomato juice and topped off with the head of a celery stalk. Pitchforks and angry villagers are extra.