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July 7, 2018:
Just a reminder that Skidmore Contemporary Art celebrates two artists Maxine Smith and  Isabel Emrich…its one of our Top Ten events.

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July 7, 2018:
Regen Projects presents a solo exhibition titled “New Works By A Small-Town Boy,” by Dan Graham. This marks his second solo presentation at the gallery. For over fifty years, Graham’s expansive multidisciplinary practice has encompassed video, sculpture, photography, performance, installation, and a prolific body of writing on religion, music, art, architecture, garden design, and popular culture. On view: July ; 7 – August 18, 2018; Event runs: 2:30pm – 5:00pm; Regen Projects, 6750 Santa Monica Blvd., LA, 90038; http://www.regenprojects.com/

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July 7, 2018:
In Culver City…Zevitas Marcus offers an opening for “Cosmic Traffic Jam,” a group exhibition featuring the work of twenty artists of color for whom painting is a potent language of examination, resistance and change. The exhibition was organized by Alex Jackson, Umar Rashid and Steven Zevitas. On view: July 7 – August 25, 2018; Event runs: 5 – 8pm; Zevitas Marcus, 2754 S. La Cienega Blvd., Suite B Los Angeles, CA 90034; http://www.zevitasmarcus.com

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July 7, 2018:
Just down the street…Walter Maciel Gallery hosts an opening for “Short Stories” by Southern California artist, Greg Mocilnikar marking his fourth solo exhibition with the gallery. The show will include paintings and collaged works on paper arranged into a stunning installation in Gallery 1.

Also being celebrated is “Open Spaces” by Freddy Chandra in Galleries 2 and 3. The exhibition marks Chandra’s fourth solo show with the gallery and will include his signature light reactive works made out of painted transparent acrylic bars. On view: August 17, 2018; Art Party: 6-8pm; Walter Maciel Gallery, 2642 S. La Cienega Blvd., LA, 90034; http://www.waltermacielgallery.com

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July 7, 2018:
H I L D E  L.A. celebrates the opening of “MK ULTA” with an artist reception tonight. The immersive exhibition features the art of Gabriella Loeb and Trish Tillman. Note* This will be a unique viewing experience limiting the number of guests to view the exhibition at a time. Please account for this when planning your Saturday evening plans. From 6-8pm, only small groups will be admitted at a time. At 8pm we will open the doors for everyone. Art Party: 6-10pm; H I L D E  L.A., 4727 W. Washington Blvd, LA, 90016;
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July 7, 2018:
AC Gallery throws an art party for “ACE of LA: Beauty is Pain.” Fresh, bright colors explode onto contemporary, clean compositions of bodies with objects of desire transforming into exquisite palettes for the mind to get lost in and wander. The aesthetic feel and experiential moments of the works give rise to ravaging emotions that motivate and make a lasting impact. In a city of dreamers, ACE of LA is set on selling the dream. On view: July 7 – July 29, 2018; Art Party 8:00pm – 11:00pm; AC Gallery, 546 N Highland Ave, LA, 90028; 

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July 7, 2018:
The Hive Gallery throws an art party to celebrate new exhibitions. “Tiny Visions” will feature over fifty artists. “Tiny Visions pushes the limits of the imagination with a rare exhibit of mind bending tiny works by the best visionary artists from around the world.

Visionary pioneers such as, Allison Grey, Martina Hoffman, Amanda Sage and many more will be exhibiting smaller works at 5×7 and under, through the month of July.

Also, The Hive presents “Rising Stars of LA,” with 7 up and coming featured artists exhibiting collections of work in the front of the gallery. On view: July 7 – July 29, 2018; $5 suggested donation on opening night (Donations Help Keep the Hive Alive); Art Party: 8:00pm – 11:00pm; The Hive Gallery, 729 S Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90014; http://www.hivegallery.com/

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July 8, 2018:
The Elliott Caine Quintet kicks off the Pasadena Playhouse District’s Jazz Summer Concert Series. The band includes: EC-trumpet, Scott Gilman-tenor sax, Scott Oakley-piano, Bill Markus-bass, Kenny Elliott-drums. They will be performing at the courtyard of Vroman’s Bookstore. No cover charge; Event runs: 5 – 7pm; Vroman’s Bookstore, 659 East Colorado Blvd., Pasadena CA 91101; https://www.vromansbookstore.com/; https://www.elliottcaine.com

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July 12, 2018:
Let’s not forget Gagosian hosts an opening tonight…its one of our Top Ten events. 

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July 12, 2018:
In Santa Monica…bG Gallery celebrates artist Tyler L. Barnett who will present a body of work stemming from the circular shape of the zen ensō figure. After a long meditation Tyler creates the figure in a single breath using a variety of color and media experimentation. A donation from the exhibit will support Children’s Hospital Los Angeles with a one million dollar goal. On view: July 12 – July 16, 2018; Art Party: 6-9pm; bG Galllery, 3009 Ocean Park Blvd, Santa Monica CA; http://bgartgalleries.com/

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July 12, 2018:
5 Art Gallery celebrates the French street art movement with a Bastille Day kickoff art party tonight. Founded by Parisian entrepreneurs and art collectors Jean-Jacques & Julie Darmon. 5 Art Gallery has become the premiere destination in LA to discover artists from the French urban and street art scene. Art Party: 6pm – 9pm; 5 ART GALLERY 8250 Melrose Avenue, West Hollywood, 90046; http://5-art.com/

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July 12, 2018:
Department of Recreation and Parks Pershing Square presents a newly commissioned large-scale sculpture created by local artist, Mark Walsh. The sculpture named “Moiré Mandala” will be formally presented at a special event hosted by Pershing Square Park Advisory Board. On view: throughout the summer; Event runs 6:00pm -9:00pm; Pershing Square, 532 South Olive Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013;

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July 14, 2018:
Also taking place tonight…one of our Top Ten events – SMC’s STUDIO ELEVEN AT WORK

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July 14, 2018:
In Santa Monica…Lois Lambert Gallery presents the work of artist Rikki Niehaus in her ongoing series, “Swedish Landscapes,” a collection of portraits posed inside the home-interiors of an IKEA store.

Also opening tonight…“Noir,” a new body of work by Martin Bruinsma. In these paintings and drawings, Martin Bruinsma has adopted the visual aesthetic of classic Film Noir, staging shadowed scenes with mysterious subjects.  In the Project Room “Brain Candy,” a series of never before seen drawings and collages by Simon Berson opens. On view: July 14 – September 1, 2018; Art party: 6-9pm; Los Lambert Gallery, Bergamot Station  (E-3), 2525 Michigan Ave., Santa Monica,  90404; https://www.loislambertgallery.com/

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July 14, 2018:
Kopeikin Gallery hosts its first solo exhibition with photographer Jordie Oetken titled “Crux.” Also opening…Steve Fitch’s third exhibition titled “Vanishing Vernacular.” The event will coincide with the publication of his book of the same title published by George F. Thompson. The photographer will be on hand to sign books. On view: July 14 – August 25, 2018; Art Party: 6:00pm – 8:00pm; KOPEIKIN GALLERY, 2766 S. La Cienega Blvd., LA, 90034; https://www.kopeikingallery.com

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July 21, 2018: Remember – Three of our Top Ten events take place today. The Westside Food and Wine Summer Festival kicks off today and runs through tomorrow – Sunday July 22, 2018; And don’t miss two art parties at David Kordansky Gallery and Eward Cella Art & Architecture.

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July 21, 2018: 
Bergamot Summer Celebration takes place today….check out the FB Event Page for more info. Join Skidmore Contemporary Art for two artist talks with Isabel Emrich at 3:00pm and Maxine Smith at 3:30pm; See the Event Feature for more details about these artists.

Also other galleries such as Lora Schlesinger Gallery will hold openings from 4-6pm;

Artist Susan C. Price will be featured in a solo exhibition at First Independent Gallery (FIG) at 4 pm (during the Bergamot event)  Her solo exhibition titled “safe is a relative term” features new works such as “Avery, Yar” (below). This piece is “family and event inspired, pattern focused, and…well, the grasshopper on the balcony.” See the Upcoming Event Feauture to find out more about this event and Price’s art. On view: July 18 – August 11, 2018; Art Party: 4:00pm – 6:00pm; First Independent Gallery, Bergamot Station D2, 2525 Michigan Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90404;

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July 21, 2018:
Shulamit Nazarian is pleased to present Say the word “NOWHERE.” Say “HEADPHONES.” Say “NOTHING.” – a solo exhibition by Los Angeles-based artist Alison O’Daniel. On view: July 21 – August 25, 2018; Art Party: 6-9pm; Shulamit Nazarian, 616 N La Brea Ave., LA, 90036; http://www.shulamitnazarian.com/

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July 21, 2018: 
Kohn Gallery is pleased to present “Jess – Secret Compartments,” an exhibition of works from the early 1950s to the early 1990s. This exhibition will present examples of work from Jess’ most important series – including painting (Romantic, Erotic, Translation, Salvages), Paste-Ups, as well as drawing and collaborations with writers and poets. This marks the first time this traveling exhibition, organized by Tibor de Nagy Gallery, New York, will be on view in Los Angeles. On view: July 21 – September 7, 2018; Art Party: 5-7pm; Kohn Gallery, 1227 North Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038; http://www.kohngallery.com/

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July 21, 2018: 
In Culver City…EJ Mathews 2017 Breakout Artist of the Year (Living Blues, Magazine) celebrates his CD Release of CHAPTER 3 at Boulevard Music. Blues Man E.J. Mathews who currently lives in Dallas Texas said, “I don’t want to sound like everybody else; I just want to be me. Grandaddy never played any cover tunes. There’s nothing wrong with it, it’s just not me.” Admission: $15; Music starts at 8pm; Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Blvd, Culver City, CA 90230; https://www.boulevardmusic.com

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July 22, 2018:
Vocalist Jeanne Page debuts her new show “High Heels, Rhythm and You” at Sterling’s Upstairs at The Federal. Page’s arrangements are fresh and done her way. She has been compared to Lena Horne, as both have a powerful vocal instrument that is vibrantly impressive and full of wit. It promises to be an evening of jazz, blues and Broadway favorites. See the Upcoming Event Feature to find out more about this event.

One Night Only. Doors open at 5:30pm cocktails/dinner, 7:00pm show. For reservations call (800) 838-3006 (Ext.1). Sterling’s Upstairs at The Federal, 5303 Lankershim Blvd., North Hollywood; https://www.thefederalbar.com/

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July 28, 2018: 
Top Ten alert – LAAA’s Annual Fundraiser & Auction.

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